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Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel
Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel

Antique Brass Ship Binnacle Compass and stand US Navy Mark 1 1940 Lionel

$ 1003.2

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Primary Material: Brass
  • Military Branch: US Navy
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Time Period, War: WWII
  • Maker: Lionel
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Country/Region of Origin: United States
  • Features: Binnacle
  • Condition: I believe the compensating balls have been painted. Interior 120 Volt light is present but not connected. Glass on the top is missing. Card and gimbal bearings move smoothly. No visible defects or dents.

    Description

    US Navy BU Ships 1940 Lionel Ship Binnacle Brass Compass Mark 1 with Original BuShips Plywood Stand
    A very beautiful and complete version of this workhorse binnacle compass found on every US Navy vessel afloat.
    During WWII, companies like Lionel, best known for their electric trains, turned their manufacturing facilities to the war effort.  Yes, they made all kinds of compasses.
    This one has been used as a decor element in a local restaurant for the past 20+ years.  We don't know where this one came from so you can provide your own stories.
    The binnacle sits atop a genuine US Navy Plywood Binnacle Stand, Mark 1 built by Frank O. Snedaker & Co., Inc.
    SPECIFICS:
    S/N:   988 NB 1466
    Solid bronze
    Height (overall with base):  52"
    Width (including balls):  37"
    Depth:  22"
    Card Diam.:  7 1/2"
    Markings:
    Lionel NY, USA
    988 1940
    US Navy BU Ships
    NB1466
    CONDITION:
    Glass on the top of cover is missing
    Interior 120 volt light is here, though wire has no plug.  Controlled by dimmer on port side of base (not tested).
    Three of the four bronze latches on the base are missing
    No major dings or dents
    Card and gimbals move freely.
    No air bubbles in the card chamber.
    SHIPPING:
    Local Pickup in Madison, WI
    Domestic Shipping:
    Freight
    This will be shipped in a custom-built wood shipping crate on a pallet
    Cost will vary depending on factors at the delivery site:
    Commercial or residential
    Loading dock
    PAYMENT:
    If you're the successful bidder, we will contact you to confirm shipping details:  address, etc.
    Please allow us 48 hours to prepare an accurate shipping and crating quote for your invoice.
    A deposit of 0.00 is required upon receipt of your invoice.
    Please allow 7 days for the proper crating and packing of your item.
    We will send final invoice when your shipment is ready.
    As usual, payment is required before we can ship.
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