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Originally Posted by John Rogers
Geoff, the coal shovels we used were like the Y you described, they were nicknamed " Banjos"
Firemen and Trimmers both used the same type.
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Thanks John.
Shovels used in firing steam locos here in Oz were also nicknamed 'Banjos' but pretty certain that they had 'T' handles (in Victoria anyway). There were two brackets on the front of the tender upon which to hang the shovel by means of the 'arms of the T handle'.
Geoff (YM)