Robship CLOSED THIMBLE comparison to Stainless Rings for Lazy Jacks and Other Similar Applications
Note in the photo the difference compared the stainless ring as in used on Lazy Jacks.
• LIGHTER : Only 7 grams when compared to 15.2 grams for a 25 x 5mm stainless ring
• BEND DIAMETER : Rope are weaker when sharply bent. Not the bend diameter size as compared to the stainless ring
• SAFETY : If this was flying around in the wind and you were hit by it, or it slammed against the mast or boat itself there is no question which is more dangerous/damaging.