Japan - Navy - Compass - 1960-1970 - Saura GS-75 compass
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Saura GS-75 ship compass, a liquid-filled magnetic navigation compass from Japan with a cardan suspension, housed in the original heavy wooden case with dovetail joints, dating from the late 20th century, in good used condition with minor signs of age, dimensions 19 x 10 x 16 cm, weight 2 kg.
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Working Vintage Saura GS-75 Ship Compass in Original Wooden Dovetail Chest – Japan
Professional vintage ship compass from the Japanese brand Saura, model GS-75. This type of liquid-filled compass was used for marine navigation and features a clearly readable compass rose and a gimbal suspension.
The compass is supplied in the original heavy wooden protective case. The case is sturdy, with traditional dovetail joints and a nice, functional appearance. Therefore the object is interesting not only as a nautical instrument to use on a vessel, but also as a decorative collectible for a maritime interior, office, or collection.
Features:
Brand: Saura
Model: GS-75
Origin: Japan
Type: liquid-filled magnetic ship compass
Construction: gimbal-mounted
Includes: original wooden protective and transport case
Material: metal, glass and wood
Period: presumably the second half of the 20th century
The compass is in used vintage condition with normal wear and aging marks. The wooden case shows light wear consistent with age and use. Please view the photos carefully for a good impression of condition and completeness.
A robust and characterful nautical instrument of Japanese manufacture, suitable for collectors of ship instruments, maritime objects and vintage navigation equipment.
Carefully packed and shipped.
Working Vintage Saura GS-75 Ship Compass in Original Wooden Dovetail Chest – Japan
Professional vintage ship compass from the Japanese brand Saura, model GS-75. This type of liquid-filled compass was used for marine navigation and features a clearly readable compass rose and a gimbal suspension.
The compass is supplied in the original heavy wooden protective case. The case is sturdy, with traditional dovetail joints and a nice, functional appearance. Therefore the object is interesting not only as a nautical instrument to use on a vessel, but also as a decorative collectible for a maritime interior, office, or collection.
Features:
Brand: Saura
Model: GS-75
Origin: Japan
Type: liquid-filled magnetic ship compass
Construction: gimbal-mounted
Includes: original wooden protective and transport case
Material: metal, glass and wood
Period: presumably the second half of the 20th century
The compass is in used vintage condition with normal wear and aging marks. The wooden case shows light wear consistent with age and use. Please view the photos carefully for a good impression of condition and completeness.
A robust and characterful nautical instrument of Japanese manufacture, suitable for collectors of ship instruments, maritime objects and vintage navigation equipment.
Carefully packed and shipped.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Saura Japan
Title additional information
Saura GS-75 compass
Number of objects
3
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Copper, Glass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
10 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
16 cm
Military Context
Yes
Weight
2 kg
Army unit
Navy
Estimated period
1960-1970
Authenticity
Original/official
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