Positioning an Oarlock - your views?

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I am currently building an armed pinnace (see build log in 'Kits'). I am close to the point of fitting the oarlocks and have a question about the position. According to the plan they should be as this photo (only one oarlock shown) -


This is between the benches, so I don't see how you could effectively use it if you were in a seated position. This leads me to think that the sailors would row in a standing position, facing the direction of travel, and the marines would cram onto the benches. I have trawled the internet and the NMM website but cannot find any illustrations.

I know many members have good libraries which might throw a little light on this question and would welcome your views. Thanks.
 

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