Wichard HR Snap Shackle - Large Bail - Length 140mm

The Wichard HR Snap Shackle with large bail and 140mm length is a marine-grade stainless steel connector designed for applications requiring quick, secure attachment and frequent disconnection under load. Forged from Grade 17.4 PH stainless steel, this snap shackle combines strength with corrosion resistance, making it an essential piece of rigging hardware for saltwater boaters, sailboat crews, and offshore fishing operations where reliability is non-negotiable.

The large eye design accommodates multiple rope attachments simultaneously, a feature that distinguishes this model from smaller-bail alternatives and enables complex rigging configurations without additional hardware. The swivel eye allows free rotation, eliminating torque buildup and extending the service life of connected lines and webbing. The captive plunger pin cannot detach or become lost in operation—a critical safety feature when working aloft or over water. The pin engages easily by pull and holds securely once closed, and the design permits optional lanyard attachment for added redundancy. Excellent working and breaking loads ensure this shackle handles dynamic loads and sudden jerks without failure.

This snap shackle suits weekend sailors maintaining standing and running rigging, cruising boaters deploying spinnakers and halyards, offshore racers requiring fast gear changes mid-race, and fishing crews rigging heavy tackle systems. At 140mm, the length provides adequate working space for gloved hands and suits both small cruising boats and larger offshore vessels. The large bail is particularly valuable on racing yachts where crew changes happen quickly and safely margins demand redundant attachment points.

Wichard snap shackles are established hardware in professional and amateur sailing worldwide, trusted for their French engineering and consistent performance in extreme salt-air environments. The HR designation identifies this as a heavy-duty model optimized for the rigorous demands of marine service where equipment failure is not an option.