Marine Thrift

Marine Thrift is a place where builders, sailors, DIYers, and the curious can find amazing deals on hardware, tools, and all kinds of other interesting boat gear. We keep good materials out of landfills and in circulation while ensuring the costs of boating stay accessible to many. Sales support Northwest Maritime’s mission and educational programs.

Gift certificates make the perfect gift for the maritime enthusiast in your life, now available in-store!

Donate Now

Clean out your garage or workshop and contribute your unused tools and hardware. We are a 501(c)(3) so your donations are tax deductible. Donating is a great way to give back and support Northwest Maritime. We do not purchase used items, we run by donation only.

Items We Happily Accept

• Used tools
• Vintage and hard to find hardware
• Anything bronze (props, shackles, etc)
• Fenders
• Boat hooks
• Fasteners
• Light fixtures
• Select maritime antiques
• Instruments

We also may accept small craft in good condition, including skiffs, kayaks, canoes, etc., space permitting.

Items We Cannot Accept

• Electronics
• Used heads or blackwater systems
• Used sails
• Soft goods including upholstery, flotation devices, wet suits, etc.
• Collectibles, apparel, artwork, décor
• Cleaners, lead anything, paints or varnishes

Shop Online

Visit our Ebay page to find the latest funky finds and boaty bargains!

Marine Thrift Swap Meet

The Marine Thrift Swap Meet, organized by Marine Thrift and our parent nonprofit, Northwest Maritime, is an annual maritime swap meet located in the Boat Haven in Port Townsend. Bring your cash and stock up on used and useful tools, hardware, supplies, and more. It’s free to sell at the Swap Meet, so clean out your shop, empty your garage and turn your old stuff into cash. Learn more about the Marine Thrift Swap Meet.

Volunteer at Thrift

Are you a boat nerd or gearhead with a few hours to spare each week? Marine Thrift is occasionally looking for volunteers like you! Keep boating affordable, hardware accessible, and contribute to the spirit of the boatyard. Email volunteer@nwmaritime.org or call 360.385.3628 x115 to start volunteering in the heart of Boat Haven.