For Sale: 55# Delta Anchor

[wsmith]

FOR SALE: 55# Delta Fast Set Anchor, excellent condition
$195 in Stuart, FL

[scoobert]

stainless?

[Cuttyhunk]

Scoob, before you even think about stainless for your anchor, look at the strength vs. galvanized. Stainless is not anywhere near as strong. Stainless is prone to crevice corrosion you can't see. Galvanized will have visible rust if it's corroding, giving you ample warning to correct the problem -- same issue with chain.

Stainless looks great on a big expensive powerboat that never, ever anchors overnight. It's not the right material, in my opinion, however, for keeping your home safe.

I've got a stainless swivel thing on my very nice Spade anchor that came with the boat. That is going into the odd parts bin before next season. I think the Spade is from the original owner, and the swivel from the next owner, the fellow I bought the boat from. The Spade is a sweet anchor. I also have a Delta I purchased, because Deltas have held me safe for over 20 years. But the Spade will be the primary now. I had never heard of a Spade prior to buying the boat.

[scoobert]

i just wanted it for when we are docked. it would look pretty. basically this anchor is the same size as our 45# QCR.

[wsmith]

No, it is not stainless but is a good strong anchor with no rust.

[casual]

Like to take a look.In Stuart Ph four eight five five two four two
Dave