L—Centreboard.
Except when under sail the boat was propelled by five oars, and in order to balance the power from this unequal number, oars of different lengths were used.
| G--Harpoon oar | 16 | feet | long |
| H--Bow oar | 17 | “ | “ |
| I--Midship oar | 18 | “ | “ |
| J--Tub oar | 17 | “ | “ |
| K--After or stroke oar | 16 | “ | “ |
Except when under sail the boat was steered by means of an oar over twenty feet long.
The complete equipment of a boat included paddles, harpoons, lances, spades, mast and sail, water and bread kegs, lantern, flares and waifs, and other small gear.
A BOAT ON THE CRANES
The whaleboat was so lightly constructed that had it been allowed to hang by the hoisting tackle or “falls,” there was danger of it “hogging” or breaking its back.
To obviate this “supporters” were provided to sustain part of the weight. These “cranes” were hinged and were swung in when the boats were lowered.
After a boat was hoisted, the tubs were removed in order to further lighten her.