Description: Binnacle Compass by Wilcox Crittenden, Middletown, Connecticut dated June 16, 1930. This wet card compass features block numbers and lettering on 3 of 4 cardinal points, with a fleur-de-lis type accent on the Northern cardinal point. This brass compass is encased in a scarce slant-front mahogany box, with an ovular viewing window on the hinged top (ship-lapped constructed box). The boxes back side shows a port for lighting to be attached, which would allow instrument use at night (lighting/chording not included). Complete original, with dated sticker of sale. Straight crack on compass glass. Handlebar missing. Front left of case shows wear. Please see photos. Sold as is. Weight: 11 lbs. 6 oz. Dimensions: 9.00" x 9.50" x 10.25"
Price: 750 USD
Location: Mary Esther, Florida
End Time: 2023-12-09T23:31:23.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Primary Material: Brass, Glass, Wood
Country/Region of Origin: United States
Military Branch: US Navy
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Features: Binnacle, Handmade, With Case
Time Period, War: WWI
Maker: Wilcox, Crittenden & Co.
