References:
The following information is from:
This type of tool was evidently discontinued before the C. Drew & Co. "Marine Tools" catalogue of March 1, 1953 was published.
Navy Pattern Marlin Spikes:
Presumably used for splicing; no details found about the particular purpose of this type of marlin spike.
Caveat:
It is assumed in the listings presented below, that when tools have corresponding descriptions in different C. DREW catalogues, that they will also have the same dimensions and weights. This assumption may not always be correct.
Catalogue listings:
Marlin Spikes: Cast Steel, Spring Tempered. 12" long. Polished. Wt. per dozen: 23 lbs.
Marlin Spikes: Cast Steel, Spring Tempered. 14" long. Polished. Wt. per dozen: 28 lbs.
Marlin Spikes: Cast Steel, Spring Tempered. 16" long. Polished. Wt. per dozen: 42 lbs.
The prices listed above are for historical purposes only; listed items are not being offered for sale.