Boat Buckle G2 Stainless Steel Retractable Bow Tie-Down, 43 Inch Webbing, 1,500 lb Break Strength

The Boat Buckle G2 Retractable Bow Tie-Down is a self-retracting ratcheting tie-down strap built to secure a boat's bow to the trailer during towing. It is the only automatically retractable ratcheting tie-down in its category, so once the boat is loaded the strap winds itself in rather than leaving loose webbing hanging or dragging on the ground. The tie-down is built from stainless steel for durability in brackish or saltwater environments, making it suited to boats that see regular exposure to marine air and spray.

Installation uses a one-bolt, permanent mounting method, and the bracket is designed with an anti-corrosive, angle-adaptive mount so it can adjust to the pull angle between the boat and the trailer frame. The webbing itself is two-inch-wide polyester, similar in style to a seat belt, and extends up to 43 inches. Each unit is rated to a break strength of 1,500 pounds and a safe working load of 500 pounds, giving a clear margin between everyday use and failure point. Beyond securing the bow to a trailer, this style of tie-down is also commonly used at the gunwale or transom, for chaining or cabling a trailer to a tow vehicle, or for strapping down gear below deck so it does not shift while underway.

Specifications

• Brand: Boat Buckle
• Manufacturer Part Number: F14393
• Product Name: BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Bow Tie-Down
• Material: Stainless steel hardware with polyester webbing
• Webbing Width: 2 inches
• Length: Up to 43 inches
• Break Strength: 1,500 lbs per unit
• Safe Working Load (SWL): 500 lbs per unit
• Retraction: Self-retracting webbing
• Installation: One-bolt, permanent mount
• Mounting Design: Angle-adaptive bracket
• Weight: 2.78 pounds
• UPC: 079111143937

Fitment

Universal fit for boat trailers; not limited to a specific make, model, or engine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Boat Buckle G2 Retractable Bow Tie-Down used for? It secures a boat's bow to the trailer during towing, and this style of tie-down can also be used at the gunwale or transom, for chaining or cabling a trailer to a tow vehicle, or for strapping down gear below deck so it does not shift while underway.

How long is the webbing on part number F14393? The BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Bow Tie-Down has webbing that extends up to 43 inches and is 2 inches wide.

What is the break strength and safe working load? Each F14393 tie-down has a break strength of 1,500 pounds and a safe working load (SWL) of 500 pounds.

Does the strap retract automatically? Yes, the BoatBuckle G2 Bow Tie-Down is self-retracting, winding the webbing back in automatically so there is no loose strap to manage after tightening.

What material is the F14393 tie-down made from? This tie-down is made with stainless steel hardware and two-inch-wide polyester webbing, similar in construction to a seat belt.

How is the Boat Buckle G2 Bow Tie-Down installed? It installs with a single bolt for a permanent mount, and the bracket uses an angle-adaptive design that adjusts to the pull angle between the boat and trailer.

Is this tie-down suited for saltwater use? Yes, the stainless steel construction of the BoatBuckle G2 (F14393) is built for anti-corrosive performance in brackish or saltwater environments.

How much does the F14393 tie-down weigh? The Boat Buckle G2 Retractable Bow Tie-Down weighs 2.78 pounds.

Can this be used for gear tie-down below deck instead of the bow? Yes, in addition to bow-to-trailer duty, the F14393 tie-down can be used to secure gear below deck to prevent it from shifting while underway.

What is included with part number F14393? The BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Bow Tie-Down (F14393) is a single retractable ratcheting tie-down unit with its mounting bracket and hardware for one-bolt installation.

Is the automatic retraction feature unique to this tie-down? The BoatBuckle G2 Bow Tie-Down is described as the only automatically retractable ratcheting tie-down in its category, distinguishing it from standard non-retracting ratchet straps.