1943 WW2 Beck-Lee No 3 Navy Compass And Binnacle

Description: This is a 1943 Navy Ship's Compass and Binnacle made by Beck-Lee Corp. The compass was last serviced in 2006. It was professionally cleaned and repainted the original Navy gray and black colors. As part of the servicing, The compass was corrected and new fluid added. There is a small bubble in it after almost 20 years, but does not interfere with operation at this time. The compass is in great condition. The compass is free to move and appears to reading correctly according to my GPS (approximately 18-20 degrees east of True North in Portland, OR). The serial number and date codes match. The bronze binnacle had significant tarnish and was mostly polished bright. There is still some tarnish that needs a bit of cleaning. The binnacle cover works, it has not been cleaned or polished. The binnacle and cover is bronze. There are 6 bronze holders on the sides of the binnacle for magnet correctors that would be installed after the compass is installed on a vessel to adjust for minor magnetic fields around the compass. The red light in the compass works. Manufacturer of the Compass and binnacle: Beck-Lee Corp., Chicago, IL Binnacle engraving: US Navy - Bureau of ShipsNo 3 5" Domehead BinnacleContract No NXs-11726 Dimensions of the compass: 6" outer diameter by 5" tall. The Compass card is approximately 4-1/2" in diameter. When the compass is mounted in the gimbal and the gimbal mounted in the bronze binnacle everything hangs perfectly and is free to move depending on the vessel's level of heel. This compass was last used for ocean navigation in a 50 foot sailboat, but it would also fit perfectly on a motor vessel or in your collection. Binnacle dimensions: 8" x 9-1/2" Shipment is by FedEx ground. 30 days money back if you are not satisfied but you will need to pay for the shipping cost and any return shipping if returned. Thanks.

Price: 495 USD

Location: Beaverton, Oregon

End Time: 2025-02-11T23:39:59.000Z

Shipping Cost: 19.95 USD