Wichard 10mm Rope Capacity Soft Snatch Block

The Wichard Soft Snatch Block 10mm Rope for Marine Rigging redirects a sail-control line through a soft-attached snatch block rather than a conventional pinned fitting. Its anodized aluminum body uses a Dyneema loop for attachment to a compatible rigging point. A hook-and-loop strip helps keep the assembly closed after the line is placed in the block.

Wichard identifies flying-sail furler terminals and barber-hauler setups as useful placements for the range. The block can also be used to lead a mainsail halyard or change a line’s direction where the rigging plan allows. The flexible attachment loop lets the block be positioned without a separate metal shackle. Opening the retaining strip gives access to the line when the route needs changing.

This model has a listed marine working load of 4,400 lb. Its published breaking load is 8,810 lb. Match the block to the rope diameter and the load expected in that particular control line. The Dyneema loop and the block body should be inspected as part of routine rigging checks. Browse more sailing hardware for related deck and rigging equipment.

• Soft loop attachment avoids a separate metal shackle
• Hook-and-loop closure for access to the line
• Suitable for flying-sail and barber-hauler line leads
• Anodized block body with Dyneema attachment loop