This June, Bridge Marina is hosting what may be one of the largest collections of classic wooden boats, vintage marine engines, and rare boating memorabilia ever offered at public auction, right here on Lake Hopatcong, through Mecum Auctions. This is our collection, acquired as part of a marina purchase we completed last year, and we are now offering it to the public for the first time.
The ask is simple: if you know one person who belongs in this auction, a collector, a restorer, a boat lover of any kind, or honestly anyone who’d light up at a unique piece of vintage boating memorabilia on their wall or mantle, please send this their way.
One connection could match something from this collection to someone of interest and that would matter a whole lot to us.
Now Here’s What We’re Talking About
Over 500 lots in this auction: 70+ antique Chris Craft and Century wooden boats, 100+ vintage marine engines, and a remarkable assortment of original hardware, navigation lights, gauges, burgees, signs, paintings, and nautical artifacts that defined generations of American boating.
Some of it belongs as a restoration. Some of it belongs on your wall. All of it belongs with people who’ll appreciate it.
Mecum On Time Auction
Bidding is free to register, starts at only $25, and runs entirely online. Three separate auctions close June 11, 12, and 13.
Browse the full collection here: https://go.mecum.com/wooden-boats
Here’s a short video on YouTube that tells the story
And here’s a look on at what’s actually here, on Facebook
One more thing… if you want to see it all in person, we’re hosting preview events June 4, 5, and 6th at Henderson Bridge Marina, and a Private Evening event on Friday June 5th. You’re on the short list – details on that special preview evening here. Just reply and we’ll make sure you’re taken care of.
Thank you! This one means a lot to us. We look forward to seeing you soon and feel free to reach out directly if you have any questions – you can always reach me on my cell: 973-876-4836.
Best,
Ray (and Becca) Fernandez
Bridge Marina
Henderson Bridge Marina, 2 Thompson Lane Andover, NJ 07821