HMS or Pear Shape: Allows for connection of multiple items, and easy use with a Munter Hitch. Screw-Lock: Easy-to-open system. Suitable for harsh environments where dirt, mud, or ice could cause an automatic locking system to jam. Skull and crossbones provides a visual warning when the screwgate carabiner is unlocked. Lightweight Heavy Duty Carabiner: 26kN MBS-Major, 11kN MBS-Minor, and 7kN MBS-Open. Offset Gate: Contains an offset gate design allowing for a large capacity 1” (25mm) gate opening. Made in USA: High Quality product proudly made in the USA. The Rock Exotica Pirate is an HMS, or pear-shaped carabiner, allowing it to accommodate the use of a wide range of gear, webbing or ropes - either for easy use with a Munter hitch, or as a connector for multiple pieces of gear. The Pirate's robust 0.5" diameter round frame will endure abuse from dirty ropes and metal connectors far beyond stamped carabiners with thin edges. The Pirate carabiner is available in three locking systems: automatic, pull-down Triact-Lock that’s more intuitive and natural for your hand than lifting up and away from your palm, manual Screw-Lock, or the Unique Orca-Lock which can pre-stage in the unlocked position for easy opening, but locks automatically when closed.