Harken Blocks are essential components for sailboats, designed to handle loaded control lines with efficiency and precision. These boat blocks, including small boat blocks and ratchet blocks, come in various configurations to suit different sailing nee
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 2564XL Classic Gloves Full Fingers Extra-Large provide comfort and endurance, featuring double-thick Black Magic® material for grip, soft-drying flexibility, breathable mesh, and secure full-finger coverage with tab lock fastening.
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$ 76.49
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 2564XS Classic Gloves Full Fingers Extra-Small are compact gloves offering precision handling, reliable grip, and comfort, with a double-layer Black Magic® surface, flexible mesh, and secure full-finger design with tab lock closure.
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$ 76.49
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 2564XXL Classic Gloves Full Fingers XXL deliver maximum comfort and exceptional grip for heavy-duty use, combining double-thick Black Magic® material, soft-drying flexibility, ventilated mesh, and secure full-finger tab lock construction.
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$ 76.49
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 001 2.25'' Block With Swivel is a versatile sailing block for small to medium vessels, providing smooth operation, efficient load handling, and compact, lightweight design suitable for quick trimming and release under various conditions.
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$ 100.31
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 002 2.25'' Block With Swivel, Becket offers compact, lightweight performance with a becket for flexible line management, enabling fast trim and release under high or low loads for a variety of small to medium sailing vessels.
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$ 119.79
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 009 - 3'' Ratchet Block Swivel, Starboard features Hexaratchets® that hold loaded sheets securely while allowing precise easing and trimming, with a side switch to engage or disengage the ratchet, making it suitable for spinnaker and jib sheets. Its sheave diameter is 76 mm, length 127 mm, weight 241 g, supports a maximum line diameter of 12 mm, a working load of 340 kg, and a breaking load of 907 kg.
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$ 183.30
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 013 - 2.25'' Cheek Block is a compact and lightweight solution for rapid trimming and release, designed for dinghies, scows, beachcats, iceboats, and small offshore racers or cruisers. It has a sheave diameter of 57 mm, length 83 mm, weight 142 g, maximum line diameter of 12 mm, a working load of 227 kg, and a breaking load of 1134 kg.
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$ 88.77
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 046 - Dinghy 44mm Through-Deck Block with Stainless Steel Cap is designed for dinghies and light-duty control lines, offering smooth and fast trimming in a low-profile, compact design. Its sheave diameter is 44 mm, length 76 mm, weight 113 g, maximum line diameter of 10 mm, a working load of 159 kg, and a breaking load of 907 kg.
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$ 97.06
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 047 - Dinghy 57mm Through-Deck Block with Stainless Steel Cap provides fast trimming and release for dinghies, scows, beachcats, iceboats, and small offshore racers, combining lightweight construction with reliability. It has a sheave diameter of 57 mm, length 89 mm, weight 156 g, maximum line diameter of 12 mm, a working load of 227 kg, and a breaking load of 1134 kg.
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$ 119.43
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 061 - Stanchion Mount Base 25mm attaches blocks to 22 or 25 mm stanchions and pulpits, allowing blocks to swivel and pivot for smooth operation. It weighs 57 g, has a height of 32 mm, supports a working load of 159 kg, and fits blocks like Bullet, Big Bullet, 2.25", and Ratchets.
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$ 79.36
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 062 - Handhold offers a secure grip for hiking crew to reenter boats such as Solings and scows, with practical drain holes for safety. Its dimensions are 146 mm by 89 mm, and it uses 5 FH mm fasteners.
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$ 29.24
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 071NP - Stand Up Spring Large (2 pcs) supports blocks on padeyes, eyestraps, bases, and traveler cars, preventing blocks from hitting the deck during use. Each spring weighs 9.1 g with dimensions 51 mm by 22 mm.
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$ 5.34
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 072 - 5mm Stamped Shackle Stainless Steel Small provides reliable connections for most small boat blocks, ideal for low loads, with a shackle pin diameter of 5 mm, weight 8 g, working load 567 kg, and breaking load 1134 kg.
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$ 10.38
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 073 - Eyestrap Stainless Steel 32mm (100 pcs) serves as light-duty mounting bases for blocks, lash-down points, or fairleads, weighing 4.5 g each with a breaking load of 726 kg and fastener size of 5 mm.
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$ 417.08
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 073 - Eyestrap Stainless Steel 32mm is a versatile accessory for mounting light blocks, lash-down points, or functioning as fairleads, with a weight of 4.5 g, breaking load of 726 kg, and 5 mm fasteners.
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$ 9.81
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 074 - Eyestrap Double Fastener Stainless Steel 38mm with 4 Mounting Points provides a strong attachment for blocks, lash-down points, or fairlead guides, weighing 18 g, with a breaking load of 1814 kg and 6 mm fasteners.
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$ 19.13
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 077 - DN Adapter connects the mainsheet block to the tiller post using a spring and swivel mount with a 071 spring to prevent collisions, weighing 69 g with a 5 mm shackle pin.
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$ 103.91
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 082 - Bullet 29mm Single Sheave Block is lightweight and compact, offering low-friction guidance for control lines with a length of 51 mm, sheave diameter of 29 mm, weight 28 g, maximum line diameter 8 mm, working load 136 kg, and breaking load 907 kg.
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$ 31.40
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 084 - Bullet 29mm Double Sheave Block is a compact, low-friction block with a double sheave for complex line arrangements, measuring 70 mm in length, 29 mm sheave diameter, weight 71 g, shackle pin 5 mm, maximum line diameter 8 mm, working load 181 kg, and breaking load 907 kg.
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$ 85.52
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 087 Bullet 29mm Triple Sheave Block with Becket is built for low-friction, smooth operation, efficiently directing control lines aft, with a compact and lightweight design that supports fast trimming and easy release under varying loads.
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$ 127.73
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What are the key features of a Harken Element Block and how is it used in sailing?
Harken Element Blocks are designed with durability and performance in mind, featuring a combination of aluminum side plates and composite sheaves. These blocks are ideal for a variety of sailing applications, from halyards to control lines. Their bearing system ensures smooth operation under both high and low loads, making them suitable for fast trim and release. Available in various configurations such as single block, fiddle block, and snatch block, they cater to the diverse needs of sailors.
The 16mm Micro Block is perfect for light load applications on small sailboats, while the 75mm Carbo Block is better suited for handling larger loads on bigger boats. Harken’s selection of blocks, including the Element Fiddle and Carbo Fiddle Block, are considered some of the best in the industry, providing reliable performance for both cruising and racing scenarios.
How does a fiddle block differ from a single block in terms of functionality
A fiddle block differs from a single block in that it has two sheaves, allowing it to manage more complex rigging setups and offer greater mechanical advantage. This makes it ideal for applications where precise trimming and efficient release under high or low loads are required. Fiddle blocks, like the 16 mm and bullet blocks in Harken's selection of sailboat blocks, are essential for leading control lines aft and ensuring smooth operation in various sailing conditions.
How does a micro block differ from a standard block in terms of usage on a sailboat?
A micro block differs from a standard block in terms of size and weight, making it ideal for applications where space and weight savings are crucial. Classic blocks, such as those in the selection of Harken blocks, include micro blocks designed for smooth and efficient trim and release under high loads. These compact blocks, like the triple carbo, are made with high-quality materials to ensure durability and performance, making them some of the best blocks available in Harken hardware.