Mike,

That is the lower attachment for the inverted Danforth style anchor that hangs from the bow pulpit rail. The fastpin goes through the slot in the shank and the chain hangs down.

See http://rhodes22.org/pics/rumrnr.jpg

Mike
s/v Wind Lass ('91)
Nissequogue River, NY
I’d rather be sailing :~)

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Subject: [Rhodes22-list] What is this part for?

This is on my bow—not sure what it is intended for. 
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