Start off with the usual disclaimers: No connection with either mfr (aside from being a customer)
Want to mention a couple of great manufacturers:
Arco- great
winch (we have 4- gonna get another this winter) All metal self tailer and a
lifetime warranty. Just got spares sent and they arrived quick (coming from Australia)- Not light, but who cares
HUTTON-ARCO Yacht Winches
LVJ: just about the last manufacturer of wire reel winches- beautifully made (got one for the mizzen halyard). They make regular winches too (all
bronze or chromed)
In the US
LVJ Winches USA
Sizing chart:
LVJ Winches