Several model boats in the Brussels city museum have a rounded triangular structure attached to the side, as seen here and here, mouseover for highlighting. What is it called, and what is it for?

December 7, 2011 7:59 AM

Several model boats in the Brussels city museum have a rounded triangular structure attached to the side, as seen here and here, mouseover for highlighting. What is it called, and what is it for?
posted by TheophileEscargot to travel & transportation (3 answers total)

It's a Leeboard.
posted by straw at 8:01 AM on December 7, 2011

Seen also on Uncle Willy's boat.
posted by MrMoonPie at 8:02 AM on December 7, 2011

Thanks! That was fast!
posted by TheophileEscargot at 8:06 AM on December 7, 2011