Tribrach

Description

Cylindrical brass sextant in leather case. The sextand has pull out eyepieces, silvered scale and vernier magnifier on a hinged arm. The brass cover screws onto the base as a handle. The leather case is embossed with a flower on both sides. The case has an attached cover which fastens with a strap. The inside of the case is lined with purple velvet like material. Maker's mark on sextand, embossed stamp on case.

Description

The Cross-Staff was used at sea from the beginning of the 16th century until the first half of the 18th century. It was used to measure the sun's altitude, especially at the meridian passage. With the knowledge of the sun's declination, the mariner could then obtain his latitude. The staff is original, with the inscription. The cross pieces are replicas. Different cross pieces were used depending on the altitude. A different scale is on each side of the staff.

Description

Vernier Transit Theodolite German Pattern 10 Sec. Accuracy All Metal Body erect image, coated lens High Range Imported with Powder Coated Colured Deluxe Folding Telescopic Tripod in Cartying case complete with all standard accessories.

Description

Size 178 mm /7 Internal focusing, anti reflection coated optics with tilting arrangement and Fitted with revolving horizontal circle graduated to read 6 minutes with vernier and a provision to preset zero degree quickly. The tilting drum is graduated to read 1 : 5000 is incorporated for fine adjustment and accuracy. Supplied with accessories and adjusting tools Packed in PVC Plastic box with Aluminium telescopic stand in carrying canvas cover.