Why is easier to pull a submerged boat anchor to the surface than it is to lift it into the boat?

It is easier to pull a submerged boat anchor to the surface due to buoyancy. When the anchor is underwater, the water provides an upward force that partially counteracts its weight, making it feel lighter. In contrast, lifting the anchor directly into the boat requires overcoming its full weight without any assistance from buoyancy. Additionally, when pulling it to the surface, the resistance from water is often less than when lifting it vertically against gravity.