Nautilus Prop configurations

[yankee modelworks]

I've been looking around for some information on SSN-571 Nautilus propellers.

Were they the same type as used on the Skate class ? Did she get 7-bladed props later on in her career ?

John Sheridan
Yankee Modelworks

[tom dougherty]

John,
I have some stuff

John,
I have some stuff at home that I will send you. Specifically, Nautilus in drydock, with what appears to be a shrouded 7 bladed prop.

Tom

[gerwalk]

IIRC the original Nautilus props

IIRC the original Nautilus props are in display at the entrance of the Submarine Force Museum. Were those the ones used during her initial trips including the famous North Pole trip?

[tom dougherty]

Those are the five-bladed props;

Those are the five-bladed props; they could be fitted onto either Nautilus or Seawolf (SSN-575).

[tom dougherty]

John,
Sent you photos of

John,
Sent you photos of the 7 bladed prop & Nautilus in drydock.
Tom

[novagator]

I thought you were talking

I thought you were talking about a different Nautilus.