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Early American Whaling Harpoon. 

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A double flue or "arctic style"  whaling iron, ca 1830's-40's mounted on a replicated pole in authentic fashion with rope, with the socket served with marlin.    American, found in New Bedford. Length of iron 34 3/4 in.,  oa length  93 1/2 in.   Fair to good condition with some losses to the socket, which is covered by the serving.

Double flue style whaling harpoons are scarce, as the industry began using toggle irons almost exclusively after the mid 19th century. 

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14369 Double Flue Whaling Harpoon
Item# 14369

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