You can recognise an Andersen winch from some distance as it looks very different to a traditional winch. These high-quality winches are unique in having stainless steel drums, and this is what makes them so good. Even after years of use they show no oxidation or flaking chrome plating. Yet the overall weight of an Andersen winch is still comparable to an aluminium winch. The self-tailing winches adapt automatically to the rope diameter. There is very little loss of friction with the steel drum and the force used on the handle is transferred directly to the sheet. The Power Rib system ensures that the sheet is held perfectly securely over the drum. Anyone can trim the sail, even in confined spaces.