Two six heave

Posted by John murphy on February 08, 2004

" TWO SIX Heave" is supposed to be a nautical term for preparing to pull using a group of men.
Being an Ex sailor I have heared this expresion on many occasions.
I have heard of the origins of this expression but can anyone confirm these.

JM

• Two six heave Ricardo 17/February/04
• Two six heave Bruce Kahl 08/February/04