A handle (1) for a sheet windlass, where the handle is of the type having a first part (2) adapted for engaging the windlass, a torque transmitting part arranged largely perpendicularly to an axis of symmetry (4) of the first part (2) and a grip arranged with its longitudinal axis in parallel with the axis of symmetry (4) of the first part (2), where a releasable locking means is arranged in the first part (2), the locking means adapted to retain the handle in engagement with the sheet windlass, wherein the first part (2) has a hole (13) in a central part arranged coaxially with the axis of symmetry (4), and that an L-shaped locking member (10) is provided in the hole (13).