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Vintage Pocket Compass, English, Terrestrial
This is a vintage pocket transit compass. An English, brass terrestrial or marine navigation instrument, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Superb weight and fascinating details
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Heavy brass case with light natural tarnish shows pleasing golden tones
Glass dial and bright mirror plate in good original order
Hinged lid complete with folding azimuth sight
Clear 60mm (2.25") dial displaying cardinal directions with red accentuated arrow needle
Fully adjustable mechanism with two internal bubble levels, rotation by brass lever to rear
Larger folding sight for observing sunlight with viewing window within the case lid
Needle secured for transit with internal lever mechanism, activating upon lid closure
Engraved table to rear displays the natural sine positions
This is a pleasingly heavy vintage pocket transit compass, with copious details for the enthusiast or collector of navigational instruments. Delivered polished and ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 7.5cm (3'')
Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')
Max Height: 5cm (2'')
Face Diameter: 6cm (2.25'')
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Superb weight and fascinating details
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Heavy brass case with light natural tarnish shows pleasing golden tones
Glass dial and bright mirror plate in good original order
Hinged lid complete with folding azimuth sight
Clear 60mm (2.25") dial displaying cardinal directions with red accentuated arrow needle
Fully adjustable mechanism with two internal bubble levels, rotation by brass lever to rear
Larger folding sight for observing sunlight with viewing window within the case lid
Needle secured for transit with internal lever mechanism, activating upon lid closure
Engraved table to rear displays the natural sine positions
This is a pleasingly heavy vintage pocket transit compass, with copious details for the enthusiast or collector of navigational instruments. Delivered polished and ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 7.5cm (3'')
Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')
Max Height: 5cm (2'')
Face Diameter: 6cm (2.25'')
We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.
We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.
Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.
Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.
Our Ref: 18.7346 Free delivery to most of the. U. K. & fast worldwide shipping
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further information.
Category Nautical Antiques
Date c.1950
1950s Antiques Material Brass
Origin English
Item code as272a4865 / 18.7346
Status Sold
£345.00 
$435.70 
€416.14 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 2/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further information.
View all stock from
London Fine Antiques
Unit 4BCourtlands Trading Estate
Taunton
Somerset
TA2 6NS
Tel : 02071833511
or : 07889 725 975
Non UK callers : +44 2071833511 or +44 7889 725 975
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