Under normal circumstances, dismantled parts of a ship are available to the public for sale. Price is oftentimes determined by weight, especially for brass and bronze. Depending on the condition of the wood from a minesweeper, it is not unusual for the material to be used for public use such as school projects, etc.

MINESWEEPERS By Michael Ciaccio In days gone by in ships of wood a sailor did what a sailor could In war or peace they sailed the seas a special breed of men are these In troubled waters or seas o'fair steering a course where no man dares As in the past is true today they boldly sail into harm's way. Oh God protect these valiant men and bring them safely home again To open arms and kisses warm protect these warriors from every harm When faces wrinkle and beards grow grey Minesweep sailors will gather and say Forgive us our faults, forgive us our sins Where the fleet goes, we've already been.

THE NAVY HYMN Eternal Father, strong to save, Whose arm hath bound the restless wave, Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep Its own appointed limits keep; Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee, For those in peril on the sea!