Lewmar Pro-Fish 700 Horizontal Windlass - 12V

The Lewmar Pro-Fish 700 Horizontal Windlass in 12V is purpose-built for anglers who demand speed and precision when deploying and retrieving anchors over wrecks, ledges, and fishing grounds. Unlike traditional manual systems or motor-dependent approaches, this horizontal windlass eliminates fuel waste and delivers automatic freefall capability—allowing you to position your vessel directly over structure and drop anchor with exact control, then recover it with a single button press.

Constructed from 316 stainless steel, the Pro-Fish 700 resists corrosion in saltwater environments where standard materials fail within a season. The 12V electrical system integrates cleanly into most mid-range fishing vessels without requiring heavy-gauge wiring upgrades. The horizontal mounting design keeps the windlass low and out of the way, preserving deck space on smaller hulls. Installation is DIY-friendly, with straightforward bolt-down attachment and plug-and-play wiring—no specialized fabrication required. The compact footprint measures 11 x 8 x 12 inches and weighs just 20 lbs, making it suitable for center console boats, cuddy cabins, and center-cockpit designs where weight distribution matters.

This windlass targets serious weekend fishermen and commercial operators who anchor frequently over rough bottom and need reliable retrieval without engine strain. The freefall mode is particularly valuable during hover-fishing sessions where maintaining precise position over a wreck requires rapid anchor deployment and recovery. The Pro-Fish 700 also suits cruising boats that require trustworthy ground tackle management in variable conditions. Whether you're fishing the Atlantic continental shelf, working Gulf structure, or anchoring in coastal bays, the combination of stainless construction, 12V compatibility, and DIY installation makes this windlass a practical upgrade over manual systems.