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Paradise Cay Publications offers a complete line of nautical Books for navigation and mariner training. We are an authorized print agent for NOAA charts and NGA print-on-demand nautical charts. We're a certified seller of Canadian Hydrographic charts. Our charts and many of our books are printed in-house. Using modern print techniques, we produce high-quality products at a fair price with generous margins for our dealers. Wholesale inquiries welcome.

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Off-White Lanyard for #7000 & #8000 Brass Bells #78White
WPL78W
This white lanyard clips on the clapper of the 7 inch or 8 inch brass or chrome bells (7000 or 8000). The lanyard features a nautical hand-tied monkey fist.
Product Type : Navigation Tool
Dimensions (IN): 8
$2799
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Protractor Triangle with Handle #101
WPL0101
Often used in a combination of two, our Protractor Triangle with Handle provides a straightforward method of plotting and performing chart work. Each triangle is inscribed with contrast enhancing colors (red & black), plus a handle that holds a pencil, making it convenient and easy to use. The protractor scale on the triangle can aid in drawing a bearing line on a chart, and the 90° angle is helpful when determining lines of position. When used in pairs, the second triangle acts as an extension, and the pair together are a reliable means to transfer a directional line on a chart with no slippage. 7-3/4" sides x 11" (19.69 cm x...
Product Type : Navigation Tool
Dimensions (IN): 11 x 7.75
ISBN: 721002001016
$3599
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The Nautical Sextant (PAPERBACK) - Book
IHP_NSEXT
The Nautical Sextant reveals in pictures, prose, and perspective the experience and knowledge gained by the author from years of acquiring, studying, and restoring sextants from earlier times and from around the world. This fascinating book owes much of its attraction to the expert description and photos of the mechanics of the sextants and their subassemblies. It is also the story of how different manufacturers, in different times and places, solved the same mechanical problems in different ways in order to perfect one of the most accurate mechanical devices ever produced by man. All of this is complemented by an historical overview to...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 7 x 10
Author: WJ MORRIS
ISBN: 9781951116590
$2995
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2024 American Practical Navigator - Bowditch - Volume 2 - Hardcover Book - Preorder - Paracay
2024 American Practical Navigator - Bowditch - Volume 2 - Hardcover Book
PAR243
The American Practical Navigator, first published in 1802, was billed as the "epitome of navigation" by its original author, Nathaniel Bowditch. The text has evolved with the advances in navigation practices since that first issue and continues to serve as a valuable reference for marine navigation in the modern day. The publication describes in detail the principles and factors of navigation, including piloting, electronic navigation, celestial navigation, mathematics, safety, oceanography and meterology. It also contains various tables used in typical navigational calculations and solutions, including the formulas used to derive the...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781951116934
$6995
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Des Pawson's Knot Craft and Rope Mats: 60 Ropework Projects Including 20 Mat Designs - Book
ACB142
This wonderful collection of Des Pawson's personal ropecraft recipes combines an extended and now full-color collection of projects from Des's popular  Des Pawson's Knot Craft , together with 20 new and brilliant mat designs. Readers can learn how to make 60 different ropework projects, including mats, bellropes, key fobs, fenders, and doorstops. Along with fascinating tidbits of nautical history as background to many projects, Des gives step-by-step instructions on how to put these knots together to form finished projects, and advice on the size and lengths of the materials required--just as you would expect from a recipe book....
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.3 x 0.6 x 8.3
Author: Des Pawson
ISBN: 9781472922786
$2700
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Ashley Book of Knots
Ashley Book of Knots - Book
DBD001
The bible of knot and rope work. Every practical and decorative knot, function and origin. 7,000 drawings describing 3,900 knots, splices and whippings. The final word on knotting and rope work the world over.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11.25
Author: Clifford W. Ashley
ISBN: 9780385040259
$9500
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Official Logbook of Sailing
Official Logbook of Sailing - Book
USS017
The official logbook for students of the United States Sailing Assoc. Records certifications attained, practical experience, regatta experience and supervisory experience. Pocket sized and concise.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4.25 x 6.5
Author: US Sailing
ISBN: 1882502310
$2245
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Storytelling for Sailors Video Seminar (USB Drive or Streaming Video)
PDV014

This product is a video. Select Streaming or USB Drive

Product Type : DVD
$12900
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Reeds Astro Navigation Tables 2026 - Book - Paracay
Reeds Astro Navigation Tables 2026 - Book
ACB174
The established book of annual astro-navigation tables compiled specifically for the needs of boaters. This superbly compact almanac and sight reduction tables contains information the ocean-going sailor needs in order to navigate by the sun, moon, stars and planets, using tables devised by practical ocean navigators. This book, together with a sextant, will help sailors to navigate confidently and safely when out of the sight of land. This 2026 edition is completely up to date and continues to feature the well-received additions of the past few years, including forms to help determine True Altitude (for the sun, stars and planets),...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.27 x 11.69
Author: Kendall Carter
ISBN: 9781399425315
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Ships Wheel MAGNET
PAR425
Laser-cut steel, stone tumbled and finished with Squatch Metalworks proprietary distressed metal patina treatment. Clear coated with durable automotive clear-coat. Backed with a Rare Earth magnet. DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN THE USA.
Location: B7
Product Type : Magnet
Dimensions (IN): 3 x 2.6
$895
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Capable Cruiser, 3rd Edition
Capable Cruiser, 3rd Edition - Book
PDB012
This revised and expanded third edition of a cruising classic includes 10 completely new chapters with such advice as: sixteen ways to encourage your lover (partner) to share your dream; strategies for turning sudden engine failure into a minor incident; choosing safety equipment; repairing rigging at sea. Their extensive coverage of anchoring situations including how to set up an efficient stern anchor system plus the section on sailing out of trouble if your engine fails, could be the most important chapters you ever read. All of the original chapters of this book have been updated to ensure that the information will be helpful for...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 9 x 6
Author: Lin & Larry Pardey
ISBN: 9781929214778
$2495
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Reference Map of Oceania, 2nd edition
Reference Map of Oceania, 2nd edition
UHP011
Completely revised and updated with enhanced readability, James A. Bier's "Reference Map of Oceania" is the most comprehensive Pacific map in existence. Its main map and 52 inset maps of all major parts of the region provide a wealth of information in one source. Principal cities, towns, and villages are shown along with roads, topography, and population figures where available. The main map's Mercator projection is useful for planning routes. Time zones for the Pacific and individual countries are also included. It is the only map that clearly focuses on the political units of Micronesia, Polynesia, and Melanesia, using as its...
Product Type : Map
Book Type: Map
Dimensions (IN): 8.8 x 5.6, 39 x 25 unfolded
Author: James Bier
ISBN: 9780824831080
$995
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1981 American Practical Navigator - Bowditch - Volume 2 - Paperback Book - Paracay
1981 American Practical Navigator - Bowditch - Volume 2 - Paperback Book
IHP_BOWD81V2
This is a print-on-demand title and is NOT RETURNABLE
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8 x 10.5
ISBN: 9781937196264
$7495
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Protractor Triangle without Handle #103
WPL0103
Often used in a combination of two, our Protractor Triangle provides a straightforward method of plotting and performing chart work. Each triangle is inscribed with black markings. The protractor scale on the triangle can aid in drawing a bearing line on a chart, and the 90° angle is helpful when determining lines of position.  7-3/4" sides x 11" (19.69cm x 27.94cm) hypotenuse Protractor scale allows easy alignment with chart meridian in any direction Direction is maintained as one triangle is slid along the other to desired position 90° angle helps determine lines of position Made from clear, durable vinylite...
Product Type : Navigation Tool
Dimensions (IN): 11 x 5.8
ISBN: 721002003140
$2999
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Weems Parallel Plotter #120
WPL120
The Weems Parallel Plotter is our most popular rolling plotter. It is mounted on an aluminum roller assembly that allows you to plot courses and parallel lines with simple direct transfer and doesn’t require the space that traditional parallel rules or triangles need. The roller keeps the plotter parallel as you slide it across the chart. It includes distance scales at 1:20,000, 1:40,000 and 1:80,000 to fit U.S. Coast and Harbor Charts, as well as an inch scale. A semi-circular protractor for measuring course and bearing against meridian on a chart and two quarter circle protractors for measuring course and bearing against parallel of...
Product Type : Navigation Tool
Dimensions (IN): 12.5 x 3
ISBN: 721002001207
$5599
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Reeds Maritime Flag Handbook - 3rd Edition - Comprehensive Pocket Guide - Book - Paracay.com
Reeds Maritime Flag Handbook - 3rd Edition - Comprehensive Pocket Guide - Book
ACB170
A perfect pocket sized reference book for understanding maritime flags. A comprehensive, but concise guide that includes: national maritime flags special ensigns, jacks, burgees, official and defense flags, and code flags yacht club burgees signal flags (including naval codes, distress signals and racing codes) flag etiquette and usage (from positions to salutes to timing and more) Expanded and updated for its third edition, the book now includes masthead burgees, as well as new advice on changing rules in European waters and beyond, and more information on the use of and etiquette surrounding local, regional and...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 3.95 x 0.45 x 6.25"
Author: Miranda Delmar-Morgan
ISBN: 9781472994455
$1600
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Splicing Modern Ropes 2nd edition: A Practical Handbook
ACB173
The definitive guide to making strong, reliable splices in braided rope, using step-by-step photographs and clear instructions to help readers master this important but tricky skill. For any seafarer, splicing rope is an essential skill. But the traditional 3-strand rope is fast disappearing. So how do you splice  braided  rope? This is the ultimate guide to this crucial knowledge. Most of the techniques are easy to master – and also fun to do. See why splices are better – and stronger – than knots or shackles for joining or shortening rope, and follow the photographs and steps to find out how to splice efficiently. In this fully...
Dimensions (IN): 7.7 x 9.9
Author: Jan-Willem Polman
ISBN: 9781399417266
$3000
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15" Value Parallel Rule #145
WPL0145
The 15-inch (38.1 cm) Value Parallel Rule is a basic parallel rule without a protractor scale. Ideal for teaching applications, this clear acrylic & aluminum parallel rule is used to plot a course from a compass rose on a chart.  15-inches (38.1 cm) long Brushed aluminum arms Polished aluminum handle  Milled acrylic with beveled edges No protractor scale Protective plastic sleeve Lifetime warranty
Product Type : Navigation Tool
Dimensions (IN): 15 x 2.6
ISBN: 721002001450
$3399
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18" Aluminum Arms Parallel Rule #138
WPL0138
The 18-inch (45.72cm) Aluminum Arms Parallel Rule feature aluminum arms that join two clear acrylic rulers inscribed with a protractor scale. An essential item in any proper navigation kit, these rules are used to plot direction on a nautical chart from any convenient meridian or compass rose. The two straight-edged rules are connected to maintain the same angle. By walking the rules across the chart and securely holding down the non-moving rule, you can effectively plot a course. 18-inches (45.72cm) long Protractor scale Sturdy clear acrylic with aluminum arms Protective plastic sleeve Lifetime warranty
Product Type : Navigation Tool
Dimensions (IN): 18 x 2.6
ISBN: 721002001382
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Map of the Inland Waterways of Great Britain
IMR191
First published over 60 years ago when interest in reviving Britain's network of navigable and rivers was starting to gather pace, this map provides the best coverage of the system in England, Wales and Scotland. Distances, the number of locks and restricting dimensions are given for each waterway. The simple cartography defines rivers, broad and narrow canals against generalized relief and the major road network. The 2016 edition has been updated to show progress in restoration schemes and other changes.
Product Type : Map
Book Type: Map
Dimensions (IN): 10 x 7.5
ISBN: 9781846238277
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