{"product_id":"wwii-u-s-navy-mark-ii-sextant-pioneer-instrument-co-1941-with-original-box-naval-observatory-certificate","title":"WWII U.S. Navy Mark II Sextant – Pioneer Instrument Co. 1941, With Original Box \u0026 Naval Observatory Certificate","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eOffered here is an authentic \u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eU.S. Navy Mark II Sextant\u003c\/strong\u003e, manufactured by \u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"420\"\u003ePioneer Instrument Company (a division of Bendix Aviation Corporation)\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"432\"\u003e1941\u003c\/strong\u003e. This precision navigational instrument was standard issue during \u003cstrong data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e for U.S. Navy ships, designed to aid sailors in celestial navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass plate on the box reads \u003cem data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\"U.S. Navy Bureau of Ships, Mark II, Type No. 3050-1-C, 1941\"\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original \u003cstrong data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eU.S. Naval Observatory Certificate of Inspection\u003c\/strong\u003e dated \u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eJuly 17, 1942\u003c\/strong\u003e, with eccentricity corrections noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pioneer Instrument Co., Division of Bendix Aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Housed in its original dovetailed wooden case with brass fittings and carry handle. The sextant itself appears intact, with telescope, mirrors, and filters present. Some expected wear and patina from age, but overall in solid collectible condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eHistorical Importance:\u003c\/strong\u003e A genuine artifact from the WWII U.S. Navy, offering both functional maritime history and collectible value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eThis sextant is an excellent piece for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003emilitary collectors, naval history enthusiasts, or maritime display collections\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eWooden box shows age, surface wear, and scratches, consistent with military use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eBrass fittings and handle with natural patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eSextant itself is in good condition, with clear markings and intact components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eOriginal Naval Observatory certificate is affixed inside the box (shows wear and fading, but legible).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eMeasurements 5.25 inches tall, 11 inches long and 11.5 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maupin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47295454150871,"sku":null,"price":1422.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1501\/8628\/files\/104_5218.jpg?v=1760454060","url":"https:\/\/annapolismaritimeantiques.com\/en-au\/products\/wwii-u-s-navy-mark-ii-sextant-pioneer-instrument-co-1941-with-original-box-naval-observatory-certificate","provider":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}