Wichard 80mm HR Quick Release Swivel Eye Snap Shackle

The Wichard HR Quick Release Snap Shackle with Swivel Eye 80mm is a forged high-resistance snap shackle for sail-control connections. The swivel eye is arranged for connection to a single sheet or halyard. The body uses 17-4 PH stainless steel rather than standard 316L rigging steel. A lanyard-operated release distinguishes it from a conventional screw-pin shackle.

Pulling the release lanyard opens the shackle when it is necessary to disconnect the sail-control line. The rotating swivel lets the attachment turn as the line angle changes. The swivel-eye fitting is intended for a direct sheet or halyard connection. The release should remain accessible in the actual rigging installation.

The specified marine working load for this size is 2,820 lb. Wichard lists a breaking load of 5,070 lb. The published length is 80 mm. Check both the attachment geometry and the release mechanism before the line is loaded. Browse more sailing hardware for related deck and rigging equipment.

• Lanyard-operated quick release
• Rotating swivel connection for sail-control lines
• Forged high-resistance stainless steel body
• Swivel eye for a single sheet or halyard