Harpoon Gun For Lifesaving

Maker W Greener

Date1853

Object NameLifeline Gun

Mediummetal and wood

ClassificationsMaritime History

DimensionsOverall: Length: 152 cm, Height: 60 cm, Width: 35.8 cm

LocationOn Display - Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Object numberABDMS003111

Keywords

About MeThis harpoon gun would have been used to fire a line attached to a cable or rope to a stricken vessel. Those on board could use the line to escape individually, or possibly take the vessel into tow and safety.

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