Chandlers in Firth of Clyde Area

Zen Zero

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There is nothing wrong with Italian chandlers (except that I'm still waiting 10 days after ordering two plastic cockpit drains from the biggest in Rome!) but I'll be visiting my Mum in Saltcoats next week and would like to take my boat-shopping list with me, and do some browsing. I am likely to be conceded one (1) opportunity to spend time boat-shopping and would like to use it wisely.

Should I go to Glasgow (Scotland Street)? Or are the shops at Largs / Kip marinas equally well stocked? Or there other places between Ayr and Greenock that you would recommend?

Many thanks - lunga scia!

Zen
 
Excellent chandler in Largs, good, smaller one in Troon. Haven't been in Kip for a while, but last visit was shortly after a reorganisation of their shop and it didn't see to be as well stocked as before, perhaps better now.

Between Largs, Kip and Troon there will be everything you are likely to find in Glasgow.

There's not much to choose between options, apart from the the trek up to Scotland Street. It depends on what you are looking for on the day, and a phone call or two in advance might be a good idea. Good luck.
 
Basically, that's the options - Duncans, Largs or Kip. Of the latter two, Largs probably have the wider stock. However, Largs is also probably the dearest.

If in Largs it is worth knowing there is an old-fashioned hardware shop HERE (the one marked "A". It is a proper Aladdin's cave!
 
AntarcticPilot said:
Basically, that's the options - Duncans, Largs or Kip. Of the latter two, Largs probably have the wider stock. However, Largs is also probably the dearest.

If in Largs it is worth knowing there is an old-fashioned hardware shop HERE (the one marked "A". It is a proper Aladdin's cave!
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Gosh! It that still there??!! I got my first saw, hammer and nails and piece of scrap wood to use them on there about 40 years ago!
 
The Largs chandler is not always that dear, I found they were cheaper than any online supplier for the mast steps I wanted and got them for me in a week. Good stock and indulge in special offers from time to time. Some of their clothing prices were pretty fair too.

Having said that Duncans can be quite competitive too.
 
When I overwintered at Sandpoint marina Dunbarton the chandlery was very useful, well stocked and friendly. the place has a dickensian feel but run by a nice old chap called George with good knowledge and stock
Hulley Marine Yacht Chandlers Sandpoint Woodyard Road Dunbarton Tel:+44(0)1389 742 438
Martin
 
Zen Zero said:
There is nothing wrong with Italian chandlers (except that I'm still waiting 10 days after ordering two plastic cockpit drains from the biggest in Rome!) but I'll be visiting my Mum in Saltcoats next week and would like to take my boat-shopping list with me, and do some browsing. I am likely to be conceded one (1) opportunity to spend time boat-shopping and would like to use it wisely.

Should I go to Glasgow (Scotland Street)? Or are the shops at Largs / Kip marinas equally well stocked? Or there other places between Ayr and Greenock that you would recommend?

Many thanks - lunga scia!

Zen
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Duncan's in Scotland street is pretty well stocked - and the prices not too off putting - and they have a web site. Phone in advance if you have a list - could avoid a mistake - wherever you end up choosing..
 
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I use Duncan, Hulley, Largs and Kip. Mostly the same prices and comparable with the web once delivery is taken into account. The guys in Duncans are probably the most helpful and knowledgable.

As others have said, best to phone to check as they all stock different bits which is why I buy from them all depending on where I'm working.
 
ctva said:
I use Duncan, Hulley, Largs and Kip. Mostly the same prices and comparable with the web once delivery is taken into account. The guys in Duncans are probably the most helpful and knowledgable.
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I was in there last week, and as ever they all seemed a bit grumpy. Perhaps I'm not a Known Face. The young french (?) woman in the clothing section is charming, though.

For knowledge, Jane at Largs is unbeatable, but a tad scary. I always have to fight back a feeling that I should be calling her "ma'am".
 
I have found Duncan's the most willing to "cut a deal", and their prices are sensible to start with. Berth Holders at Kip usually do well at Kip, as a discount is one of the berth-holder benefits. Sadly, David is no longer with us, though, and it was his encyclopaedic knowledge that was the best thing at Kip. Largs tend to be good at identifying strange bits of kit, and have surprised me by having them in stock!
 
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