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product_id: 398272760
title: "RII Pocket Sextant J. Scott London Nautical Brass Navy Sailors, Celestial Navigation, Two Extra Sighting Telescope, Determine Latitude & Longitude, Rose Wooden Box, Galactic Gifting"
brand: "roorkee instruments (india) a nautical reproduction house"
price: "€ 5.99"
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region: Ireland
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# Perfect gift Measures angles Precision optics RII Pocket Sextant J. Scott London Nautical Brass Navy Sailors, Celestial Navigation, Two Extra Sighting Telescope, Determine Latitude & Longitude, Rose Wooden Box, Galactic Gifting

**Brand:** roorkee instruments (india) a nautical reproduction house
**Price:** € 5.99
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌌 Chart Your Course with Timeless Elegance!

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- **What is this?** RII Pocket Sextant J. Scott London Nautical Brass Navy Sailors, Celestial Navigation, Two Extra Sighting Telescope, Determine Latitude & Longitude, Rose Wooden Box, Galactic Gifting by roorkee instruments (india) a nautical reproduction house
- **How much does it cost?** € 5.99 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- roorkee instruments (india) a nautical reproduction house enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted roorkee instruments (india) a nautical reproduction house brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Gift of Adventure:** An unforgettable gift for any occasion, sparking curiosity and exploration.
- • **Portable Elegance:** Compact size and elegant rose wooden box make it easy to carry and display.
- • **Navigate with Style:** Experience celestial navigation like never before with this stunning brass sextant.
- • **Quality Craftsmanship:** Made from premium brass with exquisite glass optics for a clear view of the stars.
- • **Art Meets Functionality:** A beautiful blend of vintage design and practical use, perfect for collectors and adventurers alike.

## Overview

The RII Pocket Sextant by J. Scott London is a premium brass navigation instrument designed for celestial navigation. It features high-quality glass optics, measures angles between celestial bodies, and comes with two extra sighting telescopes. Packaged in a beautiful rose wooden box, this sextant is not only functional but also a stunning collectible piece, making it an ideal gift for nautical enthusiasts and adventurers.

## Description

A brass sextant is a beautiful instrument with knobs, slides, vernier scales, mirrors, magnifiers, filters, lens and eye pieces. It’s a real historic instrument that is still in use today. The sextant is the development of an older instrument called a Falstaff which measured the angle of the sun form the length of its shadow but that was always a bit tricky at sea. Indeed the sextant did not come into its own until accurate time could be kept but that’s another story. The primary use of a sextant is to measure the angle between an astronomical object and the horizon for the purposes of celestial navigation. The estimation of this angle, the altitude, is known as sighting or shooting the object, or taking a sight. A sextant is an instrument used to measure the angle between any two visible objects. Its primary use is to determine the angle between a celestial object and the horizon which is known as the altitude. Making this measurement is known as sighting the object, shooting the object, or taking a sight. The angle, and the time when it was measured, can be used to calculate a position line on a nautical or aeronautical chart. A common use of the sextant is to sight the sun at noon to find one's latitude. Its all parts are moving, can be used for basic observation or suitable for collectors and can be a gift for someone. Roorkee sextant is a great companion for any true navigator. This antique sextant looks just like a 100-year-old antique but with a shiny and brand new feel. This great piece of art from Roorkee Instruments India, with proper care and cleaning can accompany you on your adventures for many years to come. A replica from the vintage sailor's time to your Home. Beautifully designed sextant etched with top quality work. This engraved sextant is a best gift for antique collectors. These items are made up of brass not an artificial material. This antique sextant made up of pure brass could be a beautiful addition to your drawing room.

## Features

- PRODUCT FEATURE: It is a great instrument for determining the angle between the horizon and a celestial body. It measures the angle between two objects. It has glass optics for a clear view, no plastic lens is used. In navigation, you look at the horizon through this mirror. Although it is not calibrated.
- QUALITY PRODUCT: This is a functional brass sextant with an antique brass finish. It is safely packed in a beautiful rose wooden box. This brass sextant is made from premium quality Brass. This high-quality jewelled sextant determines Longitude and Latitude.
- EXCEPTIONAL COLLECTIBLE: This beautifully designed classic brass functional sextant is no less than a piece of art. It enhances your personal vintage, nautical collection. It can be an educational artefact for kids of any age group. It is ideal home décor for adventure, maritime, hiking outdoor enthusiasts and nautical lovers.
- UNIQUE GIFT ITEM: This working sextant instrument is a memorable gift for birthdays, anniversaries, valentine's day, housewarming party, promotion ceremony, baptism, graduation ceremonies, Thanksgiving, Christmas, friendship’s day, Easter, engagements, weddings, and corporate functions.
- SIZE AND PACKAGING: This sextant is portable and easy to carry anywhere. Its size is 4.75 x 4.25 x 2.5 inches, and the wooden box size is 5.9 x 5.9 x 3.3 inches. It comes with two extra sighting telescopes and carefully packaged to ensure you receive it in perfect condition directly from the manufacturer.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | ROORKEE INSTRUMENTS (INDIA) A NAUTICAL REPRODUCTION HOUSE |
| Color | Bronze |
| Product Dimensions | 12.07 x 6.35 x 10.8 cm; 376.48 g |
| Material | Brass Wood |
| Item Weight | 376 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ROORKEE INSTRUMENTS (INDIA) A NAUTICAL REPRODUCTION HOUSE
- **Colour:** Bronze
- **Style:** Classic
- **Material:** Brass Wood
- **Occasion:** Easter, Christmas, Graduation, Wedding, Housewarming, Valentine S Day, Birthday, Thanksgiving

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*Last updated: 2026-01-23*