An assembly is provided for raising and lowering, and for firmly securing, a type of anchor known as a "Bruce" anchor. The assembly includes the rear channel shaped section for receiving the shank of the anchor when it is stowed, and for mounting the assembly on the front deck of the boat. The assembly...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US4248171?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US4248171 - Anchor handling and securing assembly