Product Description
8 inch Marine Captain Sextant Antique Reproduction, 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 Size:- Approx. 19.5cm - L x 21.5cm - W x 11cm - H (Sextant) 22cm - L x 22cm - W x 13cm - H (Box) BRAND-MAH
Features
- ⚓ Maritime Heritage Replica – Inspired by 19th-century Royal Navy instruments, this large 8-inch brass sextant revives the golden age of navigation with stunning handcrafted detailing and authentic design.
- 🚢 Dual-Tone Brass Craftsmanship – Combines antique brass with silver-polished telescope barrels and fittings for a distinct museum-grade finish worthy of any captain’s desk or collector’s gallery.
- 🌊 Includes Main Scope + Two Extra Telescopes – Features one engraved “MARINE SEXTANT” sighting scope and two auxiliary plain telescopes mounted on a solid brass frame — enhancing authentic Royal Navy-inspired detailing and display appeal.
- 🎁 Timeless Gift of Exploration – An extraordinary gift for Father’s Day, Graduation, Retirement or Anniversary — celebrating courage, guidance and the spirit of discovery.
- ✨ Collector’s Heirloom Piece – A showpiece that reflects refined taste and historical passion — handcrafted to be admired for years as a heritage centerpiece in your treasury.
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