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Revolutionary War Period Hand Forged Naval Boarding or Grappling Hook

$ 34.31

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Condition: Original, Authentic
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Conflict: Revolutionary War (1775-83)
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    Offered in this 7-day auction is a c.1770-1790 Boarding Hook.  This is a heavy, forged iron grappling or boarding hook with original rope ring.  3-prong hook exhibits nice patina and wear from age and use. During naval combat, hooks like these would be thrown over the decking from one ship to another to stay the rival ship or pull it closer for boarding.
    Measures 10" tall. Ring measures 2 7/8" diameter.  Measures about 4-5" between each hook point.
    Thank you for looking!  No reserve.