Which obsolete ships Fisher could scrap most easily

Which old armoured cruisers, protected cruisers, ironclads, or sailing ships were easiest for Fisher to justify scrapping?

The oldest third-rate cruisers and ironclads were easiest to remove, while surviving sailing ships often still had accommodation or support uses.

The oldest third-rate cruisers and ironclads are identified as the easiest ships for Fisher to justify breaking up. Few age-of-sail warships remained outside accommodation or similar uses. Those surviving functions distinguish them from ships being assessed principally for their fighting value.