This PAIR of Barlow Number 24 BRONZE TWO-SPEED Winches are scarce models- The drum, base and column are solid, heavy Bronze, and lends itself to modern and vintage sailboats. Quite a large winches- It stands about 5 5/8" inches tall and measures 5 3/4" across the base. Very heavy, powerful MASSIVE BIG BOAT GEAR.  There are numerous photos showing their details and condition-INSIDE AND OUT.
 
  Winches have been lightly used, showing light signs of use. The insides are in great condition.

  Solid bronze drum, column and base , factory chrome plated.   Easy to lube and maintain, disassembling quickly with the removal of a single allen screw. No 'tinkertoy' parts to wear out. Top and bottom pawls for great strength. Ratchets solidly and CRISPLY, like the fine piece of equipment it is, and advances smooothly and powerfully when rotated into second gear. Accepts all standard modern winch handles. Surfaces show only light exposure- They will enhance virtually any vessel. Size is perfect for use on medium and large cruising boats as a Primary, halyard or cabintop winches.
Though these winches are very heavy, the stated shipping cost is correct anywhere in the U.S., due to use of USPS Priority Mail 'Fixed rate' boxing. Might as well take advantage of that while it lasts.

   Heavy bronze Two Speed winches of this size will cost anywhere from $1200-$1700 at the 'Chain Chandlery',when they can be found. These winches will provides decades of use, yet these high quality Barlow 24s are offered with an VERY..................Low Starting Bid.