1940's Kelvin Hughes Binnacle marvel Cosmetic flaws to the frame

Cosmetic flaws to the frame such as dings

California in 1971

since it has been previously displayed the frame may have minor imperfections

social and political issues of the day

1940's Kelvin Hughes Binnacle marvel Cosmetic flaws to the frameThis American binnacle has been restored with a gimbaled compass, and varnished base with compensating balls. The faceplate is inscribed, Wilfrid O. White & Sons, and is in excellent working condition. The binnacle, formerly called the bittacle, is the receptacle in which the compass is mounted. Originally constructed in the form of a cupboard, it is now usually a cylindrical pedestal with provision for illuminating the compass card, usually from