Hms Pincher Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms pincher Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 2.535 N,6 7.556 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.042250
  • Longitude: -6.125933
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS PINCHER
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 83.8 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 975
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 24, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details 29.7.18 POSN 500230N 060730W ON SEVEN STONES. (FALMOUTH AP REPORT M012717). BROKEN TO PIECES. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 20.10.81 REQUEST MADE BY MR M G MACE, OF BRYHER, FOR PERMISSION TO LOCATE AND CARRY OUT SALVAGE OPS. (NCS 111/1896, 14.10.81). 3.9.01 AMENDED DEAD. SEE [16008]. NCA. SEP 2016/000143596 16.11.2016 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY. (MMT, HI1470). CONFIRMED DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 2016

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED OFF SCILLY ISLES ON SEVEN STONES. 13 LIVES LOST. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS PINCHER wreck located?

The HMS PINCHER wreck is located at coordinates 50 2.535 N,6 7.556 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS PINCHER?

The seabed around the HMS PINCHER lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the HMS PINCHER sink?

The HMS PINCHER sank on Jul 24, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HMS PINCHER discovered?

The wreck of the HMS PINCHER was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HMS PINCHER belong to?

The HMS PINCHER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS PINCHER?

The HMS PINCHER had a tonnage of 975 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS PINCHER?

The HMS PINCHER is classified as a destroyer.