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1917 Waymouth Cooke Naval Rangefinder Sextant

$450
£342.21
€394.72
CA$630.37
A$705.51
CHF 368.38
MX$8,607.21
NOK 4,676.15
SEK 4,437.38
DKK 2,947.56
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About the Item

Naval range finder made by Waymouth-Cooke of London. These were based on the principals of a sextant range finder. They were patented in 1914. The Mark II like this one came out in 1917. The dimensions listed are for the case. This has two small wrenches for adjusting the dial. There is one other rod in the case of an undetermined use, but is original to the set. There is wear to the paint and scratches. There is some spots of oxidation to the dial.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1917
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There is wear to the paint and scratches. There is some spots of oxidation to the dial.
  • Seller Location:
    San Mateo, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU953628576022

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