Carabiners

I never paid much attention to carabiners, but when something works amazingly well you notice.

That is the case for Kong Oval Steel Straight Gate 105 mm carabiners.  Load tested, smooth operation, nice full opening on the straight gate.  Made in Italy.  While it seems silly to pay $10 for a carabiner, I certainly feel like the quality justifies the prices.

I had purchased 4 inch carabiners from Amazon (OWAYOTO) store at 2 for $12, but the finish was not as good, the operation not as smooth and the opening not as large.

I had also purchased Sprookber Stainless Steel Spring Snap Hook Carabiners, but do not like the shape as much.  I very much prefer ovals.

Finally I tested a Beyond Power and a Black Diamond carabiner for Joe Grey.  While they both worked just fine, I still prefer steel to aluminum.  I want something that will bend before it breaks.