Brass Sextant with Engraving in a Leather Box

Discover the extraordinary brass sextant, an ideal tool for sailors and astronomers. This 1917 replica not only impresses with its appearance but also with its functionality. Made of brass and glass, this elegant navigation instrument measures 13 x 12 x 6 cm, making it both practical and easy to store.

The sextant is a tool used to measure horizontal and vertical angles. Used in astronavigation, it allows the measurement of the height of celestial bodies above the horizon. In terrestrial navigation, it helps determine angles between objects visible on Earth. Because of this, modern sailors also learn to use it so that in case of GPS failure, they can determine their position based on observations.

This sextant is not only a practical tool but also a beautiful decoration for any study, office, or cabin. Additionally, there is an option for personalized engraving, making it a perfect gift for any history and technology enthusiast.

It is also worth knowing that the sextant was a key tool during the age of great geographical discoveries, enabling sailors to navigate safely across seas and oceans. Its precise measurements allowed for the discovery of new lands and the undertaking of expeditions into the unknown.

The whole set is packed in an elegant leather box measuring 14.50 x 14.50 x 7.25 cm, making this product an excellent gift for any astronomy and sailing enthusiast.