Petzl Attache (23/7/6)

Petzl
Attache (23/7/6)

Name:Petzl Attache
Sub Item:(23/7/6)
Category:screw lock
Locking Type:manual
Locks:screw
Unlock Style:gate stopped
Sleeve Rotation:720° (unlocked) | 1125° (maximum)
Shape:HMS
Material:aluminum
Profile:round
Nose:keylock
Nose Guard:none
Rivets:domed
Gate Shield:relieved
Weight:77 g
Dimensions:Length: 101 mm
Width: 69 mm
Gate Opening: 22 mm
Strength Ratings:Major Axis: 23 kN | Minor Axis: 7 kN | Gate Open: 6 kN
Other Markings:Stamped: ⒽPETZL-ATTACHE CE0197 | (ratings)
Laser: ATTACHE SL ⒽEN362:2004-Bread07158UF1599
Batch Marking Location:spine-exterior-left
MSRP:$16.00 (2005)
Collection Criteria:★ Personal Favorite
Summary:iconic HMS design
Description & Commentary:

Iconic carabiner with everything you need and nothing you don't. Smooth-running rope thanks to the round stock, an indelible red-is-dead unlocked indicator, snag-free keylock nose and beautiful symmetry.

For a time, Petzl sold the Attache alongside the hot forged Attache 3D. With the release of the hot forged v2 Attache, Petzl discontinued both older models - leading some desperate Attache devotees to approach strangers at climbing sites about purchasing or trading for an under-appreciated v1 model.

Arguably, the only area for complaint is aggressive knurling which quickly abrades painted hardware and may hasten wear on soft goods. (And sure, the weight, but who brings dozens of Attaches on a climb?)