Sea-Dog 316 Stainless Snap Hook | 153008-1
Sea-Dog 316 Stainless Snap Hook | 153008-1 — Product description
Sea-Dog's 316 stainless snap hook is the kind of hardware you clip once and forget about. The spring-loaded interlocking gate snaps shut and stays shut, the oval frame is rated to a 12,000 pound capacity, and 316 stainless shrugs off saltwater. Handy anywhere you need a quick, secure connection on deck.
The Sea-Dog 153008-1 is a 316 stainless steel snap hook with a spring-loaded interlocking gate, and it earns its spot in the deck locker by being the connector you don't have to think about twice. Clip it on, the gate snaps home, and the nose locks into the frame so it can't splay open under a side load. That interlock is the whole point. A plain spring gate can be levered open if a line rolls across it wrong. This one won't.
It's cut from 316 stainless, which is the grade you want anywhere salt spray reaches. Cheaper hardware pits and streaks after a season in the slip. 316 keeps its finish and its strength out in the weather, so this hook holds up whether it's living on an open bow or clipped to a rail that's under water half the day.
The oval frame runs 2-7/8 inches end to end with a 7/16 inch gate opening, and Sea-Dog rates it to a 12,000 pound capacity. That's a lot of hook for the size. It's a genuine utility piece: clip a flag halyard, secure a fender line, hang a fuel jug off the rail, keep a boarding gate latched, or join two lengths of line without tying a knot you'll fight to undo later. The oval shape lets the load settle to the bottom of the frame and pull straight, which is how you get the full rated strength out of it.
One thing worth saying plainly: the 12,000 pound figure is the rated capacity, not an invitation to use this as lifting or overhead rigging gear. For everyday deck duty, docking, and rigging work, it's more than strong enough and then some. If you're not sure it's the right size for your job, the 7/16 inch opening is the number to check against whatever you're clipping to. We're happy to help you size it.
Key Features
- 316 stainless steel construction resists pitting and corrosion in saltwater, so it keeps its finish season after season
- Spring-loaded interlocking gate locks the nose into the frame, so it can't splay open under a side load
- Rated to a 12,000 pound capacity for a big margin on docking, rigging, and general deck duty
- 2-7/8 inch oval frame stays compact while letting the load pull straight to the bottom of the hook
- 7/16 inch gate opening clips onto line, rings, and rail hardware without a fight
- Spring gate snaps shut on its own the moment you let go, so nothing stays open by accident
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Sea-Dog reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Sea-Dog 316 Stainless Steel Interlocking Snap Hook, 2-7/8 Inch |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sea-Dog |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 153008-1 |
| UPC | 035514153034 |
| Material | 316 Stainless Steel |
| Gate Type | Interlocking Spring-Loaded Gate |
| Frame Shape | Oval |
| Gate Opening | 7/16 in |
| Overall Length | 2-7/8 in |
| Load Capacity | 12,000 lb |
Frequently asked questions
What's this snap hook made of?
316 stainless steel. That's the marine grade you want for anything living in salt spray. It resists the pitting and rust streaks that show up on cheaper hardware after a season in the slip.
How does the interlocking gate work?
The spring-loaded gate snaps shut on its own, and the nose locks into the frame instead of just resting against it. That interlock keeps the gate from splaying open if a line rolls across it under a side load, which is the failure a plain spring gate is prone to.
How strong is it?
Sea-Dog rates it to a 12,000 pound capacity. That's the manufacturer's rated figure for deck and rigging duty. It's not certified overhead lifting or life-safety gear, so don't use it for hoisting loads over people.
What size is the gate opening?
7/16 inch. That's the number to check against whatever you're clipping to, whether that's a line, a ring, or a piece of rail hardware.
What are the overall dimensions?
The oval frame runs 2-7/8 inches end to end, so it stays compact enough to live on a bow rail or in the deck locker without taking over.
What do people use it for?
All the everyday clip-and-secure jobs on a boat: flag halyards, fender lines, hanging a fuel jug off the rail, keeping a boarding gate latched, or joining two lengths of line without a knot you'll fight to untie later.
