Manson Galvanized Supreme Anchor

I've only had the thing for a month now and used it only once. I've anchored perhaps a thousand times in my cruising life. I think I know a bit about the subject. I did some research before getting this 45# Manson to replace my 44# Bruce claw. It fits well on my bow roller. It sets well and holds as expected. I don't know how well it will do in weed. The only thing I don't like about it is the shank. It's a flat-plate and looks to me like it could bend under a modest side-load. It has a tendency to fall off the roller if it is retrieved initially upside-down. This was not unexpected and I can fix that by putting a bale over the end of the roller. No points taken off for that.

This is the updated review of the product. I received the anchor on time, Upon inspection I found this 10 pound Manson anchor to be of very good quality and design. The workmanship is very good and should preform as advertised. I have not given it five stars because I haven't used it yet, But when I do I will update the review. However I have no doubts it will preform flawlessly. The prior anchor I received was one that I think was used, damaged and repaired badly. I think that someone ordered a new one and returned the one I received in its' original packing. It was restocked as new without being discovered. This is the update on the performance of the anchor: The anchor preformed perfectly when used in sand, rock, mud or mixed bottom types. I have anchored in inlets with 3 knot tide waters and in over 120 ft of water with 4 foot + seas in my 21ft boat and the anchor did not move. I also want to state that the design makes it easy to retrieve. You can't go wrong with this on your boat!

We've owned many styles of anchors and nothing beats the Manson Supreme. Anytime we sell a boat, we allow the Manson to go with it, then purchase the proper size for our new boat. The attached picture shows 5 boats and we are all hanging on the one Manson Supreme. Sets in all bottoms. You can feel when it sets, which takes only a few moments. Never will own another type of primary anchor again.

This is a great anchor. Our first one was with us for a decade sailing between Maine and the Keys and Bahamas. My only complaint is with the quality of galvanizing. The reason I replaced it was the amount of rust even with cleaning and spraying occasionally with instant Galvanized. I hope that this new one has higher quality in that department.

It holds really well in sand. I like it.

by far the best anchore i have dropped in the ocean hold great sets fast and holds like no other.. well worth the price. as always shop for the best deal

Reliable. Sets quickly, resets quickly, usually no more than the anchors length. Happy in mud, sand, grass. Best anchor we have ever had. Rode out hurricane Joaquin (25 miles west of the eye) anchor didn’t budge in sustained winds of 85 knots. We used this anchor as our main and storm anchor. 45lb Manson, 175 ft chain, 150 ft of Sampson Braid, 35 ft 3/8 three strand snubber. We average 5:1-7:1 anchor rode ratio. No swivel necessary. 34 ft pacific seacraft(16,000 lb). Cruised from Texas to George Town Bahamas, then back to Pensacola. LOVE this anchor. Just bought a trawler, back to buy another Manson Supreme. Picture is of West Bay anchorage, New Providence , Bahamas.

i have a fortress anchor which i love, and once i tried this anchor, it sets almost instantly in grass, sand, mud. The only thing I have noticed is the slight rust starting after two years, indicating the galvanizing may need to be addressed. other than that, a great anchor, fast setting and strong holding.