Antique sextant by Heath & Co, London.
ANTIQUE SEXTANT. No.16
Antique sextant by Heath & Co, London.
A mid 20th century navigators micrometer Sextant with the classic three ring design frame. Engraved on the arc Heath & Co, New Eltham, London, SE9.
The silver scale is engraved from -5 degrees to 135 degrees and can measure angles to 135 degrees, it is divided into 10 minute increments. The index arm is fitted with the micrometer fine adjustment dial.
This sextant has a 6.5 inch radius.
Box measures W 28 / D 27 / H 14 cm
This antique Sextant is in very good condition and contained within its original box. It comes complete with all its accessories - Wide angle telescope, telescope sun filter and adjusting tool.
Front side of the antique sextant with telescope, eye piece filter and accessories.
A close up of the antique sextant showing silver scale and engraved makers name
Exterior of the sextant carrying case / storage box.
Reverse side of the antique sextant and accessories.
Close up of sextant micrometer mechanism
Sextant examination & test certificate dated 1952.
Close up of the antique Sextant frame.
Close up of the antique Sextant frame.