WW2 Handheld Schermuly Line Thrower

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WW2 Handheld Schermuly Line Thrower

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    This is a post or late WW2 era English Schermuly line thrower.  These were used to throw lines ship to ship or throwing rescue lines.  Overall length 20 ft +/-.  The grips are English similar to Webley and other pistols of that era.  The front handle arm is marked Schermuly date # 503324.  The earlier models had a brass frame, later WW2 were metal.  Non firearm.  An item for the gun and marine collector.  This piece can be improved with extra cleaning or paint.