Bulldog Winch 3/8in Rope Shackle 26K BS. A rope shackle is a specialized shackle that is used to connect one rope to another within a sling usually a winch. A rope shackle is a looped rope that has been tied to another rope usually in a winch for safety purposes. A shackle is a sling that has been tied to an anchor point or a stake. A shackle is a looped rope that has one end that is doubled over and then tied again so that the rope is the same thickness and weight at both ends. A shackle is a looped rope that has one end that is doubled over and then tied again so that the rope is the same thickness throughout. A shackle is a shackle that has one end looped and knotted. A sling is a looped rope that has one end tied over and then tied again so that the rope is the same thickness at both ends. A shackle is a shackle that has one end looped and knotted. A shackle is a shackle that has been tied at one end to another rope so that the rope is not bunched together. First the rope is looped on one end and then tied to the anchor point. Next the rope is wrapped around the anchor point and secured by a sleeve. The sleeve protects the rope from the elements as well as any obstacles that could cause havoc to the rope. Last the sleeve is designed to be woven into the rope to further protect the rope and sleeve. Only the rope shackle is used. Specifications for Bulldog Winch 3/8in Rope Shackle: Manufacturer: Bulldog Winch Application: Car Diameter: 3/8 in Color: Yellow Rope Diameter: 9.5 mm Features of Bulldog Winch 3/8in Rope Shackle High strength HMPE rope - same material as synthetic winch line Looped on one end and knotted on the other 5in Diameter Loop High visibility yellow color Flexible and easily wraps around anchor points Protective sleeve Package Contents: Bulldog Winch 3/8in Rope Shackle Bulldog Winch 20310: 3/8in Rope Shackle 26K BS