Wichard 8mm Allen Head Pin Thimble Shackle

The Wichard Thimble Shackle Allen Head Pin 8mm is a forged shackle for connecting sailboat rigging and deck fittings. Wichard specifies 316L stainless steel construction for this fitting. The connection uses an integral rope-bearing thimble.

The rope can be spliced around the built-in thimble without adding a separate thimble. The retained pin avoids losing a loose pin during rigging changes. An Allen-head pin is intended for operation with the corresponding hex key.

The marine working load listed for this size is 2,200 lb. The published breaking load is 6,610 lb. Wichard identifies mainsheet and halyard connections as suitable uses. Wichard distinguishes the industrial working load limit from the marine working load rating. Browse more sailing hardware for related deck and rigging equipment.

• Integral thimble for direct rope splice
• Captive pin stays with the body
• Forged stainless steel hardware for marine rigging
• Designed for compatible sailing hardware