Harken 8 in Aluminum Speedgrip Winch Handle B8ASG
- Brand:
- Harken
- Part no:
- B8ASG
Where to buy
Specifications
- Length
- 8 in
This is an 8 inch aluminum winch handle from Harken, with a molded urethane knob. It fits all international standard winch sockets and weighs 22.0 oz. The knob swivels independently of the handle so the hand can stay in a good power position, and the urethane gives a better grip when palming.
Our take
The independent swivel between knob and handle is the feature to look at on this 8 inch aluminum handle: the knob can stay under the palm while the handle turns. At 22.0 oz it carries real weight in the hand.
From our buying guide
Harken says its handles fit international standard winch sockets and other makers' winches, except old bronze Merriman-style ones. Length sets the leverage: Harken says an 8 in grinds faster but gives 20% less power than a 10 in.
Check before you buy:
- The real length is what you expect, since lengths are nominal. Barton's 8 inch handle measures 225 mm.
- Locking or plain suits you. Lewmar weighs the security of a lock-in against the flexibility of a traditional handle, and Harken says racers prefer plain.
- It floats, if that matters to you. Lewmar says its composite Titan handles float if dropped overboard.
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