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San Diego's Marine Chandlery Since 1976

Everything
Your Vessel
Needs

24 departments of marine hardware, rigging, safety gear, electronics, and expert advice. Two convenient San Diego locations on Shelter Island and Cañon Street.

1976
Est.
24
Departments
2
SD Locations
50k+
Part Numbers

24 Departments

From anchoring to ventilation — everything stocked for working boats and weekend sailors alike.

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Books, Charts & Videos
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Cabin & Interior
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Cleaning & Maintenance
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Crew Gear & Apparel
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Cruising & Fishing Gear
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Electrical
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Engine Systems
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Epoxies & Repair
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Fasteners
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Galley & Barbeques
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Lighting
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Paint & Varnish
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Plumbing & Sanitation
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Pumps
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Sailboat Blocks
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Sandpaper & Abrasives
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Tools
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Ventilation

Smart Parts Finder

Tell us what you need and our AI assistant will locate the right part, check availability, and suggest compatible alternatives.

Find a Part

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    50,000+ SKUs

    Our full inventory is indexed and searchable — from common hardware to hard-to-find cruising gear.

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    AI-Assisted Lookup

    Describe the part by function, location on the boat, or symptoms — our AI finds the match.

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    Cross-Reference & Alternatives

    We suggest compatible substitutes when a part is discontinued or out of stock.

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    In-Store Pickup, Same Day

    Most parts ship between our two locations. Reserve online, pick up in hours.

Marine Services

Beyond retail — we're sailors and boaters who help you solve problems.

Rigging & Sail Advice

Expert staff help you spec the right blocks, cleats, running rigging, and standing rigging for your boat. In-store consultation at no charge.

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Special Orders

Can't find it on the shelf? We source from 300+ manufacturers and can order virtually any marine part. Most items arrive in 3–5 business days.

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Knowledgeable Staff

Our team has logged sea miles from San Diego Bay to the South Pacific. Ask anything — from replacing a seacock to planning a bluewater passage.

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Trusted by San Diego Sailors

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Since 1976
Nearly 50 years serving the San Diego boating community from Shelter Island to the bay.
Local Expertise
Staff who sail, race, and cruise San Diego waters — real advice from real mariners.
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2 Locations
Shelter Island Drive and Cañon Street — both close to marinas and boatyards.
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Online Catalog
Browse and order from store.sandiegomarine.com — with in-store pickup available same day.

Two San Diego Locations

Both stores are fully stocked. Call ahead if you're looking for a specific item.

Shelter Island — Main Store
📍2636 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
📞(619) 223-7159
Store Hours
Mon – Fri8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed
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Cañon Street
📍2804 Cañon St, San Diego, CA 92106
📞(619) 225-9411
Store Hours
Mon – Fri8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed
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