Offered here is an authentic U.S. Navy Mark II Sextant, manufactured by Pioneer Instrument Company (a division of Bendix Aviation Corporation) in 1941. This precision navigational instrument was standard issue during World War II for U.S. Navy ships, designed to aid sailors in celestial navigation.
Markings: Brass plate on the box reads "U.S. Navy Bureau of Ships, Mark II, Type No. 3050-1-C, 1941".
Certificate: Original U.S. Naval Observatory Certificate of Inspection dated July 17, 1942, with eccentricity corrections noted.
Maker: Pioneer Instrument Co., Division of Bendix Aviation.
Condition: 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.
Historical Importance: A genuine artifact from the WWII U.S. Navy, offering both functional maritime history and collectible value.
This sextant is an excellent piece for military collectors, naval history enthusiasts, or maritime display collections.
Condition Notes:
Wooden box shows age, surface wear, and scratches, consistent with military use.
Brass fittings and handle with natural patina.
Sextant itself is in good condition, with clear markings and intact components.
Original Naval Observatory certificate is affixed inside the box (shows wear and fading, but legible).
Measurements 5.25 inches tall, 11 inches long and 11.5 inches wide
