Boatswain, also called bosun, ship's officer responsible for maintenance of the ship and its equipment. Before the Royal Navy was established, the term boatswain was applied to the expert seaman on an English merchant vessel. Each ship had a master, who was proficient in navigation, and a boatswain, who was second in command. The boatswain was responsible for the masts, yards, sails, rigging, anchors, boats, and cordage. The distinctive boatswain’s pipe or whistle was used to issue signals to the crew, and the boatswain typically was assisted by boatswain’s mates.
Materials: Brass & copper, recycled and treated mango wood
Box/Case Dimensions: 16.5 W x 5 D x 4 H cm (Approx)
Product Dimensions: 12.5 W x 2.5 D x 2 H cm (Approx)
Chain Length: 42 cm (Approx)
