Hole in foredeck

[Munkey]

Does anybody know what the 4" hole in the foredeck next to the mast is for?
Its really bugging me not knowing. 
Cheers
Mark

[Chadders]

Probably used for a compass once upon a time.

[Antony (Guest)]

Something like this:
http://www.pinbax.com/index.asp?selection=detailed&uid=34861&cg=8&mc=104&cct=&sc=456
I never understood how they were easy to use/read but they were at least part of the all in weight of the boat whereas some of us had them on the mast for a while (before it was weighed).
Antony

[Munkey]

Cool thank you both. That makes sense.