On board the Type 12 frigate HMS Falmouth (1959) alongside the Swan, Hunter & Wigham Richardson Ltd fitting out berth at Wallsend on the River Tyne between 1 and 25 July 1961. The photographer is in the gland compartment between 62½ and 64 stations on the port side of 4 deck looking to port showing the loose coupling on the shaft. A capacity gauge for the port stern tube lubricating oil storage tank is at the top of the photograph. A vertical format negative.