Double Braid to Chain Splice?

[osteoderm]

I had a chuckle at that! The last time I used polypro (outside of dinghy tow lines) was in just that case: a stern line in a tight Gulf Island anchorage..

[Renoir]

http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/...1&d=1148237656

If the above link works you can view and example of using polyester double-braid to "interface" between chain and three-strand nylon rode. The KONG S/S swivel was chosen to eliminate a shackle between the chain and anchor. That particular swivel can be removed and completely inspected. Most others cannot and, therefore, I cannot have confidence in what might have been going on with the innards.