The Self Colour Forged Bow/Bow Swivel is a heavy duty connection fitting designed to allow rotation under load while maintaining a strong, secure link between components. The bow-to-bow configuration provides a wider internal shape, making it suitable for use with larger shackles, chains or rope assemblies where movement and alignment are critical.
Forged from high strength steel, this swivel is built for demanding marine and industrial environments. The self colour finish gives a raw, untreated surface, commonly used where coatings are not required or where the fitting will be galvanised or coated as part of a larger assembly.
The swivel action prevents twisting in mooring lines, anchor systems and lifting setups, reducing stress on connected components and improving overall system performance. This is particularly important in marine use, where constant movement from tide, wind and vessel motion can quickly introduce unwanted torque into fixed connections.
Available sizes:
13mm, 16mm, 20mm, 22mm
Each size relates to the pin or body diameter and should be matched correctly to the chain, shackle or rope system in use. Undersizing a swivel will create a failure point, so correct selection matters.
Typical uses include:
Mooring and anchoring systems
Chain and rope assemblies requiring rotation
Marine rigging and deck hardware setups
Lifting and recovery operations
General heavy duty connection points
This type of swivel is used to solve a specific problem. If your setup is experiencing twist, binding or uneven loading, a forged bow swivel provides controlled rotation and protects the rest of the system from unnecessary strain.
