F. Smith & Son Yacht Binnacle

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F. Smith & Son – Southampton, U.K.

Early 20th Century Yacht Binnacle

with Sestrel Compass

Dimensions

Base Diameter – 9″ Ht – 10″

Dia. of Front Viewing Port 5″ Compass Dia. 4″ Weight 6 lbs. 8 oz.

Presented is a fine yacht binnacle with a Sestral compass. It is from F.Smith & Son, Southampton, U.K. They were chandlery retailers supplying yachts and ships in the early 20th century. In 1913, they were at 23 Oxford Street, Southampton. This binnacle represents a “private label” offering from this retailer.

Marine opticians and compass adjusters.

Sestrel is the Trade Mark brand of Henry Browne & Son who were important British compass makers. They made only the highest quality marine navigation gear under the
“Sestrel” trademark and were purchased by Lilley & Gillie around 1975 when the marine industry was being consolidated.
The Sestrel operations were sold more than once.

This fine early yacht binnacle will make a fine addition to any nautical or maritime decor. It is in excellent condition and the compass is in good working order. It has been polished and lacquered for dramatic display.

Shipping & Packaging

The cost of shipping, packing, handling, and insurance to your destination, will be calculated point to point and is an additional charge. You may email us to get these costs. We price our shipping honestly, but we expect to be reimbursed for the nominal cost of packaging materials and handling.

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If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned, if without damage, within three days of receipt in its original packaging. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization by us for the return is required. Shipping charges are refundable if due to our error within the continental United States.

International buyers welcome, but inquire first. We have satisfied customers worldwide.

Standard Forms of Payment

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