SHARP & ENRIGHT
Ships Chandlers & General Merchant since 1865
133 Snargate Street, Dover, Kent, CT17 9DA
Is selling the following:-
W.Smith & Son Sail Makers Needles
5 Assorted William Smith & Son Professional Sailmakers Needles in Card Packet
Hand made, reduced edge needles for hand finishing sail repairs, canvas work or rope whipped ends.
Manufactured from high carbon cast steel, the highly polished reduced edge design and triangular point easily pierce heavy fabric and rope whilst the elongated eye makes threading twine easier. The Design allows the use of pliers to pull through particularly stubborn items.
Made in England Since 1835. W Smith & Son are regarded as the worlds best provider of sailmakers needles. Used globally, these needles are designed by professionals for professional use.
No. 103 Needles come in a Cardboard pack in assorted sizes from 13 to 19 swg.
Uses
Sail Repairs
Canvas Work
Sewn Whipping
Why is Rope Whipping used?
A whipping prevents the end of a rope from fraying and stops the core from slipping into the cover.
To whip a rope end yourself you will need
Whipping twine
Sailmakers Needles
Typically a sailmakers palm
We are happy to supply additional information and any questions are welcome.
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Free carriage standard service by Royal Mail 2nd class post or 48Hr courier if over 2kgs. ( UK mainland only, excluding the highlands and islands etc. where surcharges may apply ).
Express carriage service is available for an additional charge b y Royal Mail 1st class post or 24Hr (next working day) courier if over 2kgs. ( UK mainland only , excluding the highlands and islands etc. where surcharges may apply ).
For postage to all other areas , including UK highlands and islands, please contact us before making an order. Thank you.