Harken Performa winches are for racers and cruisers who use high-tech line and dont wish to invest in a carbon winch.They are also work well when smaller winches are called for.

Use on sportboats and performance cruisers 30 to 55 ft. Sandblasted drum with diagonal ribs engineered for halyard and sheeting applications using smaller high-tech racing line.
Use plain-top winches when sails require frequent trimming. This is best handled by two crew one to trim, and one to tail the line.

Composite roller and thrust bearings reduce friction under load
Excellent corrosion resistance; lubrication is not required
Drums with integrated skirt available in aluminum
Load-carrying gears, pins, and pawls are 17-4 PH stainless steel
Snap-fit design keeps bearings captive in a high-strength, Delrin cage