Here are some pictures of my jib sheet to clew setup. I'm curious as to what others (particulary the expert
) thinks nof it. Keep in mind this is a small, non-racing boat, 16' LOD. I've been using it for three years without any problems but I'm curious as to what others think of it.
First, the clew. I don't know what to call this little piece of line. It has an eye on one end and a large stopper knot or button on the other.
Next, the jib sheet(s). A single piece of line, middled with an Alpine Butterfly.
And finally, the two together. The button is passed through the butterfly and back through the eye.
I've never had it come apart on its own and I like it better than having a shackle of other metal hardware there. I believe my bride prefers it, too, when she decides to sit on the foredeck.