Themed collection - Maritime object - Deep lead with line for shallow waters

Deep Lead with line for shallow waters Deeplead of 10 lbs with leadline on a reel to find waterdepth and type of soil. At equal distances, every fathom, small tarpaulin flags – white, blue, red and leather. Every five fathoms a markline with one, two, three, four or five knots. The bottom of the lead is provided with a hollow to put in some fat. Adhered soil gives an indication of the structure of the seabottom. At the end of the line a wooden handle, useful when ejecting the lead and facilitating the cleaning of the lead in the water. The reel is made of oak. Date: appr. 1900 LD reel: 65x22 cm Signed: not signed Origin: Europe Condition: perfect, working and wear consistent with age and use

Estimación:€110

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