Working tool - Cunningham Air Whistle

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US-made brass Cunningham Air Whistle, Size 4, by Cunningham/Doran Co. of Seattle, 25 cm high, 27 cm wide, 20 kg, in excellent structural condition with a natural patina and small traces of original red paint.

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Title: Rare Brass Maritime Whistle "Cunningham" – 20 kg – Seattle, USA
Description:
In an auction, an imposing and authentic nautical whistle (air-pressure siren) produced by the famous Cunningham Whistles - Doran Co. of Seattle. This object is not a reproduction, but a real piece of maritime history weighing about 20 kg, made in solid brass/bronze alloy.
Cunningham whistles are well known in the industry as the "Cadillac" of naval acoustic signaling for their power and build quality.
Manufacturer: Cunningham / Doran Co. (Seattle, USA)
Model: Size 4 (Size 4)
Serial Number: 12958
Technical Data: Designed to operate between 70 and 250 PSI (air or steam).
Condition: Excellent structural condition, with a beautiful patina of age and small traces of original red paint. The identification plate is perfectly legible.
Dimensions: Very massive, perfect as a piece of high-end industrial/maritime décor or for specialized collectors.
A rare piece for its size and state of preservation, ideal to display as is or to be mirror-polished.

Title: Rare Brass Maritime Whistle "Cunningham" – 20 kg – Seattle, USA
Description:
In an auction, an imposing and authentic nautical whistle (air-pressure siren) produced by the famous Cunningham Whistles - Doran Co. of Seattle. This object is not a reproduction, but a real piece of maritime history weighing about 20 kg, made in solid brass/bronze alloy.
Cunningham whistles are well known in the industry as the "Cadillac" of naval acoustic signaling for their power and build quality.
Manufacturer: Cunningham / Doran Co. (Seattle, USA)
Model: Size 4 (Size 4)
Serial Number: 12958
Technical Data: Designed to operate between 70 and 250 PSI (air or steam).
Condition: Excellent structural condition, with a beautiful patina of age and small traces of original red paint. The identification plate is perfectly legible.
Dimensions: Very massive, perfect as a piece of high-end industrial/maritime décor or for specialized collectors.
A rare piece for its size and state of preservation, ideal to display as is or to be mirror-polished.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
20 kg
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
United States
Material
Brass
Height
25 cm
Width
27 cm
Title additional information
Cunningham Air Whistle
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