A range of forged shackles that have been quenched and tempered to give strength and resilience, to meet the requirements of USA Federal Specifications with the Working Load Limit permanently shown on every shackle. [Look out for the Red Pin, the mark of Crosby quality]. Choose Bow shackles when the lift is from more than one rope
Screw Pin Shackles meet the requirements of the Federal Specification RR-C-271D Type IVB, Grade A, Class 2. Even if you are lifting relatively light items it is often worth choosing the very popular 1 t size which will be endlessly useful for future use.
Bolt Type Shackles have the most secure pin design. Meets the requirements of the U.S. Federal Specification RR-C-271D Type IVB, Grade A, Class 3. Choose Bolt Shackles when the shackle pin is difficult to frequently inspect, typically permanently rigged applications.
We are one of the United Kingdoms oldest chandlers, tracing our history back 500 years. We have supplied all sorts of exciting expeditions in our long history, including early Everest and Arctic Expeditions for Ernest Shackleton, Gino Watkins and many more.
We pride ourselves on our passion and dedication for high quality kit for every adventure.