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Blocks & sheaves
Blocks and sheaves of all kinds are essential parts of marine equipment in the shipping industry, inland navigation and water sports. They are part of the running rigging of sailing vessels and nevertheless part of the technology of lifting and catching devices on professional vessels. A traditionally designed ship or boat block, made of wood with bronze or steel fittings, or made of modern materials such as plastic, Tufnol or stainless steel, is a well-proven instrument for diverting lines, halyards and sheets onboard of traditional ships, classic and …






