Barton Marine — The Bow to Stern in Sailboat Hardware

By Nicki Bennett | November 8, 2024 | Planet Sailing |

Made by Sailors for Sailors, Barton Marine has designed and manufactured sailboat hardware in England since 1948. Our range extends over 1800 products providing value and performance for racing and cruising mariners worldwide including from our US base in Virginia. The Barton range includes contemporary marine grade composite blocks, ball bearing performance wooden blocks, and an exclusive Tufnol block selection. The full range of low friction eyes, cam cleats, track and car systems, clutches, winches, Boomstruts, sailing kits and hundreds of accessories sell in over 35 countries globally to owners and boat builders alike. If you have not discovered the Barton range, visit BartonUS.com to explore and find your local dealers.

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