A method and apparatus is provided for adjusting a latch. An apparatus comprises a latch body, a first member, and a second member associated with the latch body. A receiving area extends through at least a portion of the latch body. The first member is configured to be at least partially received within the receiving area of the latch body. The first member has a first coupling element. The second member has a second coupling element. Movement of the first member along an axis through the receiving area changes a distance between the first coupling element and the second coupling element.

A method and apparatus is provided for adjusting a latch. An apparatus comprises a latch body, a first member, and a second member associated with the latch body. A receiving area extends through at least a portion of the latch body. The first member is configured to be at least partially received within the receiving area of the latch body. The first member has a first coupling element. The second member has a second coupling element. Movement of the first member along an axis through the receiving area changes a distance between the first coupling element and the second coupling element.

A lockable safety turnbuckle with a tensioning/compressing device is subjected to an axial tension/compression force to bind, moor, or connect two objects. The device has locking sleeves that allow the device to be unlocked, set, and locked to a desired tension/compression simultaneously. Unlocking the device increases its ability to handle non-axial or lateral loads when binding, mooring, or connecting objects. Locking sleeves not only lock the device from turning, but additionally provide support, stiffness, and stability that bridge the gap between the device's body and the rod ends. This, in turn, allows the turnbuckle to handle increased non-axial, radial or lateral loads. The turnbuckle resists bending or buckling due to the presence of lateral loads, and is safer and more reliable in operation than conventional designs.