MAH Astrolabe 2 Lenses Vintage Style German Pattern Brass Sextant with Patina Antique for Christmas. C-3030
Brand: MAH

Brass Sextant with Box & Two Lenses This is German Pattern Solid Brass Sextant, Marine Captain Sextant Brass Nautical Sextant A sextant is an instrument used to measure the angle between any two visible objects. Its primary use is to determine the angle between a celestial object and the horizon which is known as the altitude. Making this measurement is known as sighting the object, shooting the object, or taking a sight. The angle, and the time when it was measured, can be used to calculate a position line on a nautical or aeronautical chart. A common use of the sextant is to sight the sun at noon to find one's latitude. This Is Antique Reproduction Solid brass Sextant, can be used for basic observation or suitable for collectors and can be a gift for someone. It comes with highly finish rose wood case. Approximate Size: 12cm x 11cm x 6cm (Sextant) 15cm X 15cm 8.5cm (Box) BRAND-MAH

PRODUCT FEATURE: This absolutely beautiful and functional brass sextant with a antique Brass finish. This Brass Sextant is made from premium quality Brass. This sextant is best In The world to give you precise result that helps you measure the Horizon, Longitude and Latitude.
UTILITY: Mariner, surveyor, nautical collectors, seafarer and enthusiasts and same people will enjoy this navigation instrument solid Large antique brass sextants. As a ideal gift, this navigation sextant device is a gleaming recreation of the classic functionally calibrated sextants.
UNIQUE COLLECTIBLE: Brass sextant are known for as much a work of art and craft as they are known for its functional efficiency, many of which are in preserved in museums and art stores across the globe. Gift this solid antique finish brass sextant instrument with a wooden box to the nautical lover in your life, and enhance your personal vintage collection.
CALIBRATION: Partially calibrated and functional antique finish brass sextant, a navigation instrument work like a original navigational tool. As it is not fully calibrated, therefore it is not recommended for serious navigation.
This absolutely gorgeous solid brass sextant with a rich, Aged Brass finish. This Brass Sextant is made of Brass and the Box is made of seasoned Wood; Best Option on Quality Products. No compromise on quality and Environment.Great table top item for office, home and a unique gift for father, brother, boyfriend, husband, teacher and any navigational or nautical enthusiast.