1973 Catalina 22 winch handle ???

[steveebryant]

I just purchased a 1973 Catalina 22 and there is no winch handle with the boat. It obviously requires a winch handle design that I am not familiar with. I would like to find a use one. If that is not possible how would I obtain a used one.
PS: What is the name of the winch/particularly the "winch handle" typically found on the 1973 production model Catalina 22?

 

[jssailem]

I can understand how a boat owner can believe that the hardware on a boat could be specific to the boat, but winches are not. Winches are what was available to either the Manufacturer, or desired by the original owners or changed by a boat owner. So the handles are specific to the manufacture of the winch.
What is the name on the winch? Can you post a picture of the winch with focus on the top opening where you insert the handle?

Here is a link in this forum that may help.
https://shop.sailboatowners.com/search.php?brand=sailboat&kw=Winch+handle+

 

[sailorladyliz]

Is it a slip-in winch handle? I had a 1972 sailboat with that type winch and handle. I have seen these on e-bay.

 

[Joe]

What does the socket on top of the winch look like. Why don't you google "sailboat winch handle" and see if one looks like it would fit. And do yourself a favor, have more than one winch handle on your boat....
AFIK Catalina always installed standard winch fittings.. starting with the Aussie
made Barient and Barlow types to other UK and American made pieces, such as Lewmar and Harken. They all use the same configuration.. and eight point socket.

 

[gdudik]

My 73 C-22 has “side entry” handles for bronze winches. Winch handle inserts into a slot on the side of a disc on top of the winch. Have to press a tab on top to slide handle back out. I have no reason to believe that they are not original, considering the condition of both winches and handles. No idea who the manufacturer is. I’ll get a picture next time I’m down at the marina.

Edit: I bet this is what you’re after. Mine are similar:
https://m.ebay.com/itm/Slip-in-Winch-Handle-/183280758658

 

[jssailem]

@gdudik. Pictures would be interesting. Not sure I have seen such a winch/handle system.

 

[jssailem]

@gdudik doing a search of old boat stuff I came across a:

"Vintage Merriman Sailboat Winch Handle Chrome Over Bronze"​

Perhaps this is what you are searching for?

 

[gdudik]

@gdudik doing a search of old baot stuff I came across a:

"Vintage Merriman Sailboat Winch Handle Chrome Over Bronze"​

Perhaps this is what you are searching for?
View attachment 152556

Yes those are exactly like what came with my boat.

 

[gdudik]

Got pictures of winch and handles.

 

[Jacktar]

Yep need to post a picture so we can (maybe) help.

 

[Sacto Dave]

Hi Steve!
I am in your spot. March of ‘73 boat #2130 with original winches that have no handle. Heard the handles can be bought, but the store web site indicates they are out of stock.

I just purchased a 1973 Catalina 22 and there is no winch handle with the boat. It obviously requires a winch handle design that I am not familiar with. I would like to find a use one. If that is not possible how would I obtain a used one.
PS: What is the name of the winch/particularly the "winch handle" typically found on the 1973 production model Catalina 22?

 

[Ron20324]

I'll look at Bacons, but a pic from overhead of the working end would help.

 

[steveebryant]

Thank you all for your replies! I have been out of pocket. I will have photos later; but, it looks like you guys are all over this problem of mine for which I am greatly appreciative.
Thank you all again!
I'll get back soon
Steve

 

[pateco]

Here is one for $29.95

Merriman Bronze Winch Handle

 

[jssailem]

They are serious metal.. Don't drop overboard. They will swim like a brick.
Usually doing the back stroke... Saying ... Bye Bye.

 

[steveebryant]

Sacto Dave,
Thank you, obviously, now, I do not comprise some alternate reality as suggested by another on this thread. Sometimes there is a kind of consistency occuring that can be expected; thank you for the public validation!
I have photos on my "1973 Catalina" that are similar to yours. I just need to find out what your source is. You seem to suggest that there is a particular

chandlery you've consulted. After you have secured yours, let me know as I would like to do the same. In the interim, I may try my luck with ebay. I don't know how to precisely describe, in words, without pictures, the name of the winch I require. (I may have overlooked that detail found somewhere along the length of this thread; a little help in that regard will be appreciated!)
Thank you,
Steve

 

[steveebryant]

Pateco,
Thank you for the link!

 

[Joe]

Try Google search for "Merriman winch handle"

Here's a legit company that sells them, click on the pic for link:


REMEMBER.... GET TWO! (for back up when you lose one overboard)

 

[jssailem]

the name of the winch I require

The winch name is in your image. “Marinium “
Here is a link to information. http://www.rigrite.com/Hardware/Winches/Wilcox-Crittenden_Winches.php

 

[steveebryant]

jssailem,
I just now contacted rigrite. They said they would get back to me. They are out of stock and had to do a search???
Thank you for the link,
Steve