Harpoon or "Lilly Iron" with swivel piece on the barb

From collection Great Cranberry Island Historical Society Collection

Harpoon or "Lilly Iron" with swivel piece on the barb

Fishing gear, "Lilly Iron" (harpoon) from Wesley Bracy, Jr. with swiveling piece on the barb that folds flat for easy penetration, but opens crosswise for increased grip, thus preventing loss of the fish; Bruce Komusin inserted a wooden boomstick handle and secured it with rope for display purposes.

Details

Metal 
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iron body: 29.5" L x 0.75" W x 0.75" H; toggle: 5.75" W