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Running gear and driveline gear for downeast style lobster boats.

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We specialize in "Downeast" Style Boats

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What Our Customers' Are Saying…

Best Quality

Is there anyone better than R.E. Thomas? Answer: NO. He is absolutely the most clever, and best machinist there is. Also, the best guy you will ever meet. He will never do you wrong, give you bad advice, or sell you a product that isn’t of the highest caliber and best quality on the market.

Bill Faulkingham

Beautiful Hardware

"I just wanted to thank you for the bushing I received today, As usual, you made them perfect. Ron, I can't thank you enough for the beautiful hardware you made for my boat. It all looks so good, I hate to mount it on my boat. I want it to hang on my walls of my family room! He, he, he! Also Ron, you've been nothing but a pleasure to work with. I will always keep you in mind when I need some custom machining done."

Joe - Long term customer

Joe / Long-term customer

Highly Recommend!!!

"When we need machining done for projects we are working on, Mike and the guys always take care of us!!! Would highly recommend R.E. Thomas!!!"

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Corey Esposito / Esposito's Welding.

High Standards

"They have a high standard and they can modify items to suit our needs as we replace older parts."

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One of the Best Investments We’ve Made

"We bought a set of Piranha Line Cutters 6 years ago, one of the best investments we've made. Haven't had to call a diver since. Great investment for a commercial crab boat."

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Ruben E. / Crab Boat Captain

Our latest news and updates

Local Marine Fabrication Company Hits Big with Viral TikTok Video

June 25, 2024

Trenton, Maine – Nautilus Marine Fabrication, a marine fabrication and propeller company in Trenton, Maine, has recently gone viral on TikTok with a video that has been viewed over 10.3 million times. In the video, general manager Mark Dickinson is seen expertly beating the broken tip of a propeller shaft out of a large lobster … Read more

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Split vs Tapered Propeller Shaft Couplings

October 27, 2023

Question: I’m repowering my boat and my mechanic suggested I use a tapered coupling instead of a traditional split coupling. What’s the difference between the two, and why is an RE Thomas tapered coupling better? When it comes to inboard powered boats, the propeller shaft coupling plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient transfer … Read more

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Introducing the Stubby Pro: A Better Propeller Shaft Seal

August 30, 2023

Hancock, ME — R.E. Thomas Marine Hardware, a leading innovator of marine hardware and driveline components, is thrilled to unveil its latest heavy-duty propeller shaft seal, the Stubby Pro. Innovation Meets Old World Reliability Nominated for an innovation award as part of this year’s International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), the Stubby Pro is a … Read more

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July 31, 2023

When it comes to sailboats, having a reliable and high-quality propeller shaft is crucial for smooth sailing and optimal performance. If you own a Beneteau sailboat (or similar European sailboat) and are in need of a new propeller shaft, it is essential to choose the right one to ensure safe and efficient navigation. In this … Read more

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Buying a Custom Propeller Shaft in Rhode Island

April 17, 2023

Buying a custom propeller shaft in Rhode Island is easy if you know which business to use. With its abundance of marine equipment suppliers and specialists, you are sure to find the perfect propeller shaft at the right price. A propeller shaft is a critical component of any boat, transmitting power from the engine to … Read more

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Buying a Custom Propeller Shaft in Florida

April 12, 2023

RE Thomas Marine Hardware is proud to manufacture custom AQ22 propeller shafts for the Florida boating community. Call R.E. Thomas at (207) 422-6532 for a quote today! Florida is known for having one of the most vibrant boating communities in the world. From the Atlantic coast to the Gulf of Mexico, boating is a way … Read more