I assume that since winches can be under tremendous pressure, that all
suffer the possibility of exploding if pushed beyond their design.

Given that,.... are there known "dangerous" winches and what is the
source of their danger and how can it be determined that improper use is
not the culprit, rather than inherent inadequacy ?

Thank you.
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s/v Mutiny
Rhodes Bounty II
lying Oriental, NC
WDB5619