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Rare antique Walker’s “Excelsior” Patent Log III nautical navigation instrument with its original-style wooden storage box, brass/bronze rotator, rope lines and assorted fittings.This mechanical yacht or taffrail log was designed to measure the distance traveled by a vessel through the water. The enamel dial is marked:WALKER’S “EXCELSIOR” PATENT LOG 3
NAUTICAL MILESINCLUDED:• Walker’s Excelsior III nautical-mile register
• Large torpedo-shaped brass/bronze rotator
• Additional metal fittings and components
• Multiple original-looking rope and line sections
• Hinged wooden storage box with metal closure
• Register marked S569 on the backCONDITION:Estate-found antique condition with heavy natural patina, oxidation, scratches and surface wear throughout. Rope and line show age, discoloration and fraying. Wooden box has scratches, stains, edge wear and areas of wood loss.The instrument has not been cleaned, restored, assembled or tested. Operating accuracy and completeness are unknown. Only the items shown in the photographs are included.A striking original maritime collectible for nautical-instrument collectors, yacht or ship memorabilia collections, museum displays, coastal décor or restoration.Please examine all photographs carefully for exact contents and condition.Sold exactly as pictured, as is. No returns.ITEM SPECIFICS:Type: Yacht / Taffrail Ship Log
Brand: Walker’s
Model: Excelsior Patent Log III
Material: Brass/Bronze, Wood and Rope
Country/Region of Origin: England
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Condition: Unrestored and Untested
