This shackle has a unique plastic thimble on the head of the shackle to allow a splice to be added and cradles the bead of the line to reduce chafing.  Wichard has many different shackles that they carry but we feel that  #1494 and #1495 are truly the best shackles on the market  for the price.

Wichard Thimble Shackle  with Captive Pin

1494             0 to 30'          2,200 lb          6,600 lb       .2 oz

1495           30' to 40'         3,350 lb        11,020 lb       .3 oz