CAL GW-24 RING BUOY USCG APVD. 24 DIAM WHITE

The CAL-JUNE GW-24 is a 24-inch diameter, white ring buoy that is U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved as a Type IV Personal Flotation Device (PFD). 

Description and Features:

The GW-24 life ring is manufactured by Cal-June (also known as Jim-Buoy) and is designed for use in pools, lakes, ponds, and marine environments as an essential safety tool for emergency situations. 

Key features include:

• Material: It is constructed from solid, closed-cell unicellular plastic foam, making it highly buoyant, soft to the touch, and virtually indestructible.
• Durability: The "Sof-Tex" surface is resistant to rot, mildew, weather, and extreme temperatures. It also features a double UV inhibitor to prevent deterioration from sunlight exposure.
• Design: This is a "G-Style" life ring, meaning it comes with integrated white webbing straps securely bonded into the core, which helps with handling and deployment during a rescue.
• Approval and Buoyancy: It is USCG approved under approval number 160.050/50/2. The device provides a minimum buoyant force of 16.5 lbs (some sources specify 24 lbs minimum). 

This specific model is a commercial-quality product suitable for both residential and professional applications. A separate throw line is typically recommended for purchase as it is not included with the buoy itself.