Chandlery

Our Chandlery range is the general hardware category for boats: ropes, shackles, fenders, anchors, stainless fastenings, buoys and everyday deck fittings – the practical hardware every boat owner needs at some point, whether fitting out or doing running repairs.

This category covers the hardware side of boat ownership rather than any single job: mooring and rigging (Ropes, Anchors, Shackles Hooks & Eyes), hull protection (Fenders, Buoys), fastenings (Stainless Steel Bolts & Fastners) and general Tools & Accessories all sit under this one umbrella. A good rule when buying chandlery hardware is to match material and grade to how exposed the fitting will be – permanently wet or below-the-waterline fittings need A4 stainless or hot-dip galvanised steel, while occasional-use deck hardware has more flexibility. Whether you’re fitting out a new boat, replacing worn ground tackle, or just need a shackle for a repair, this is generally the first category to check before assuming you need something more specialised.

Browse the subcategories below for the specific hardware you need.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as ‘chandlery’ versus a more specific category like Sailboat Hardware?

Chandlery covers general-purpose hardware (ropes, shackles, fenders, anchors, fastenings); Sailboat Hardware covers sailing-rig-specific fittings like winches, blocks and cleats.

What grade of fastening should I use for chandlery hardware?

Match it to exposure – A4 stainless or hot-dip galvanised steel for permanently wet or below-waterline fittings, with more flexibility for occasional-use deck hardware.

I’m not sure what hardware I need for a repair – where do I start?

Chandlery is usually the right first category to check for general fittings like shackles, fasteners and rope – contact us with the specifics of the job if you’re not sure which item fits.