Equipment model; Anchor model

Scale:Unknown. One of a series of models showing the construction process of a Perrin anchor. Made entirely from polished iron/steel, it comprises of a rectangular tapering block of metal with the upper face curved down to a fine edge. Connected to this is a tapering rod, square in section which eventually finishes to a rounded section with a point. This model shows the second stage in a series of seven showing the construction process of the Perrin anchor. See also SLR1995 and SLR2853-SLR2858 for the rest of the set.

Object Details

ID: SLR2853
Collection: Ship models
Type: Equipment model; Anchor model
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Unknown
People: South Kensington Museum
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall model: 15 x 290 x 27 mm