Brass Vintage Original Antique Maritime Compasses

This is a 5" Ritchie compass and skylight binnacle that's best for parts or restoration or display as is. One plus is that ALL of the screws that hold the skylight together, and the plastic panes in, are movable/removable, one not having to drill them out to dismantle it for restoration.

Vintage E.S. Ritchie & Sons Inc. Nautical Binnacle Compass - Numbered 119262. Nice condition, see photos. Height is 7" [top of globe], 8" [top of light], base is 8" diameter. Heavy brass  / bronze binnacle. Working light [see photo].  Done is very good condition, clear & no scratches. Compass dial & face is clear and clean. Photos are part of description, being sold in "as is" condition. No returns. Any questions, please let me know.

The hinge and the latch are working just as they should. On the inside it is very good with all of the letters and numbers very readable, and all parts working as they should. The felt pouch is in good condition with no tears or holes, it just needs a little cleaning.

Don't know the name has liquid in side face is cloudy lock on box not working right repair or restore

THE PLASTIC ON TOP IS SCUFFED UP BUT NUMBERS/ DIRECTIONS ARE READABLE.

It was made in Boston Mass.

Would make a great gift for a special occasion or keep for yourself!". The piece was made by Schick Inc. of Stamford, CT. Yes, the folks that used to make razors. This was part of their war effort contribution.

A binnacle compass salvaged from the MMS Fedele. It is wired with a 12 volt lamp. Manufacturer: Cassens & Plath, Germany Maker Marks: on dial: Cassens & Plath 2152 with logo; on lens ring: Zeta Cassens & Plath 2152 Size: approximately 7" high with hood in place, 5-5/8" in diameter at bottom Construction: brass and glass Condition: selling as found with old patina, hood has 2 tiny splits on the outer edge of the base, working and light was tested and working, see photos.

Looks good. All original. Works as it should. Rare Piece.

FROM SAN FRANCISCO CAL. COOL PIECE. IT IS STILL WORKING FILLED WITH FLUID.

Estate Find! Wonderful wooden box with working compass inside.

Sold under the Windsor Brand of J. W. Windsor Company, this boat compass was produced by the Saura Company of Tokyo.  Please review the attached photos and form your own opinion of the item's condition and value. 

This was intended for smaller craft or lifeboat use. The compass dial reads "Kelvin & Hughes" and "England.". With its original oil lamp in its brass and copper housing. Condition: In very good, fully functioning condition.

BOX IS VERY NICE WOODEN WITH BRASS HARDWARE. SOLD AS PICTURED.

For parts / repair. I don't hear anything moving around when I shake it so it may be empty with nothing inside?. The plastic top has been broken and repaired (poorly) at one of the corners.

Vintage Brass Ships Binnacle with tag "Capt. Frank Jansen Nautical Instruments 1361 SO Flower Street in Los Angeles Calf.". Compass with NEGUS  NEW YORK printed in center with E.S. RITCHIE & SONS BOSTON printed on inner ring.  Nice vintage patina in good condition for age and use [UNPOLISHED - original finish & patina]. Binnacle height is 91/2", base is 91/2" and inside diameter is 7". See photos. Photos are part of description, being sold in "as in" condition. No returns. Any questions please let me know.

Here is a 3 inch antique compass. Made in Pembroke, MA. Brand new. No leaks. Found in old marine store in the ‘70s. Wrapped in Boston Globe Newspaper from 1952. I also have a 4 inch compass available for sale. Thanks for looking.

Rare find. Notice that the East and West are flip flopped. It appears it could easily be converted back to it's original condition. There is a small loose screw in the case.

Here is a 4 inch antique compass. Made in Pembroke, MA. Brand new. No leaks. Found in old marine store in the ‘70s. Wrapped in Boston Globe Newspaper from 1952. I also have a 3 inch compass available for sale. Thanks for looking.

Great shape heavy and weighted.

West London. Has three adjustable screw legs. Made in India. In VERY GOOD condition.

This is a mounted compass bronze empty base from 1943. Type: Mounted Compass Empty Base. Year: 1943. Country / Region of Origin: Indiana, United States. Material: Heavy Bronze. Nice decorative piece.

This was advertised in early Boys Life magazine but was not a boy scout product. house findings from 40 years travels. Acceptance of the Sale, to many.

There are no issues with either the box (Interior/Exterior), the interior felt all in place, the brass "Sines" plate inside cover is nice and the compass itself is nice.

Face of Compass looks Clean with no visible marks or rusting.

IT WAS MADE IN THE USA BY NAUTICO N.Y. U.S.A. WITH A PATENT APPLIED FOR.

As found see pictures does point correct direction, but move a little slow,water level inside seems low selling as found as is

WWII U.S. Navy Azimuth Circle Mark III Mod. 2 N 4423-1941.

Beautiful Old Pelorus by Dominick & Haff, New York City in a Great looking Mahogany Wood Box / Case with leather Strap to hold the top on ! and earned a reputation of being a top quality maker of Silver Ware.

A original FLINDERS board. 15 3/4" X 7 1/4" and the wood is intact.

Great piece for any collection, the glass is broken and the needle point is missing.

WWII 1942 Lionel Corp. Bezel marked "1942 The Lionel Corp. Good condition, with green corrosion but solid and appears to be working. Glass is in good shape, no cracks, fluid in compass. Very restorable or display as-is.

Material - Brass | Color - Gold Tone. Weight - 50 Grams (Approx).

Would make a great gift for a special occasion or keep for yourself!". The piece was made by Schick Inc. of Stamford, CT. Yes, the folks that used to make razors. This was part of their war effort contribution.

Vintage Marine Weems Position Finder by Weems & Plath. [Three Arm Protractor Type] Protractor is clear plastic with chrome and glass mirrors. Type of navigational tool. Includes a wood box lined with brass latches & hinges approx. 15 1/2" x 6" X 2". Protractor and wood box case in good condition. Bottom of wood box does have some delamination. See photos. Photos are part of the description, being sold in "as in" condition. No Returns. Any questions please let me know. 

Pls see photos.

Marine Navigation Set inlcuding: Weems & Plath 15" Parallel Rule - Brass, Weems & Plath 13" Parallel Rolling Plotter, Weems & Plath Nautical Slide Rule 105, Weems & Plath Protractor/Triangle with Handle, Weems & Plath Marine Navigation Star Finder 2102-D, Lutz Military Navigator's Instrument Set, and Secrets of the Universe Planisphere Latitude 35 degrees North plus 11"x17" vinyl carry case.