Gyn

A gyn is an improvised three-legged lifting device used on sailing ships. It provides more stability than a derrick or sheers, and requires no rigging for support.

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Gyn

A gyn is an improvised three-legged lifting device used on sailing ships. It provides more stability than a derrick or sheers, and requires no rigging for support.

Source: Wikipedia "Gyn" · CC BY-SA 4.0

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