"Joe" wrote in news:1172632812.103856.62690
@m58g2000cwm.googlegroups.com:

Off chance?
You are correct Otmb. All around white maneuvering light. Used in
crowded harbors where it may not be clear who's signaling.

Joe



Actually, it's use would be good offshore as well as in crowded harbors.
For instance due to seperation distance, closed up wheelhouse, weather,
etc., you may not readily hear the signal...

otn