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T h e B E L L I N G H A M B e l l C O M P A N Y Bellingham Bell is

engravings such that each bell is a unique work of art.

quality product that is unmatched by other makers.

inches in diameter as well as all of the associated mounting and

Around, around, Companions all, take your ground, And name the bell

2 T h e B E L L I N G H A M B e l l C O M P A N Y Bellingham Bell is known for producing bells of remarkable tonal quality, shape and finish. The product may be customized with raised text, logos, graphics and engravings such that each bell is a unique work of art. Established in 1980, Bellingham Bell is renowned for producing a quality product that is unmatched by other makers. The product line includes bells in a variety of sizes up to 16 inches in diameter as well as all of the associated mounting and sounding apparatus. Around, around, Companions all, take your ground, And name the bell with joy profound! Concordia is the world we ve found Most meet to express the harmonious sound, That calls to those in friendship bound. - Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, Photo by Billy Black. 2 Song of the Bell

C u s t o m i z i n g Y O U R B E L L I N G H A M B E L L Bellingham Bell Company specializes in customizations

Unlike other makers, Bellingham Bell Company utilizes the ancient art of lost wax investment casting a process

This process dictates quite literally that once the casting is complete, the mold is broken.

We can incorporate text, logos, or sculptured designs as well as custom fonts and color enamels.

3 C u s t o m i z i n g Y O U R B E L L I N G H A M B E L L Bellingham Bell Company specializes in customizations that are raised from the surface and cast integrally with the bell. Unlike other makers, Bellingham Bell Company utilizes the ancient art of lost wax investment casting a process used by jewelers to capture exquisite details. This process dictates quite literally that once the casting is complete, the mold is broken. Due to the capabilities of the investment casting process, customizations are limited only by your imagination. We can incorporate text, logos, or sculptured designs as well as custom fonts and color enamels. Our designers shall work with you to create a bell specifically tailored to meet your needs. Softly the loud peal dies, In passing winds it drowns, But breathes, like perfect joys, Tender tones. -Frederick Tennyson, The Bridal Photo courtesy of David Smith 3

4 Photo by Billy Black. 4

S I G N A T U R E S E R I E S T H E S I G N A T U R E o f h e r S H I P, P R

marine artifact that shall forever be the symbol of the vessel on which she

The tonal quality, visual appearance, and overall quality of workmanship of a

adorn the decks of the finest quality yachts in the world.

5 S I G N A T U R E S E R I E S T H E S I G N A T U R E o f h e r S H I P, P R I D E i n O W N E R S H I P The Bell is the soul of the ship and a lasting marine artifact that shall forever be the symbol of the vessel on which she serves. The tonal quality, visual appearance, and overall quality of workmanship of a Bellingham Bell provides a signature for which all can be proud to represent their ship. A truly functional piece of required marine hardware that is befitting to adorn the decks of the finest quality yachts in the world. I hear the ship s bells, the metal song of halyards ringing against the masts. These are moments of oceans deeper than skies... - Barrett Warner, Excerpt from the poem Galesville Photo courtesy of Brendan Roney. 5 Photo courtesy of Jim Hornung.

6 Photo courtesy of Mario Savoie. 6

E S T A T E S E R I E S A W E L C O M I N G T O U C H t o y o u r H O M E

simple tone of a Bellingham Bell; a crowning touch to all of your

7 E S T A T E S E R I E S A W E L C O M I N G T O U C H t o y o u r H O M E Our Estate Series welcoming bell is a stately addition to your home, large or small. Make your house a home with a welcoming bell to introduce your guests to the special place in your life. Provide your home or garden an identity and character with the pure and simple tone of a Bellingham Bell; a crowning touch to all of your accomplishments. Those evening bells! Those evening bells! How many a tale their music tells! Photo by Mike Foster. - Thomas Moore, Those Evening Bells 7 Photo courtesy of Villa Beatrice.

C O M M E M O R A T I V E B E L L S H O N O R I N G a n d c e l e b r a t i n g A C H I E V E M E N T The perfect gift in recognition of academic or

C E L E B R A T I O N Let a Bellingham Bell mark significant occasions in your life such as births, engagements, or weddings and incorporate dates of

Concordia is the world we ve found Most meet to express the harmonious sound, Hear That the calls mellow to those wedding friendship bells, bound.

8 C O M M E M O R A T I V E B E L L S H O N O R I N G a n d c e l e b r a t i n g A C H I E V E M E N T The perfect gift in recognition of academic or career success, a Bellingham Bell can galvanize significant life milestones such as graduations or retirements. C E L E B R A T I O N Let a Bellingham Bell mark significant occasions in your life such as births, engagements, or weddings and incorporate dates of significance into perpetuity. Photo courtesy of Grant LaMothe. 8 Around, around, Companions all, take your ground, And name the bell with joy profound! Concordia is the world we ve found Most meet to express the harmonious sound, Hear That the calls mellow to those wedding friendship bells, bound. Golden bells! - Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, What a world of happiness their Song of the Bell harmony foretells! Through the balmy air of night How they ring out their delight! - Edgar Allan Poe

R E M E M B R A N C E Honor fallen veterans, civil servants, family members, or pets.

may best be served by a Bellingham Bell to recognize dedication, valor, heroism and

9 R E M E M B R A N C E Honor fallen veterans, civil servants, family members, or pets. A Bellingham Bell can offer a solemn yet elegant memorial for all to enjoy and remember. P R E S T I G E Countless military, community, religious, and civil service occasions may best be served by a Bellingham Bell to recognize dedication, valor, heroism and other events or places of historic significance....and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee... - John Donne 9 Photo courtesy of Bill Morong.

M O U N T I N G O P T I O N S D I S P L A Y I N G y o u r B E L L I N G

including deck mounts, bulkhead mounts, one or two piece wall mounts,

or granite to complete the bell installation in a manner that is fitting

Around, around, Companions all, take your ground, And name the bell with

Concordia is the world we ve found Most meet to express the harmonious

10 M O U N T I N G O P T I O N S D I S P L A Y I N G y o u r B E L L I N G H A M B E L L Bellingham Bell offers a variety of mounting options including deck mounts, bulkhead mounts, one or two piece wall mounts, presentation and award stands, and other mounts designed to fit your custom needs. We offer mounting bases in a variety of materials including metal, wood or granite to complete the bell installation in a manner that is fitting to your needs and desires. Around, around, Companions all, take your ground, And name the bell with joy profound! Concordia is the world we ve found Most meet to express the harmonious sound, That calls to those in friendship bound. - Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller, Song of the Bell Photo by Cpt. Tom Serio. 1 0 Ring out, will bells, to the wild sky, The flying cloud, the frosty light. - Lord Alfred Tennyson In Memoriam

A C C E S S O R I E S B E L L C A R E S E R V I C E S B E L L R O P E S All of our bell ropes and lanyards are hand crafted and hand tied.

Our design consultants can assist you in selecting from a variety of styles, colors, and sizes available for your bell.

Our line of polish, wax, bell bags, and clapper socks are made with the finest materials and will help you preserve your bell over time.

B E L L R E F U R B I S H M E N T Bellingham Bell will be pleased to help you maintain your bell or refurbish older bells that you may own.

11 A C C E S S O R I E S B E L L C A R E S E R V I C E S B E L L R O P E S All of our bell ropes and lanyards are hand crafted and hand tied. Several different styles are available to accommodate different tastes. Our design consultants can assist you in selecting from a variety of styles, colors, and sizes available for your bell. B E L L C A R E P R O D U C T S The Bellingham Bell Care Kit provides you with all the items you will need to care for your bell. Our line of polish, wax, bell bags, and clapper socks are made with the finest materials and will help you preserve your bell over time. For your convenience, all items of the Bell Care Kit may be purchased as a set or as individual items. B E L L R E F U R B I S H M E N T Bellingham Bell will be pleased to help you maintain your bell or refurbish older bells that you may own. Our extensive polishing process is unlike any other. We apply the same polishing quality standards to both the outside and inside of each bell. This as an important distinction that sets Bellingham Bell apart. Feel free to contact us to discuss any of your bell restoration and preservation projects. Bellingham Bell Company 57 Main Street, P.O. Box 100 Hiram, Maine Tel Fax Photo courtesy of Bill Morong.

Bellingham Bell Company 57 Main Street, P.O.

com Corporate images and or names shown in this publication are representative of products the

National Marine, photo by Capt. Tom Serio.

12 Bellingham Bell Company 57 Main Street, P.O. Box 100 Hiram, Maine Tel Fax Corporate images and or names shown in this publication are representative of products the company has made in the past and do not constitute endorsement of our products by that organization. Photos above, clockwise: Illusion IV, photo by Billy Black; Willow Point, photo by Mike Foster; National Marine, photo by Capt. Tom Serio. Front cover photo courtesy of Captain Timothy Laughridge. Additional photos used herein were provided by the following people without specific credit; Mike Foster, Shadow Marine, Bill Morong, Mike Krajnik, Alauna Butler and Grant LaMothe. Graphic design and layout by Rocknak Design Bellingham Bell Company.

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