Those of you with long memories will remember Gibb block back in the 80’s. Long since taken over by Lewmar for the Navtec rigging business, they continued this range of Tufnol blocks till a couple of years ago. Tufnol is probably one of the best materials ever used for yacht blocks it’s tough UV resistant and looks great on classic sailing yachts.
This snatch block is for a substantial yacht, a safe working load of 1350kg (2976) with a braking load of twice that. A 76mm (3”) diameter sheave that will take up to 16mm rope. It has a stainless steel snap shackle.
