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Old 11-14-2011, 07:38 PM   #1
BruceK
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Anchor Chain Swivels

Not sure about letting this dog off the chain,but here goes.

A while back, noting my chain coming up twisted, I bought one of those very smart polished stainless steel swivels,tapered one end to pass easily over the bow roller. Then I googled them.

On the net I saw frightening pics of swivels with the jaws forced apart,and warnings of the risk of failure, possibly reduced by never ever attaching the swivel directly to the shank, but mostly advice that if you have one remove it, right now. The shipwright went quite pale when I mentioned fitting one.

My beautifully polished swivel,a virtual work of art, sits unfitted. The chain still comes up twisted, probably slowing the already leisurely retrieve by the Muir Cheetah winch fitted to my IG 36.

My first new topic, so be kind. Advice on preventing chain twist, on swivels, and associated experiences, most welcome.

Bruce K "Doriana"
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