Answer: fids

AnswerCrossword Clue
FIDSPins used in separating rope strands.
FIDSPins used in rope splicing: Naut.
FIDSRope-splicing pins.
FIDSNautical pins.
FIDSNautical bars
FIDSTopmast supports
fidsa tapered usually wooden pin used in opening the strands of a rope
fidswooden or metal pin for parting strands of a rope
fidsFID, a square bar used to support the topmast
fidsstout bar used to hold a running bowsprit in its extended position
fidsbar or pin used as a key or toggle
fidsstout bar of wood or metal placed across a lower spar so as to support a higher one