Excalibur S612 Horizontal Windlass
A lot of pull for the money on boats up to about 40 ft with no room below deck. The lack of a stated warranty is the catch.
Amazon $949.99$949.99
The Excalibur S612 Horizontal Windlass and the Lewmar Pro-Series 700 are evenly matched, rated 3.2 and 3.2. The Excalibur S612 Horizontal Windlass leads on value and pull. The Lewmar Pro-Series 700 wins on features. The Excalibur S612 Horizontal Windlass costs $209.87 less ($949.99 vs $1,159.86).
Lewmar Pro-Series 700
A proven, fast horizontal windlass for power boats from 20 to 38 ft. Worth the premium for owners who value parts support and a three year warranty.
Amazon $1,159.86$1,159.86
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Excalibur S612 Horizontal Windlass for value ($0.79 per lb of pull ($949.99, 1,200 lb) vs $1.66 per lb of pull ($1,159.86, 700 lb)) and pull (1,200 lb maximum pull vs 700 lb maximum pull).
- Choose the Lewmar Pro-Series 700 for features (free fall, stainless deck parts vs stainless deck parts).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every horizontal windlasses anchor windlass; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Excalibur S612 Horizontal Windlass | Lewmar Pro-Series 700 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Pull 20% | 83 1,200 lb maximum pull | 42 700 lb maximum pull |
| Line speed 15% | 50 line speed not published (neutral score used) | 81 105 ft a minute |
| Value 30% | 71 $0.79 per lb of pull ($949.99, 1,200 lb) | 26 $1.66 per lb of pull ($1,159.86, 700 lb) |
| Features 10% | 35 stainless deck parts | 70 free fall, stainless deck parts |
| Warranty 25% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Excalibur S612 Horizontal Windlass | Lewmar Pro-Series 700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Style | Horizontal windlass | Horizontal windlass |
| Maximum pull | 1,200 lb | 700 lb |
| Working load | 400 lb | 175 lb |
| Line speed | - | 105 ft/min |
| Motor | 600 W | 500 W |
| Current draw | 20 A | 35 A |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit | ||
| Boats up to | 40 ft | 38 ft |
| Rode | 1/4 in HT G4 chain and 1/2 in 3 strand rope | 1/4 in G4 chain and 1/2 in rope |
| Free fall | - | Yes |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Stainless deck parts | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 28.7 lb | 19 lb |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |