Ronstan 92mm Small Swivel Bail Snap Shackle

The Ronstan 92mm Small Swivel Bail Snap Shackle is a marine rigging fitting for applications that need a longer snap shackle with a smaller swiveling bail for alignment under changing load angles. On the 92mm small-bail version, a strong plunger spring keeps the latch decisive while the body shape gives the hasp room to open cleanly. The plunger ring is spot welded for security, a useful detail on hardware that may be opened and closed repeatedly during sailing. The ring can accept a lanyard if the crew needs an easier reach to the release without handling the shackle body itself.

The smaller swivel bail allows the 92mm shackle to align with a narrower attachment while still letting the body rotate as the load direction changes. Investment-cast 15-5PH stainless steel is used for the body and hasp to combine strength with corrosion resistance. The plunger pin and spring are Grade 316 stainless steel, keeping the release mechanism suited to repeated wet-deck use. Together, those materials give the shackle a strong but compact construction for sail-control connections.

• Heavy-duty plunger spring for dependable latch action
• Body and hasp shaped for clearance during release
• Spot-welded release ring on plunger pin
• Lanyard can be attached for easier opening

Use the swiveling bail where rotation helps the connected fitting stay naturally aligned instead of twisting the line or hardware. The plunger mechanism should move cleanly, and salt or grit should be rinsed away before it can build up around the release surfaces. If a lanyard is fitted to the plunger ring, route it so normal line movement cannot catch it and open the shackle unintentionally. For other snap shackles and sailboat rigging fittings, browse more Sailing Hardware.