Take the Wheel, Mate! This timbered wheel is made in the time-honoured way, from arc-shaped sections of wood laid up in overlaps around turned spokes to form a circle.  The cast brass centre bosses are individually tested for stress faults before assembly.  Straight-bored for a keyway fitting.  Measurements are top to tip.

Full-size vernier sextants were, in skilled hands, instruments of great accuracy, practicality and beauty - a joy to own and use, but also essential to the safety of the ship. Our replica is dedicated to Royal Navy Captain John Campbell, who developed the instrument in 1757. Crucially his invention appeared at about the same time as the first accurate, portable chronometers - and the combination of the two transformed navigation from guesswork to science, saving countless lives at sea. This importance gave rise to the air of mystique which surrounds the instrument and its use, even in today's age of electronic wizardry. This quarter-size version is an irresistible "must-have" for the desks of instrument collectors and nautical enthusiasts. Sextant measures 4x4.5", box 5" square.

Our wooden-boxed brass sundial is a completely self-contained portable instrument, inspired by a design from the 18th century instrument maker Peter Dollond, founder of a great optical empire. The original is in the London Science Museum. Instruments like this were once used by explorers and navigators to tell the time anywhere in the world. For this to be possible, the gnomon, which casts the shadow, can be set for latitude on a sliding scale and the whole instrument oriented for direction by means of a magnetic compass in the base. A spirit level and height adjustable legs ensure that the instrument is used upright.
Box measures 11x10x4".

Made from spun brass, these popular favourites are good quality, functioning instruments, for mounting direct on your wall/bulkhead or as great-value mounted sets. Outside diameter 4.5", depth 1.5". Clocks use one AA battery.

Our Italian-made globes are modelled on originals from the 17th century, when the shape, content and even existence of lands beyond Europe were matters for conjecture and debate. They include delightful images of legendary sea monsters, landmarks and foreign peoples, illustrating just how little was actually known and why sailors had so many misgivings about embarking on voyages of discovery. The segments are hand-applied and varnish-antiqued for an authentic look. Please Note: mid-1600's positioning of countries and even whole continents was not accurate, so these globes are not to be used for navigation! BRASS PEDESTAL GLOBES - are waxed rather than varnished, so have a slightly different finish to the other globes we offer. WOOD PEDESTAL GLOBES - are mounted on decorative mahogany-stained pedestals.

4372  £24.95 - height 160mm - Brass Pedestal

Cradled globe as used in the 17th Century, they are waxed to give an antiqued effect and decorated with sea monsters and signs of the Zodiac. Measures 9" high - diameter of globe 4".

Our Italian-made globes are modelled on originals from the 17th century, when the shape, content and even existence of lands beyond Europe were matters for conjecture and debate. They include delightful images of legendary sea monsters, landmarks and foreign peoples, illustrating just how little was actually known and why sailors had so many misgivings about embarking on voyages of discovery. The segments are hand-applied and varnish-antiqued for an authentic look. Please Note: mid-1600's positioning of countries and even whole continents was not accurate, so these globes are not to be used for navigation!  WOOD PEDESTAL GLOBES - are mounted on decorative mahogany-stained pedestals.  4367  £49.00 - height 320mm - Wood Pedestal

Reassembled from sea-battered cork, some up to 80years old, collected from Cornish Beaches, and threaded together with old rope (no two are the same).

The hurricane lamp has long been popular with seafarers, for its robust construction, steady flame and excellent safety features. They make excellent camping lights, providing welcome security and comfort on the darkest of nights. Until recently however, there was a problem - the tin plate construction was prone to rapid corrosion in the salty marine environment. To counteract this, we have produced a solid brass version, making it suitable for use above and below decks.

380mm tall without hanging loop x 210mm wide.  Oil capacity 770ml, burns for approximately 26 hours.

In a darkened room, Star Theatre projects hundreds of stars/constellations onto the walls and ceiling, with names, to help learn the secrets of the night sky. It can also be adjusted to show a specific date and time. The "Meteor Maker" can project streaking comets and meteors overhead. Includes an audio tour of the night sky on CD and an activity book. For ages 6 up, but great for old boys too! Measures 10x6.5x8.5". Uses 5 AAA batteries.

With hinged glass scuttle and securing clamps, this solid brass ashtray shuts tight to trap unpleasant fumes inside. 4.25" diameter.

4416 Brass and copper Wheel ashtray.  Diameter 135mm. height 40mm. weight 360g.

Armillary spheres were developed to aid scientific debate, with Earth representing the centre of the Universe in those made according to the Ptolemaic system, and with the sun as centre in the later Copernican model. This replica the 16^th century Ptolemaic version so the central body represents the Earth, with the rings around it defining the firmament, or the sphere upon which the fixed planets and stars reside.  The band going around the sphere, at an angle to the equator, represents the Zodiac, along which the twelve star signs are represented by the appropriate symbols.  The line running along the middle of this band defines the ecliptic (path followed by the sun). Mahogany –stained base and pedestal, with non tarnishing brass effect metalwork, a stunning display piece for the library or study.  250mm tall - 10", 110mm diameter 4.5".

Ornamental diving helmets, made from solid brass and copper, recall the days when the pioneers of diving struggled on the ocean bed in equipment heavier than themselves. Miniature version, less detailed.  165mm - 7" high.