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WWII Era HUSUN Nautical Sextant by Henry Hughes & Son, Ltd., London - $650 (Southwest Austin)
Convict Hill Road near Vermillion Drive
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This instrument is marked on the arc: "H. Hughes & Son, Ltd. 59 Fenchurch St. London. E.C." and features the serial number 23657. Henry Hughes & Son was a renowned maker of top-quality navigational instruments before they merged to form Kelvin & Hughes in 1947, making this piece a prime example of their independent work.
Key Features:
- Manufacturer: Henry Hughes & Son, Ltd., London.
- Era: Circa WWII - late 1930s/early 1940s production given the serial number
- Model: 'HUSUN' (Hughes & Son) with the classic 3-circle frame.
- Condition: Excellent for its age, appears complete in its wooden transit case. The metal frame is painted black, contrasting with the brass arc and telescope.
- Includes: Sextant instrument, telescope, key for the box, and original wooden fitted box with green felt lining. Box measures 10.5”x10.5”x5.5”
- Perfect for: Maritime collectors, history enthusiasts, vintage nautical decor, or as a unique Christmas gift.
Collector’s Note: Henry Hughes & Son Ltd. of London was a leading British manufacturer of navigational instruments, supplying sextants, compasses, and chronometers to the Royal Navy and Allied fleets during WWII. Their “Husan” brand (short for Hughes & Son) became synonymous with precision and reliability at sea. Instruments like this one were essential for celestial navigation before the advent of electronic systems - a tangible link to the golden age of maritime exploration and wartime naval history.
Pick up is in Southwest Austin 2-3 minutes from the intersection of Mopac & William Cannon. Please do not respond if that is not convenient for you. If it is still listed, it is still available.
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