GUNNING-PUNT ACCESSORIES 159 
punter the sail may be hoisted or lowered ad libitum. The 
mast may be made of ash, then it can be thin and light. If 
made of soft wood, it should not be less than two inches in 
diameter. Any kind of wood can be employed to form the 
sprit, though if of soft wood it must not be less than one inch 
thick. All fittings, such as the swivel, pulleys, etc., should be 
made of brass or gun-metal. 
We wish to mention several additional accessories to 
gunning craft. We say advisedly ‘‘additional,” with the 
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meaning that many of the articles are not absolute necessities 
in the way of a punting outfit; yet, nevertheless, they may be 
employed in preference or as a supplement to other gear, and, 
under suitable circumstances, be found of valuable service. 
We figure a long paddle. This article is a fine tool in a punt. 
With it a man is able to propel a gunning-punt at a good speed. 
Such a paddle is invaluable for assisting the rower in a double 
punt, when an occasion arises for a smart retreat from a 
“lumpy” quarter, or when encountering opposing wind or 
tide. Although a long paddle may be found of service, it 
must be said that they are rather unwieldy things to stow in 
a punt, owing to their great length. Some punters (double- 
