Riddle

My head and the point are made from the same. I am held by what's taken apart from the grain. I am atop of a great ocean beast. My swing will let fire and lead release. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.An axe
B.A nail
C.A harpoon
D.A hammer.
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 7 letters, starting with "A".

Answer

A hammer.

Why this is the answer

A hammer's metal head, its wooden handle from the grain of wood, and its use striking a flintlock atop a ship, the "great ocean beast", describe firing an old cannon or gun.

This riddle is filed under Animal Riddles and rated Hard.

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