PRESENTED is a beautiful late 19th Century sextant engraved Felix Marlin, Swansea. This name could have been the maker or the sextant could have been made specifically for this gentleman. We were not able to identify Felix Marlin in “Sextants at Greenwich”. publication.

 

The quality of the machining and beautifully crafted bronze frame indicate this instrument was made by an accomplished instrument maker, one who would stand well in his trade. It has been polished and lacquered to emphasize its beauty and importance as a fine example of navigation history.

 

 

CONDITION: The instrument is in excellent condition. The graduated arc, and all its hardware are present. All three bronze legs are original. All shades are in perfect condition with one sighting tube present, and one missing. The index mirror is in very good condition for its age with minor discoloration. The sextant has a beautiful rose wood handle. The brass on the fine wood case has been polished and the case appears to be original to the instrument.

Felis Marlin, Swansea

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MARKINGS: The arc is inscribed Felix Marlin, Swansea, and reads 0 to 120 each ten degrees. The vernier reads from the right from 0 to 10 minutes in two minute increments.

DATING THE INSTRUMENT: The instrument dates late 19th Century, early 20th Century. It’s hard to be more specific without identifying the maker.

DIMENSIONS: 

• Arc reads - 0 to -120
• Length of index arm  9 3/4"
• Width of frame at arc  8 3/4" wide
• Seven shade glasses
• Weight octant   2 Lbs.,  10 1/4 oz.

Details of Sextant

View of the Case

 

SHIPPING & INSURED PACKING by FedEx Ground to the 48 contiguous States, $65.00

OUR UNCONDITIONAL NO NONSENSE GUARANTEE: If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned within five days of receipt in its original packaging if without damage. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization from us for the return is required. Shipping charges are included in this offer within the continental United States if an error is due to our fault.

International Buyers welcome - but inquire first.

STANDARD FORMS OF PAYMENT are Bank wire transfer, cashier's check, money order, or personal check in which case the item will be held until cleared. Our prices are quoted net to us so that the use of credit cards or PayPal incur extra charges. Terms on overseas sales may be different.

This early sextant is a special find for someone who appreciates a rare 19th Century instrument.

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