Barry Heywood lowering a water sampling device
Andrew Bailey - 1960's - Antarcticans Database Project - more

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This contraption is designed to capture a sample of water at a particular depth. Lower it to the required depth, then drop a weight down a connected line which triggers the mechanism whereby a sample is taken and sealed in so as not to mix with surrounding water on the journey back to the surface.

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Photo; © Andrew Bailey