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Solid Brass Full Size
Sextant
This is a the
'real' thing. A finely hand machined solid brass
sextant in hardwood cabinet. Has all the working parts and
mirrors with a precision scale to take fairly accurate
global measurements.
Specs:
Measuring range:
0 - 120 degrees
Accuracy: +/- 15
seconds
Shades: 3 for
index mirror, 3 for horizon mirror. Weight: 3 lbs 2
oz.
Cabinet: Solid
Mahogany with Brass Trim.
(Some are
shipped in Oak cabinets)
The sextant was
invented in stages over a number of years by several people.
Sir
Isaac Newton
(1643-1727),
John Hadley
(1682-1744), and
Thomas Godfrey
(1704-1749).
Measures 10"
wide
Item:
BR48503
Price: $149.95
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