On Dec 28, 6:43*am, "Steve Lusardi" wrote:
Max,
No portlight is inexpensive, of any variety. You must be very careful when you buy these, because you have to plan the
installation and it is not straightforward. All portlight faces are flat, but your hull is not. You will also have an inner hull
liner of some description and depth. So you will have very specific dimensions and you will also need to fabricate a flat mounting
surface to match the portlight design. On top of that, the only safe portlight will also incorporate a compound hinge and
companion deadlight plate. Please remember that in very heavy weather and breaking seas, the portlight can experience several tons
of explosive force. Your life can depend on your choice. Be prepared to spend serious money on these. I have 13, 8 x 16" bronze
portlights that cost me $14,000 without costing the installation.
Steve


Steve,

I presume some materials are more affordable than others. I am able to
deal with the challenges of installation. Some of the portholes will
get thick plexiglass deadlights. However, a few of the portholes will
need to be of the opening type in order to get adequate ventilation
below.

Can you suggest a type and a place to buy them? I've heard of discount
online marine chandleries, but I only know West Marine, who are
definitely not 'discount'.

Regards,
-Maxime