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Armchair Sailor Books & Charts
543 Thames Street
Newport, RI 02840
Toll Free: 800-292-4278

Browse all of our boating equipment including plotting tools, navigation instruments, barometers, binoculars, and even a complete inventory of worldwide flags for any port you decide to visit.

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Lat. 41°28.21N & Lon. 71°18.52 W

Armchair Sailor Books & Charts
543 Thames Street
Newport, RI 02840

Store Hours:
M-F: 9 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 5 pm
-Open Sunday Beginning May 25th-

Contact Us:
800-292-4278 or 401-847-4252
Fax: 401-847-1219



Safe boating is foremost on any Captain's mind. Update your charts from our complete selection of navigation charts, electronic charts & software.

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