Originally Posted by
cargosales
I have obviously led a sheltered life and had never heard of them, so goggled it .. and the results were predictable and worrying in equal measure.
If I tried swinging off my nearest and dearest's "bugger's grips" then I would not be long for this world
Sadly the truly distinguished gentleman concerned is no longer with us, but here's a fine nautical example for your delectation - and of course to preserve you from the wrath of your current next of kin....
https://uboat.net/allies/commanders/83.html
Jack