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Winches > Ball Bearing Handles

Harken winch handles are a blend of good looks and smooth efficiency. They are a perfect enhancement to any winch. Harken handles fit international standard handle sockets.

Metal handles feature ball bearing grips for smooth, comfortable operation. A ball bearing grip ensures that your power is transmitted into the winch with the greatest efficiency, with no annoying drag.

Chrome vs Aluminum?

Most configurations are offered in either chromed-bronze or Hardkote-anodized aluminum. Cruising sailors tend to prefer the durability and rich look of a chrome handle. Racing sailors opt for the light, but tough, drop-forged aluminum handles.

Locking vs Plain?

Lock-in handles are easy to insert and release with a conveniently positioned thumb switch. The B8AP and B10AP come without locks. Some racing crews like plain handles because they are easier to insert and are less expensive.

Handle Length

10" (254 mm) handles are the industry standard because they have proven to be the most comfortable length for most sailors. Published power ratios for most winches are based on this handle length. 8" (203 mm) handles are faster because they swing through a smaller circle, but they reduce power by 20%. 8" handles are ideal for smaller boats and for light air where speed is more important than power.

B10CL

Standard handles feature a cap that rotates with the grip to prevent blisters and chafe on the hand All winch handles feature ball bearing grips for more efficient and comfortable operation 10" (254 mm) handles are the industry standard and have proven to be the most comfortable length for most people. Published power ratios for most winches are based on the use of 10" (254 mm) handles Most handle lengths and styles are offered in either chromed bronze or Hardkote-anodized, drop-forged aluminum Plain handles are the economical choice and are preferred by some crews for their ease and speed of insertion 8" (203 mm) handles are faster because the hand swings through a smaller circle, but they reduce power by 20%

B8CL

B8AP

B8AL

B10CL

B10AP

B10AL

B10ADL

Part No.	Description	Length (L)		Height (H)		Rise (R)		Weight
		in	mm	in	mm	in	mm	oz	g
B8CL	Lock-in/chrome	8	203	65/8	168	11/4	32	28	815
B10CL	Lock-in/chrome	10	254	7	178	11/2	38	40	1130
B8AP	No-lock/aluminum	8	203	65/8	168	11/4	32	11	300
B8AL	Lock-in/aluminum	8	203	65/8	168	11/4	32	11	300
B10AP	No-lock/aluminum	10	254	7	178	11/2	38	16	454
B10AL	Lock-in/aluminum	10	254	7	178	11/2	38	16	454
B10ADL	Lock-in/double-grip/aluminum	10	254	111/4	286	11/2	38	23	650

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