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Andersen Sailing Winch - making the right choice.

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Andersen winches are a big name in the boating business. Designed and manufactured in Denmark, Andersen Winches have earned a reputation for building high quality, reliable sailing winches that can last a lifetime. 

How do I find the manufacture date and version number of my Andersen Winch?


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Andersen Winches are a big name in the boating business. Designed and manufactured in Denmark, Andersen Winches have earnt a reputation for building first class, high quality winches.

Which Sailing Winch?

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Now that is a tongue twister! However, we have attempted to classify the main different types of winches into a quick, and much simpler, 6 minute read.

Choosing the right winch!

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Choosing a winch can be daunting. The main decision criteria may be size or power Ratio, but Style, Speeds, Material and Grip are also of a consideration. That’s without going into powered options (electric / hydraulic), and then an extensive range of winch handle styles and sizes! Winches are an expensive bit of equipment and an educated choice will save you from unnecessary spend.

Introduction To Winches

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Although the fundamental mechanics of winches have not really changed over the years, there are some innovative features and performance improvements which have appeared in more recent years. Winches are a durable piece of equipment, lasting many years, but it is important to consider if the winches on-board are right for you.

Getting to Grips with Winch Handles!

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A winch handle is just a winch handle - right? It’s true, but when buying a new one, there are a few things you need to consider.

We are constantly reporting on the latest innovations in the marine industry which offer weight savings whilst, at the same time, increasing safety factors. The result: lighter, faster, safer and more exciting sailing.

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