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Oberto Sausage Company hydroplane model, 1975

The Oberto Sausage Company was founded in Seattle by Constantino Oberto in 1918. He began by making and selling various types of hand-made Italian sausages, and his business grew into a nationally-recognized company, most known for their beef jerky. Oberto was a longtime supporter of hydroplane racing, sponsoring several different racers through the years.
ID Number: 2000.32.1
Date: 1975
Physical Description: 1 Model, Product; plastic, cotton, metal, wood; 11 in.H x 20 in.W x 48 in.D
Place Made: United States of America, WASHINGTON, Kent
Credit: MOHAI, 2000.32.1. Oberto Sausage Company