HELP WITH SEXTANT MAKER'S MARK - IS IT OLD OR COPY?

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by journeymagazine, Apr 29, 2019.

  1. journeymagazine

    journeymagazine Well-Known Member

    This is at a local thrift store. They have it priced at $399 but it's half price tomorrow.
    I can't make out the mark & without it sextants are between $39.95 - $1,000+

    Who made this sextant?
    What year is it from?
    Is it worth the $195?

    Thanks - I appreciate any help.

    COLLECTIBLE SEXTANT 1AA.jpg COLLECTIBLE SEXTANT 2AA.jpg
     
    journeymagazine, Apr 29, 2019
    #1 + Quote Reply
  2. i need help

    i need help Moderator Moderator

    Kelvin Wilifred o. White.
     
    i need help, Apr 29, 2019
    #2 + Quote Reply
    komokwa and patd8643 like this.
  3. KikoBlueEyes

    KikoBlueEyes Well-Known Member

    This one sold for $150 in 2011 It was from the 1920s[​IMG]
     
    KikoBlueEyes, Apr 29, 2019
    #3 + Quote Reply
  4. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    upload_2019-4-29_23-47-3.jpeg

    close.....but not exact
     
    komokwa, Apr 29, 2019
    #4 + Quote Reply
  5. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    nope.....wait.........ohhhhhhhh.....that's kinda where I was looking

    David Shackman & Sons
    for Kelvin & Wilfred White Co.
     
    komokwa, Apr 29, 2019
    #5 + Quote Reply
  6. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    komokwa, Apr 29, 2019
    #6 + Quote Reply
    i need help likes this.
  7. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    upload_2019-4-29_23-53-15.jpeg

    David Shackman & Sons
     
    komokwa, Apr 29, 2019
    #7 + Quote Reply
    axelrich and i need help like this.
  8. i need help

    i need help Moderator Moderator

    i need help, Apr 29, 2019
    #8 + Quote Reply
    komokwa likes this.
  9. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    coming from you.......that's high praise !!! :playful:..:kiss::kiss:
     
    komokwa, Apr 29, 2019
    #9 + Quote Reply
    i need help likes this.
  10. i need help

    i need help Moderator Moderator

    :hilarious::kiss:
     
    i need help, Apr 30, 2019
    #10 + Quote Reply
    komokwa likes this.
  11. journeymagazine

    journeymagazine Well-Known Member

    komakwa - so it'snot worth the $199 if I plan on reselling right?
    PS- Thanks - again!
     
    journeymagazine, Apr 30, 2019
    #11 + Quote Reply
    komokwa likes this.
  12. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    well...no box...I can't say if the sight is original.......and there seem to be a lot out there......even if this one is indeed nice....... 2 bills.......I'll pass !!
     
    komokwa, Apr 30, 2019
    #12 + Quote Reply
    i need help likes this.
Draft saved Draft deleted
Similar Threads: HELP SEXTANT
Forum Title Date
Antique Discussion Help with possible Chinese translation on metal box Dec 6, 2025
Antique Discussion Inlaid Cribbage Board Help Nov 30, 2025
Antique Discussion 1. Help Identifying 18ct Gold Ring Hallmark & Maker’s Mark Nov 26, 2025
Antique Discussion Help Identifying Large Blue Stone Ring – Hallmarks, Stone Type, and Period? Nov 21, 2025
Antique Discussion Help identifying coat of arms on 18ct gold signet ring — motto “Per Honor Virtusque” Nov 2, 2025

Share This Page