Ships Engine Order Telegraph Nautical Collectible

A one-of-a-kind important and historical aeronautical achievement presentation in the form of a lamp. Engraved on what appears to be a brass mortar shell. Presented by the Japanese government to Arthur Smith in 1916. Arthur Smith was a famous American airplane pilot during the early 20th century. Measures 28.5 inches to top of finial. This lamp was presented by the Japanese government to Arthur Smith in 1916. Aerial exhibitionist Art Smith barnstorming Japan in 1916, 1917. A 10 year old, Honda Mamamatsucho, pedaling a borrowed bicycle over 10 miles to witness the event. Honda would later cite the experience as one of the most impressive things he"d ever seen which cemented his interest in mechanical objects and motorized vehicles that years later led to the creation of the eponymous company bearing his name. SOURCE: HONDA MOTOR COMPANY ARTHUR R. SMITH 1890-1926 Was Fort Wayne Indiana's "Bird Boy." He was a pioneer of aviation, a creative thinker, and a hard worker whose self-confidence and faith brought the thrill of flight to legions of people across the U.S. and Japan. Just two years after the Wright Brothers flight at Kitty Hawk...

A mechanical wind-up tin lithograph toy car by Marx Toys. "Jalopy" Circa. 1940's. Excellent original working condition. Includes original box.

Ships bridge telegraph with highly polished brass head and printed iron base top of unit has brass plates from Donkin and Company, New Castle on the TYNE, rings well. Ships commands ...

Art deco style ships telegraph by English maker Chadburns. Twin face design with 2 handles. The faceplates display forward and astern commands dead slow, half and full. There is an a...