Have you considered the "soft shackles" (shackle loops)? Some people make their own, but you can buy them ($20-$30), too. No metal (or any other hardware) at the clew. Btw. I have also seen the Tylaska spool shackles (the plastic ones) for under $15.
Marek s/v Fennel C&C 24 NSC, Ottawa
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