Maritime object - Thos.Walker&Son Ltd - Lacquered brass- nautical ship's instrument
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Original Walker’s TRIDENT Electric Log by Thos. Walker & Son Ltd, Birmingham, England, dating to ca. 1940–1950, with a heavy brass housing and glass, overall length about 23 cm, housing diameter 16 cm and depth 7 cm, weight 5 kg, in good used condition with typical patina.
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Originals Walker’s “TRIDENT” Electric Log by the renowned firm Thos. Walker & Son Ltd., Birmingham, England.
This is a historical nautical navigation instrument for measuring the distance covered at sea (nautical miles). Such instruments were used on merchant and seafaring ships and today are among the coveted collectibles of maritime technology history.
The instrument features an enamelled original dial with the inscription:
* Walker’s “TRIDENT” Electric Log
* Thos. Walker & Son Ltd.
* Birmingham, England
* Made in England
Inside there is the original mechanically-electrical counting mechanism with coil and gear system. The massive housing is made of heavy brass and shows the patina typical for its age.
Condition
* Original condition
* Enamel dial well preserved
* Original glass present
* Original inner mechanism present
* Signs of age and use
* Patina and oxidation traces on the brass
* Function not tested
* Sold as a collector’s item
Dimensions
* Total length: approx. 23 cm
* Case diameter: approx. 16 cm
* Depth: approx. 7 cm
Special features
An authentic nautical instrument from one of the best-known British manufacturers of ship logs and navigation devices. Due to its decorative appearance, the piece is suitable for both collectors of maritime antiques and as an exceptional display object for an office, library, or yacht club.
Delivery contents
* Walker’s “TRIDENT” Electric Log as pictured
* No additional accessories included
Note
Please consider the photos as part of the description. Age, condition and completeness can be inferred from the pictures. Functional test has not been performed.
Originals Walker’s “TRIDENT” Electric Log by the renowned firm Thos. Walker & Son Ltd., Birmingham, England.
This is a historical nautical navigation instrument for measuring the distance covered at sea (nautical miles). Such instruments were used on merchant and seafaring ships and today are among the coveted collectibles of maritime technology history.
The instrument features an enamelled original dial with the inscription:
* Walker’s “TRIDENT” Electric Log
* Thos. Walker & Son Ltd.
* Birmingham, England
* Made in England
Inside there is the original mechanically-electrical counting mechanism with coil and gear system. The massive housing is made of heavy brass and shows the patina typical for its age.
Condition
* Original condition
* Enamel dial well preserved
* Original glass present
* Original inner mechanism present
* Signs of age and use
* Patina and oxidation traces on the brass
* Function not tested
* Sold as a collector’s item
Dimensions
* Total length: approx. 23 cm
* Case diameter: approx. 16 cm
* Depth: approx. 7 cm
Special features
An authentic nautical instrument from one of the best-known British manufacturers of ship logs and navigation devices. Due to its decorative appearance, the piece is suitable for both collectors of maritime antiques and as an exceptional display object for an office, library, or yacht club.
Delivery contents
* Walker’s “TRIDENT” Electric Log as pictured
* No additional accessories included
Note
Please consider the photos as part of the description. Age, condition and completeness can be inferred from the pictures. Functional test has not been performed.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Thos.Walker&Son Ltd
Brass type
Lacquered brass
Type
Walker’s “TRIDENT” Electric Log
Title additional information
nautical ship's instrument
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Brass, Glass
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
5 kg
Estimated period
1940-1950
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