You don’t see these very often.

Up for sale is a matching pair of vintage bronze swivel oarlocks featuring a pivoting horn design and removable black nylon bushings. These are not your standard fixed oarlocks—they’re a more advanced design that allows smoother rowing, reduced wear, and quieter operation.

Perfect for:

Drift boats

Skiffs

Rowboats

Or anyone restoring a classic boat with quality hardware

Condition is the standout here:

These were acquired from a small, long-established marine supply shop that recently closed, and appear to be old stock that was never installed or used. Excellent vintage condition – unused (new old stock).

No signs of installation or wear

Clean shafts and horns

Smooth swivel action

Nylon bushings are intact and unworn

Light natural patina from storage only

⭐ WHY THESE STAND OUT

Swivel / pivot action – allows the oar to self-align and move naturally

Heavy cast bronze construction – strong, corrosion-resistant, and built to last

Nylon inner sleeves – protects oars and eliminates metal-on-metal noise

Vintage / hard-to-find design – not commonly available on the market

Matching pair – ready to install

No cracks or structural issues

Swivel action works smoothly

Bushings intact

(See photos for exact condition—what you see is what you get.)

🧠 NOTE ON BRAND

There is a faint casting mark that appears to read “DOWCO” (or similar), but I have not been able to confirm the manufacturer. These appear to be older, possibly discontinued hardware.

Sold as is returns not accepted. Will be packed and shipped for safe travel and fully insured. I reserve the right to the shipping service of my choice. Please contact me if your location requires a specific shipping service.