{"product_id":"negus-patent-log-brass-maritime-navigation-instrument-6-5-nautical-collectible","title":"Negus Patent Log Brass Maritime Navigation Instrument 6.5\" Nautical Collectible","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic antique brass maritime navigation instrument marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Negus Patent Log.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This compact ship's log was used aboard sailing vessels and yachts to assist in measuring speed and distance traveled through the water, making it an important tool of traditional marine navigation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured by the renowned nautical instrument maker \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eT.S. Negus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose instruments were widely used aboard commercial, naval, and private vessels during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed of brass with an original engraved dial, rotating measurement wheel, and suspension loop. An excellent display piece for collectors of maritime antiques, nautical instruments, navigation equipment, or shipboard history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker: Negus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarked: \"Negus Patent Log\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: Approximately 6.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaritime navigation instrument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal dial and housing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuspension\/carrying loop present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with use and age. The mechanism is currently not operating and is being sold as found. Please review all photographs carefully for complete condition details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatent logs were used aboard sailing ships and yachts to measure a vessel's speed through the water prior to modern electronic navigation systems. Instruments produced by T.S. Negus are highly regarded among collectors of maritime antiques and nautical instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaritime collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNautical décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNavigation instrument collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShip model and yacht enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoastal home displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarine museums and educational exhibits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInventory Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanism currently does not advance when the wheel is turned. Offered as a collectible maritime display piece or restoration candidate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48710776455383,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1501\/8628\/files\/image0_5e185f79-310e-42cf-a919-dda53afe113e.jpg?v=1780506183","url":"https:\/\/annapolismaritimeantiques.com\/en-au\/products\/negus-patent-log-brass-maritime-navigation-instrument-6-5-nautical-collectible","provider":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}