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Vintage Thomson System Azimuth Nautical Navigation Instrument Circle & Case
About the Item
WWII Era Thomson System Azimuth Instrument and wooden storage / carrying case.
An azimuth circle is a navigation instrument in the form of a brass ring with sights that attaches to the top of a compass to enable the user to take accurate bearings on the sun and terrestrial objects.
Dimensions:
Case - 11.75" x 11.75" x 6.5" / Circle - 10.5" x 1.125" (Width x Depth x Width)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Depth: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1940s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good Overall - Wear to case; tarnish/oxidation to metal; one arm stuck in folded position.
- Seller Location:Dayton, OH
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