The different pieces of gear on a fishing boat, including this item, baffles me completely as to what they may be used for. No flying fish in these parts. I suspect given the forecast they won't be out tomorrow.
Thanks to the other photo site I upload to I've received the following:
It is a day shape used to indicate the vessel is trawling. Should only be flown when a trawl is set.
Most fishermen have them welded onto the rigging when the ship is launched and they are still flying when she goes to the breaker's yard!
Thanks to the other photo site I upload to I've received the following:
It is a day shape used to indicate the vessel is trawling. Should only be flown when a trawl is set.
Most fishermen have them welded onto the rigging when the ship is launched and they are still flying when she goes to the breaker's yard!