Hi, Jonathan,
I think this is the version I used to sing many years ago. I must say I could never figure out how it ever could have been sung aboard as a shanty.

Thanks, Gibb,
I've seen the link on the other thread now.

I wasn't questioning Masefield's sea experiences, only calling him a 'shantyman'! Surely someone with so little experience would not have been allowed to take on this prestigious role.