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Equipment - Gooseneck fitting, 20th century

  • Upright conical metal fitting with pivoting arms on top

    Gooseneck fitting on bench, side profile

  • Arms have round ends with drilled holes in centre. The are joined by a plate on an ace.

    Top of gooseneck fitting, from above

  • Fitting is hollow. The surface has discoloured through exposure.

    Gooseneck laying on bench, view from base towards top

  • Upright conical metal fitting with pivoting arms on top
  • Arms have round ends with drilled holes in centre. The are joined by a plate on an ace.
  • Fitting is hollow. The surface has discoloured through exposure.

Historical information

A gooseneck fitting is a connection used between a ship's mast and a spar. It allows the spar to swivel to change its angle. It is a part of a ship's rigging equipment.

Significance

The gooseneck fitting is a simple version of gooseneck fittings used on sailing vessels today.

Physical description

Goose neck, metal. A hollow conical fitting with two round rings joined into the top, one each side, and an axle between them. A swivel joint is around the axle. The joint has a flat ring on each side. The metal has green tarnish on much of its surface.

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