Common uses of the sextant include sighting the sun at solar noon or Polaris at night. between objects for a position on a chart. Marine Collectible Antique Sextant. BRASS SEXTANT : approx (13cm x 12cm x 4cm).
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Vintage Brass Pocket Drum / Box Sextant, Navigation, Maritime, Nautical Collectable A decorative reproduction representation of a period pocket box / drum sextant Brass 7.5cm diameter x 4xm approx Some superficial wear and tarnishing.
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The piece is designed to fold up into a military pocket.
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Kelvin and Hughes 1917 sextant in wooden box. From my late father in laws Estate.
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This is a miniature sextant, similar to bigger models but lighter and easier to carry. The circular base acts as a lid too: before storing the sextant into its case, it has to be put over the item to protect it.
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Material: Brass. This is a Reproduction Item, Not Sold As Antique. Work is Hand Made.
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Nautical collectors, enthusiasts, and seafarer alike will love this stunning solid brass sextants. As a perfect gift, this sextant for sale is a gleaming recreation of the classic antique sextants that have guided sailors since the 1700s.
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