7x19 is used for wire halyards, not standing rigging. Personally I don't think it has any use on a boat anymore but some might reasonably disagree, but I don't know anyone who would use it for standing rigging.
A bent anything, is definatly compromised. And likely seriously. I don't like to reuse 316 bolts that have been in place for more than a year, I defintly wouldn't reuse a bent piece of critical equipment. any rigger who suggests otherwise I would have doubts about. Either he really doesn't kow, or is afraid to tell you to replace the part because he is concerned about loosing your business, not selling you the right equipment.
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06-07-2012, 10:50 PM
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