Fluke/Danforth Boat Anchor Kit with Chain, Rope & Shackles (5–13 lb)

Reviews

1. M Mister-C 4/5

   Well-equipped kit with clear specs; differs from original Danforth

   I ordered the 10 lb version, which shipped with roughly 101 ft of 5/16" rode, a 10 ft galvanized chain section, pinned shackles and a red/white marker float. Measured stock width is about 14", fluke height near 10", and crown-plus-shank around 20.6". It performs well, though some dimensions differ from vintage Danforth originals.

2. C Christopher 5/5

   Functional, properly sized kit using sound materials

   This is a practical fluke anchor kit for our daughter’s 18' I/O boat. The set included a 10 lb galvanized fluke anchor, 6.5 ft of 5/16" chain and 100 ft of 5/16" double-braid nylon — roughly 106.5 ft of rode in total. The anchor is fabricated galvanized steel rather than painted cast iron, which feels more durable.

3. D Devin 5/5

   Chain does the heavy lifting — secure the shackle pins

   Chain keeps the pull low so flukes bury instead of tripping out; that’s why a good length of chain matters more than anchor weight alone. Match chain length to boat size and use adequate scope (7:1 recommended) for best holding. Crimp or wire the shackle pins so they can’t back out; the hot-dip galvanizing should outlast cheaper coatings.

4. S Seeratlas 5/5

   Use within limits — consider bottom type and tidal swings

   This is a full kit and works well where bottoms are sandy or muddy. If you’ll anchor on rock or in areas with reversing tidal flow, be cautious: Danforth-style anchors rely on a proper set and may not reset well after large swings, which can leave you dragging or adrift if unattended.

5. B Bob K 5/5

   Smart design — but I'd prefer stainless chain

   As a diver who’s retrieved many lost anchors, I appreciate the chain between rope and anchor; it prevents chafing that can sever a line. This kit’s chain is galvanized, not stainless, so the coating can wear off and allow rust if it scrapes rocks or itself. Also double‑check your attachment practices so you don’t accidentally leave it behind.

6. R Rosemary 5/5

   Solid anchor and decent chain length

   I bought the 10 lb kit for a 15' tri-hull and preferred extra holding over marginal sizing. Nearly all of the metal is galvanized; only a few small parts like shackle nuts and the rope eye are different metals. I haven't run it in saltwater yet, but overall build quality looks good. The included buoy is plastic instead of foam.

7. R Richard S. 5/5

   Great value — complete, ready-to-use anchoring kit

   This kit proved dependable on my 16' broad-beam craft. The 10 lb fluke set bites quickly into sand and mud, and hot-dip galvanizing looks substantial. Chain, shackles and the thick nylon rope all feel solid, and the float and preassembly mean there’s nothing extra to buy.

8. M markm 5/5

   Sturdy 5 lb fluke set — a bit overbuilt for kayaks

   The 5 lb kit comes with about 6 ft of chain and 75 ft of 5/8" rope and is very solid. For my kayak it’s probably heavier than needed, but I’ll keep it as a reliable backup when conditions are rough. With small boats there’s a tradeoff between holding power and ease of retrieval; this leans toward strong holding.