Katahdin  .originated in Maine in the 1920's.  The potatoes are large, short, elliptical to roundish, medium thick.  The skin is smooth and dark, creamy buff with shallow eyes that are the same color as the skin.  The Katahdin has white flesh.  This variety is late maturing, adapted to a wide range of conditions. It producer potatoes of good shape, but the quality is generally medium.  It is a good potato for potato chips