Name: The Ships Chandler
Telephone: (850) 837-9306
Price range: $$$

The Ships Chandler

646 Harbor Boulevard, Destin

5.0 52 reviews

PapaG ★★★★★ in the last week
I've fished for much of my 62 years and been in many tackle shops. This is the best one anywhere, by far, with the gear you need to fish HERE, and it is run and staffed by the most honest, hardworking, knowledgeable fishermen around. … More They all want to help me get better at fishing, and they have done just that. I bought a boat from SC, I keep a boat here, and these guys have done the maintenance and upgrades on three of my boats. Everything top notch. In this day and age, SC is truly a one of a kind experience. Don't miss it if you come to the Panhandle.
Black Cat Outdoors ★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
Talk about decent prices and a selection of some different offerings compared to all other tackle shops in the area. Bass Pro has ton of stuff, but a vast majority of it stays on the shelves as it is mostly useless "people catching" … More junk.
The Ship's Chandler specializes in the boat fisherman and even has a shop in the back to maintain or repair your vessels! The rod selections are top notch usable equipment and the tackle sold here is all usable stuff! The prices vary, but you can find great deals if you have a keen eye! Come by and take a peek inside because the windows do not do this place justice!
Robbie Long ★★★★★ a month ago
Great experience they helped me with what I needed and great prices! Will always be coming back! Thank you guys for the great service!
Capt Ken ★★★★★ in the last week
Good supply of local fishing needs
Patrick Wilson ★★★★★ a year ago
Great bot dealership and Yamaha service center.The Wright’s are top notch
John Estrada ★★★★★ 6 months ago
Great customer service!
Franklin Fletcher ★★★★☆ 5 months ago
Super nice folks. Competitive price and kept their word about everything. They put us up overnight in our RV parked in their parking lot. Great experience overall. The guy who went on our test drive could have been a lot more knowledgeable. … More Overall, the experience has been great so far and the boat is great too.
Admin Phoenix ★★★★★ 3 months ago
The Ships Chandler is a great local business, always friendly, always helpful and knowledgeable. Bought a Hewes Redfisher from them in 2007, 13 years later they still help me if I have any problems with it, now that's great service. … More I buy a lot of my tackle there too, great selection.
Bill Me ★★★★★ 8 months ago
Great place for high quality fishing tackle for inshore and offshore. They have Baitmaster frozen baits that in my experience are the best offshore frozen baits you can buy. They carry Pathfinder and Jupiter boats as well as other lines. … More All top quality. Ice people too.
B Wallis ★★★★★ 7 months ago
Excellent place to buy fishing tackle for saltwater fishing they have excellent choices in all your needs I had them send off a fishing rod to be repaired by Shimano.
I have also had them do small engine repair on my Yamaha 90 horsepower … More motor and a trim motor repair replace. Being extremely happy with all their services. Much better pricing than legendary Marina.
Dave Yelverton ★★★★★ 7 months ago
Great store, great folks. The tackle shop has a wonderful assortment of hard to find stuff and lots of premium gear. Boat parts inventory is great as well. Highly recommend!
John Estrada ★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
Great customer service!
Justin Brantley ★★★★★ 7 months ago
Great guys that can help you with any boat or tackle needs.
Patrick Wilson ★★★★★ 11 months ago
Great bot dealership and Yamaha service center.The Wright’s are top notch
Luke Riley ★★★★★ a year ago
If you’ve never been on a guided fishing trip, the odds are that you’ll have a near five star experience with most guides. If you have been on a few charters, you’ll undoubtedly begin to notice differences in the services, and your … More ratings will begin to vary. I have been on numerous charters up and down the east coast fishing similar spots and species. What makes this service stand out from the rest? It’s Lionel James! I have never once fished with a captain so invested with the client’s satisfaction and success in catching fish as Captain Lionel. He still thoroughly enjoys this wonderful sport after so much time guiding others. Many captains seem to be distracted with upcoming business opportunities, boat mechanics, and the sort, but Lionel James makes your trip is his number one concern. If your first charter is with this service, don’t take that kind of singular experience for granted! When you leave the boat, you feel like you were out fishing with a friend. I can’t say that about any other charter. All this while, Lionel James manages an exceptional display of professionalism on and off the boat. I wish there were a sixth star, because Captain Lionel goes above and beyond what he asks for these trips. Now stop reading this review and get your trip booked before someone else gets your day!
Michelle Schoen ★★★★★ a year ago
AMAZING! Had a SPECTACULAR fishing trip! Chris and his son Caden were our crew!!! They were super fantastic! Very knowledgeable and helpful! We caught lots of fish!🐟 Thanks to Peter Wright for getting us set up for the time and day we … More wanted! Friendly staff and very accommodating!! Highly recommend this fishing charter!!! We will definitely be repeat customers!!!😊😊😊
LW Burroughs ★★★★★ a year ago
When customer service is Priority #1 then look no further than Peter Wright Sr/Jr. and their Ships Chandler Marina Team. I am a professional angler and even when I was just an avid recreational angler, the team at Ships Chandler always … More has gone the extra mile to ensure my boating and fishing tackle needs are met in an ultra timely manner. There has been several instances where my marine service needs were addressed and resolved on the spot, rather than what would normally take weeks, are resolved within just a day with their knowledgeable staff.The staff is diverse in culture, knowledge and background as well as always willing to help anyone walking into the front door. In this world of large franchise corporate Marine Stores, the Ships Chandler is a true throwback to a time of a One Stop Marine and Tackle Family Run business where customers are valued and urged to comeback and just talk boating and fishing.Quite honestly, I will always make the Ships Chandler my first and only choice when it comes to my Marine and Fishing needs. Thanks again for over a decade of Friendship and Professional Marine Service!!!Capt LW Burroughs
Matthew Atkins ★★★★★ a year ago
As a Destin local and angler, this is the best place hands down. Great prices and selection, but the real difference is the knowledge and patience of the staff. And if they don't have it in stock, they'll get it!
Tom Hargrove ★★★★★ 3 years ago
Great shop.......I have had boats most all my life from Colorado to the southeast. More times than not, the story was not always good when dealing with repair shops. I have been dealing with The Ships Chandler for many years now and … More they have always done top notch work for me. It is a family business with pride and the expertise to do the job correctly. From motors to boat accessories, pricing is always fair. Imagine, a boat mechanic technician that knows what he is doing!!!! Just got the boats trim tabs repaired and it now rides like a new boat. Quick diagnostics and repair. Thanks. Owning an automotive tire and repair shop in Georgia that does 100 plus vehicles per day, I feel that I understand customer service and they meet and exceed all the expectations. And by the way, all the fishing tackle you need is there. If you take your boat anywhere else, you need to change. Get it fixed right the first time at The Ships Chandler................... Tom Hargrove
John Alexander ★★★★★ a year ago
Booked a trip with Lionel James.... he is hands down the best captain in the Destin area. I have been with many other guides and he simply outfishes them all. When we went with him it was evident the second we stepped on the boat that he … More had a great deal of passion for the sport of fishing. We were his number one priority during the trip. I highly recommend Capt. Lionel for a day on the water.
david perry ★★★★★ 9 months ago
Just wonderful
Jack Holmes ★★★★★ a year ago
The experience I have had at Ships Chandler has been nothing short of fantastic. I've purchased several boats over the years from other dealers, and I always left feeling like I was just another number to them. That's not the … More case with Ships Chandler. I flew in from Cincinnati Ohio to purchase a boat,and I left their place feeling like I made life long friends. Thanks for being a solid family owned business..
Willie Sanders ★★★★★ 9 months ago
Polite and courteous, NO dock to back into
Wayne Burnette ★★★★★ a year ago
Extremely helpful. Timely in their responses and turn around on fixing equipment
Julia Niedermeyer ★★★★★ a year ago
Great place . Owner and staff are very friendly , they make you feel like family.
Dennis Minnick ★★★★★ a year ago
Great Local Company. Great service, excellent prices , knowledgeable.
John Hagler ★★★★★ 2 years ago
Great place to buy a boat or get it rigged for whatever fishing you are wanting to do. The staff are very knowledgeable on local fishing and will get you set up to catch fish. They also have boat slips for rent that are first come first … More serve.
Jeff Greene ★★★★★ 8 months ago
Great place, knowledgeable, takes unlimited time to help you understand gear, local fishing. Customers treated and greater like good family.
Phillip Wyrick ★★★★★ a year ago
Drew Brant ★★★★★ a year ago
Peter and his guys do a great job of taking care of all your needs!! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a tackle and boat repair shop.
Carrie Laird ★★★★★ a year ago
Pretty cool place. I was a little bummed the dogs weren't there.
Chris Moore ★★★★★ 6 months ago
Pete and his team saved our holiday weekend fishing plans with a quick replacement of the live well pump. I've done business with the Ships Chandler for more than 10 years and have always received customer service that exceeded expectations. … More Thanks to this super team!
Cory Hale ★★★★★ a year ago
Chase Lake ★★★★★ a year ago
Anna Baranova ★★★★★ 4 years ago
Great Part Department been everywhere in Destin and Fort Walton Beach looking for a part that no carries in stock found it at Ship Chandler This will be my new one stop shop for my Marine Repair Business
michael bell ★★★★★ a year ago
Great place to go
freddy castro ★★★★★ a year ago
The best place
david Batchelor ★★★★★ 9 months ago
Scott Burke ★★★★★ a month ago
Hank Morphis ★★★★★ 4 months ago
aaron smith ★★★★★ 2 years ago
Todd Tudor ★★★★★ a year ago
Shane O'Neal ★★★★★ 5 months ago
Great service
Karl Klaudi ★★★★★ 6 months ago
Jeffrey Jones ★★★★★ 3 years ago
Mac & Donny worked on my boat today with me and were excellent. Fixed the problem quickly. I would strongly recommend them.Thanks guys,Jeff
Emerald Coast Marine ★★★★★ 3 years ago
Get Bent custom rods ★★★★★ a year ago
Tracy Thornton ★★★★★ 7 months ago
Jeremiah Mayville ★★★★★ a year ago
I can’t say enough good things about these guys. The owner personally took time out of his busy day to answer all of my questions. These guys are just awesome. If you are looking for a boat and want to get a fair deal, backed with unmatched … More customer support, call them now! My boat is 8 years old and they treated me with the same respect and enthusiasm as if I was buying a new one. Took care of all of my issues and didn’t make a dime. Just great people to do business with!
Always Learning ★★★★★ 2 years ago
Awesome service! Cruising through Destin and had a cooling issue on my little yamaha engine. My water pump change didn't fix it and I was scratching my head. Mac advised me and helped me get the engine off the boat and into the shop. … More They promptly diagnosed as faulty pump housing, sourced the part from across town and had the engine back in the boat by noonish. Changed plugs and thermostat too! I am one happy camper.
Andy Lamantia ★★★★★ 3 years ago
Great company. Always treats me right. Pete is on point
JD L ★★★★★ 2 years ago
Let me tell you why the boys at the ship chandler are the best around. Not only do they always give the cheapest quote over the phone, both times I’ve had my boat in the shop with them they’ve been cheaper than the original quote! … More So, recap, they beat all the competition in destin, navarre, and FWB, and then when the work is done they even beat their own price and saved me money! However, most importantly, the staf is the most friendly around, and the work and craftsmanship is fantastic. Five stars for them all! Thanks Pete Sr and crew!

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