Types and size of anchors

[SteveGw306]

Can GW 306 canyon davit accommodate danforth anchor? If so what is the largest size danforth I could use.
If not what is the largest size plow anchor that I can use. Is it possible to purchase 300 ft of 1/2 inch line with 20-30 ft of chain already attached or is that a custom make. Thanks Steve

 

[SoLucky]

Most marine supply shops (West, Defender, Jamestown, etc.) sell pre-made anchor rode. 25' - 30' of chain with 250'+ of line are readily available.

As far as what anchor will fit your bow pulpit (not a davit, btw), I can't help you there. But generally, danforth anchors don't sit very nicely in pulpit rollers, since their shank is straight. An anchor with a curved shank like Delta, Rocna, Mantus, Spade, and similar work great on most pulpits/rollers. I suggest you call Grady and see if they will tell you what style of anchor they design the pulpit for and then once you choose the anchor make/style make sure you size it correctly. All anchor makers have sizing charts by length and/or weight of vessel -- look it up before ordering.

Good luck.

 

[SteveGw306]

Most marine supply shops (West, Defender, Jamestown, etc.) sell pre-made anchor rode. 25' - 30' of chain with 250'+ of line are readily available.

As far as what anchor will fit your bow pulpit (not a davit, btw), I can't help you there. But generally, danforth anchors don't sit very nicely in pulpit rollers, since their shank is straight. An anchor with a curved shank like Delta, Rocna, Mantus, Spade, and similar work great on most pulpits/rollers. I suggest you call Grady and see if they will tell you what style of anchor they design the pulpit for and then once you choose the anchor make/style make sure you size it correctly. All anchor makers have sizing charts by length and/or weight of vessel -- look it up before ordering.

Good luck.

 

[SteveGw306]

Terrific!! Thanks for the response!! Great help

 

[SoFLGrady306]

I have a 306 Canyon (Bimini). I use a 25# Mantus anchor. Fits well in the bow roller and locker. I have a Lewmar v700 Vertical windlass with Lewmar 8-plait anchor rope (see below).


The only complaint is that the Mantus anchor probably works too good.

Hope this helps.


LEWMAR (Wholesale Marine 3/2027 - $429)
LEW-HM15HT300PX
Rode: 15' - 1/4" G4 CHAIN
Rope : 300' - 1/2" 8 PLAIT LINE

LEWMAR V700 windlass (WM 3/2017) $839
Model # 11866829
Mfg # 6670011108-312
Gypsy Number: 603
Rope: 12 mm (1/2”) 3 Strand and 8 Plait
Chain: 6mm DIN 766, 6 mm ISO 4565, 7 mm DIN 766, 1/4” ACCO ISO G43 (G4), 1/4” ACCO BBB (3B)

MANTUS ANCHORS
25# Stainless Steel Anchor - $606

Swivel, Stainless Steel, Integrated Shackle, 1/4 to 5/16 Model # 17751140 -$70

Bow Roller Mount, Starboard
Model # 17750993 - $80

 

[everwhom]

secosouthrigging has some great deals on ebay for rode and chain. They are the OEM provider for a lot of boats. I highly recommend 8-plait rode by the way!

 

[Ky Grady]

I run a 17# Mantus M1 with the 1/2" 8 plait rope an 15' 1/4" chain through a Lewmar Profish windlass on my 228.

 

[SoFLGrady306]

I run a 17# Mantus M1 with the 1/2" 8 plait rope an 15' 1/4" chain through a Lewmar Profish windlass on my 228.

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I think I need a smaller anchor.
How do you like that Lewmar profish?

 

[Ky Grady]

On a 306? I would think you would need at least the 17# if not bigger. Profish works great, been happy with my choice.

 

[SteveGw306]

Thanks for all the feedback guys. I really appreciate it. I let you know what GW says and what I ultimately wind up with

 

[Uncle Joe]

I wouldn't trade my plow anchor for anything. Plenty of chain is key also.

 

[nuclear]

On a 306? I would think you would need at least the 17# if not bigger. Profish works great, been happy with my choice.

Profish on my 228 as well, no problems.