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I have recently aquired a completely restored Mead Batwing. The best information I can get is that it came from Chicaga & was built around 1926. It is approx. 16ft long & was initially a single seater. The restoration made it into a 2 seater. A steering wheel controls via cables the bow runner. I live in Cooperstown, NY & can't wait for ice. Some experienced ice boaters in the area have kindly invited me to join them & have volunteered to hop on for some lessons. Any information on this boat would be appreciated. Does anyone have an idea of its monetary value? Thanx,

Allan Ahearne