Replace rusty or undersized connection hardware with four 316 stainless steel bow shackles.
Useful for anchor lines, chains, sailboat rigging, trailer gear, and outdoor tie points.
Screw pin design gives a firm connection that can still be opened when the setup changes.
Multiple sizes help match the shackle to your line, chain, and rated load requirement.
Smooth stainless finish looks cleaner in the anchor locker, dock box, or rigging kit.
More Details
Includes 4 bow shackles with screw pins.
Material is 316 grade stainless steel.
Available sizes: 1/4 inch, 5/16 inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch.
1/4 inch variant: working load 750 lb and breaking load 3800 lb.
5/16 inch variant: working load 1300 lb and breaking load 6600 lb.
3/8 inch variant: working load 2500 lb and breaking load 12000 lb.
1/2 inch variant: working load 3000 lb and breaking load 15000 lb.
Description
Stainless Steel Bow Shackles give you clean removable connection points for anchor setups, chain, rope, sailboat rigging, trailer gear, dock work, and general outdoor hardware replacement. Each pack includes four shackles in the selected size.
The 316 grade stainless steel construction is suited for wet and marine environments. Choose 1/4 inch, 5/16 inch, 3/8 inch, or 1/2 inch based on your chain, rope, and rated load needs.
Our Shipping Rates and Speeds
All orders under $60 ship for $6.99
Orders over $60 ship for FREE
You can expect to receive your items in 3 to 7 days in almost all scenarios
90% of orders arrive in 4 days or less
Try our stainless steel bow shackles risk free for 30 days. If you are not satisfied, get a full refund.
Secure Heavy Loads
Reliable connection for anchors chains dock lines and rigging
Saltwater Ready
316 stainless steel resists rust and corrosion better than basic steel
Tool Free Pin
Threaded screw pin makes attachment and removal straightforward
Smooth On Lines
Polished finish helps reduce snagging and line wear
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bow Shackle 3/8: This product is sold as a 4-pack, providing you with four high-strength 3/8" (10mm) bow shackles. Bow Shackle 1/2: Each order comes as a 4-pack, providing four high-grade 1/2-inch (13mm) bow shackles. Bow Shackle 1/4: This product is sold as a convenient 4-pack, giving you plenty of hardware for anchors, fenders, and other rigging needs. Bow Shackle 5/16: This product is sold as a convenient 4-pack, providing plenty of hardware for anchor chains, fenders, and other rigging needs.
Bow Shackle 3/8: These shackles have a safe working load limit (WLL) of 2,500 lbs and a maximum breaking load of 12,000 lbs. Bow Shackle 1/2: These shackles are rated for a safe working load limit (WLL) of 3,000 lbs and a maximum breaking load of 15,000 lbs.
No, these are made from 316 marine-grade stainless steel, which is specifically engineered to provide maximum resistance to corrosion and rust in saltwater environments.
The pin is designed to be tightened by hand; however, for permanent installations, using a small shackle key or pliers is recommended to ensure it is fully secure. While you can hand-tighten the pin, we highly recommend using a shackle key or pliers for a final snug fit to ensure it does not vibrate loose.
Yes. These 316 stainless steel bow shackles are designed for anchor chains, anchor ropes, and marine rigging. Choose the shackle size that fits your chain and load needs: 1/4 inch, 5/16 inch, 3/8 inch, or 1/2 inch.
Yes, the pin head includes a small hole so you can "mouse" the shackle with wire to prevent the pin from vibrating loose underwater. Yes, the precision screw pins include a hole in the head for "mousing" or safety-wiring the pin to ensure it cannot vibrate loose underwater.
Bow Shackle 1/2: While capacities vary by application, these heavy-duty 1/2-inch shackles are typically ideal for larger vessels up to 35-40 feet, depending on the anchor and chain size. Bow Shackle 1/4: 1/4" shackles are commonly used for small to medium recreational boats, typically for anchor chains and rigging on vessels up to 25 feet. Bow Shackle 5/16: 5/16" shackles are commonly used for medium-sized recreational boats, typically for anchor chains and rigging on vessels up to 30 feet.
These bow shackles are intended for anchor chains and general marine securing or rigging. They are not designed or rated for overhead lifting, climbing, life-safety, or fall-protection applications.
316 stainless steel offers superior corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater, and will not rust or stain your boat like galvanized hardware often does.
The rounded "bow" design allows the shackle to take loads from different directions and provides more room inside the loop for larger ropes.
The 1/4-inch bow shackles have a 750 lb working load limit and a 3,800 lb breaking load. These ratings are specific to the 1/4-inch size.
