BLOCKS

Custom made blocks for any ship

Custom made in our own workshop

ABOUT OUR BLOCKS

Every ship requires its own unique set of blocks, and we specialize in delivering exactly what your ship needs. They come in a wide variety of sizes, types of wood and bindings. We use traditional methods and deliver strong, beautiful custom-made blocks for antique sailing vessels, classic yachts, traditional ships, motor yachts and tallships.

Our blocks are made from sustainable, high quality wood with a choice of teak, elm, ash or black locust. With regular maintenance, these blocks have a long lifespan and will withstand the test of time.

They can be finished with varnish or oil, or left unfinished so that the colour can be matched to the colour scheme of the ship. We also provide customized name plates for the blocks.

A collection of wooden blocks with metal fittings and decorative metal badges.

Close-up of a wooden block with a circular metal badge that reads "Ordering Blockmakers"

Tested for quality assurance
Blocks are subject to very strong forces. They must be able to be trusted to do their jobs, work optimally, and be safe. Our blocks are tested for their break-strength and can be certified by Lloyds and German Lloyds.

The blocks are provided with saltwater resistant bindings made of aluminium-bronze or stainless steel (RVS 316). Aluminium-bronze has a very unique appearance, is very strong and can be welded, so it can be altered if needed.
Sheaves can be standard black delrin or bronze with options for bearings in double and three-sheave blocks, with and without becket.

More info about hardware

A person working on handcrafted wooden block and leather covering

CUSTOMIZATION

Leatherwork

For a truly luxurious finish, we produce wooden ash hoops and blocks with leather covers. The leatherwork is hand made in France with the greatest quality and care by our good friend Paola Cinquanta. The advantage to have blocks covered in leather is that the blocks are better protected against damage.

Wooden block being coated in varnish, hanging on hooks, used for woodworking.

Choice of wood type, finishing and fittings

SPECIFICATIONS

Available in Elm, ash, teak or black locust.
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Finished with varnish or oil for seawater-resistance to ensure a long lifespan
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Material of the fitting in stainless steel 316 or aluminium-bronze

Sheaves in standard black delrin or bronze with options for bearings
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Available in double and three-sheave blocks, with and without becket
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