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My boat came with a Benson Windlass that appeared to be original equipment. It died a couple of years ago and since they aren't around anymore I couldn't get parts for it.
I shopped around for a free fall windlass that could also take chain to replace it. I chose the Powerwinch. It was a mistake. It's a poorly made unit that is unreliable in that the rope often jams up or runs off the gypsy. I'm on my second finger and spring in two years. Avoid Powerwinch at all costs.
When I called Powerwinch to get a number for alocal authorized shop to do warranty work they gave me a number. When I spoke with the guy he told me that he would never buy another powerwinch or recommend it to anyone. The company was sold to someone a few years back, and they outsourced their manufacture and assembly to China.
There is a Lewmar on my Uncle's boat that I share with him and use for fishing. It's also a free fall and looks just like the Powerwinch I have, but is much better built and more reliable.