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Old 07-18-2012, 12:15 PM   #23
twiisted71
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actually they say they use the same alloy for the FX and the Guardians. apparently the smaller, cleaner extruding process of the FX allows them to make a slightly larger anchor for the same weight. The Guardian is "bulkier" for lack of a better term. Shank is more squared off (thicker in the corners) and the outer edges of the flukes isn't as nicely finished, not anodized, and doesn't allow for the 45* setting. All things I was more than willing to overlook for the price I got this one for (CL find brand new with the sticker still on the fluke!), and its large enough to be a storm anchor for my boat's size/weight. If money were no object sure I'd have gotten an FX version, but I'm far from rich, hence the boat I have vs. the one I dream of. My FX23 is plenty of anchor for me, I bought this one just in case I ever have to anchor the boat out for a hurricane.
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