Experienced old sailor ( Informal ) (3,3)

I believe the answer is:

sea dog

(Other definitions for sea dog that I've seen before include "Experienced sailor (colloq.)" , "mythical creature" , "An old sailor of canine origin" , "Old or experienced sailor" , "Experienced mariner" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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