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6.23 OLD OARS. Matched pair of early oars for a small boat. These classic oars are shaped from a single piece of pine. The thin blades are gracefully tapered to the shank and rounded at their tips. Both retain their original leather collars for seating in oarlocks. Speaking to their age, these oars have a rich dark patina with the original varnish nicely “alligatored” from exposure to a marine environment. One oar is stenciled on the blade “0840 – 7 FT.” with a larger number “7.” 5 3/8 inches wide on the blades. Both oars are in fine original condition showing much use and wear, but no abuse. A fine old set about as nice as they come. 195/pr

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6.93 18th C. CHINESE ANCHOR. Rare, very early anchor from a Chinese junk. This amazing relic consists of a hand-hewn solid Granite weight cut with an “eye” through which is rove a very hefty forged iron bar measuring one inch square in cross section. The anchor measures 5 ½ inches wide by 7 inches long and 7 ½ inches high. With its iron shackle it measures 11 inches tall overall. Excellent original condition. 499

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6.09 BRONZE CLEATS. Complete matched set of 4 very high quality cast bronze miniature cleats marked with a distinctive “S” logo. These hand-finished cleats are of American manufacture and date to the early 1900’s. Each measures 2 ¼ inches long by 1 inch wide and is drilled and countersunk to accommodate 4 attachment screws. Original high polish finish. Great for a variety of purposes including tying off blinds, curtains, pulleys, flags and swag chains, or for hanging pots, lamps, etc. Really neat cleats! 59/set

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6.39 NAVAL CANNONS. Matched pair of decorative 19th century ship's naval guns on their carriages. These two authentic looking cannons have barrels of heavy cast iron mounted on equally heavy solid oak carriages with hand forged fittings. Each weighs a hefty 70 pounds. These cannons were not designed to fire, but likely were used as display pieces or trade signs. Each of the cannons is 27 1/2 inches long overall, with their barrels measuring 24 inches long and bores of 1 1/4 inches. Excellent original condition with the appearance of genuine 18th century ship’s guns. 2495/pair


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6.19 PORTHOLE. Authentic early 1900’s solid brass porthole. This handsome ship’s relic is constructed in the traditional manner, hinged at the top with two heavy threaded “dogs” for closure. In use the 12 inch diameter glass port was unsealed, swung open in an upward direction and suspended from above with the eyelet in the brass frame. The heavy brass surround measures 17 inches in diameter and has 12 mounting holes for attachment to the ship. The upper hemisphere on the outside (back) has a “rain lip” which prevented water from running down the side of the ship into the opening. This heavy duty porthole measures 6 inches thick on the dogs and weighs 40 pounds. The hinge is stamped “9P/11P.” Outstanding functional condition with a high polish. The thick, clear glass is about as good as it gets for such an object. 595

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6.17 SHIP’s PADLOCK. Authentic heavy duty padlock taken from an early 1940’s merchant steam ship. This massive lock has a solid brass body and a very hefty shackle. The side of the lock is marked “HARDENED SHACKLE / RUSTLESS SPRINGS. Viro”. The opposite side bears the same inscription in French. It is complete with two original brass keys, one of which is marked “Viro, Serrature Lucchetti.” This large lock measures 4 inches tall by 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick. It weighs an incredible 1 ½ pounds! Original condition. Fully functional with a smooth, positive action. 49

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6.16 U.S. NAVY E.O.T. Genuine, World War II vintage ship’s bridge engine order telegraph made by “BRELCO 55 VANDAM ST. NEW YORK” as marked on the cut-out dials. This classic standing pilot house E.O.T. is constructed of heavy solid brass. The dials are of sheet brass, carefully cut-out to indicated the “AHEAD” speeds “1/3, 2/3, STAND(ard), FULL,” and as is typical of men-o-war, “FLANK.” The “ASTERN” speeds are “1/3, 2/3, FULL.” This telegraph was used on a twin propeller ship. Each handle moves independently of the other and each rings its internal bell (2 bells) with a loud, clear tone. Both sides of the head have bronze covers which originally held small electric lights. Outstanding functional and cosmetic condition. The internal mechanical mechanism is complete. 44 inches tall at the handles. The dials are 9 inches across with the head measuring 10 ¼ inches wide overall. The flange at the base is 11 ½ inches in diameter. The entire unit weighs 80 pounds and is quite manageable in size. A beauty!

This telegraph was originally illuminated by an internal electrical light assembly with a rheostat which provided adjustable light intensity. These components have been removed. Should the buyer desire electrification, an original such system can be installed for an additional price.

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6.15 STEAM WHISTLE. Late 19th century American steam whistle made entirely of solid bronze and brass. This handsome whistle is of classic form with an elongated “bell” topped by a cast bronze cap with a decorative finial. The mouth and body containing the valve are also of heavy cast bronze with a brass actuator lever. In our experience, most such levers were made of steel, indicating that this whistle was indeed used in a marine environment, very possibly a small steam tug. The lever has a mark, cast in relief “2 ½”, indicating the diameter of the bell. The whistle stands 13 ½ inches tall by 5 ½ inches at the widest. Outstanding original condition with a nice old polish. 395

6.96 YACHT PORTHOLE. Unusual late 19th or very early 20th century porthole from a wooden hull American sailing yacht. This opening porthole is made entirely of heavy cast brass with the outer frame designed to be inset into the vessel's hull, secured with 7 large wood screws. The hinged port glass opens from the bottom and closes tight with a T-shaped bronze thumb screw. There is a space between the frame and port to accommodate a gasket. What makes this porthole so desirable is its pleasingly aesthetic oval form. It measures 15 1/4 inches wide by 9 1/2 inches high and is designed for a hull thickness of 1 3/4 inches. The thick tempered port glass measures 11 1/2 inches wide by 5 inches high. Outstanding restored condition with a lustrous finish sealed against tarnishing. Weighs 20 pounds. 695


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6.07 HERRESHOFF BLOCKS. Full set of genuine turn-of-the-last century bronze yacht pulleys made by the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company. This collection consists of a total of 6 blocks, each of the highest quality ever made. They are: 1. Double sheave pulley with pivoting shackle, 2. Single sheave “riding block” with pivoting snatch block attachment, 3. Single sheave pulley with shackle, 4. Single sheave pulley with pivoting eye and pivoting becket, 5. Single sheave pulley with pivoting eye and fixed becket, and 6. Single sheave pulley with pivoting eye. All of these pulleys are in outstanding, fully functional condition with a lovely high polish bronze finish. The largest measures 6 ½ inches long by 2 ½ inches wide. The smallest is 4 ½ by 1 inch. 595

The legendary Nathaniel Herreshoff of Bristol, Rhode Island began the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company with his brother John in 1880. The Herreshoff name soon became synonymous with the epitome of quality in yacht building and design. In particular, the famous America’s Cup races were won 5 times by Herreshoff-designed boats, earning ”Captain Nat” the moniker “Wizard of Bristol.” Every winning America's Cup Yacht from 1893 to 1934 was built by the Herreshoff yard! Herreshoff designed and built well over 2,000 craft between 1890 and 1938. In fact the number of winning yachts designed by Herreshoff exceeded the combined total of all other yachts built by rival designers!


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6.05 SMALL BOAT FENDER. Genuine 19th century small craft fender (dock cushion) made entirely of hand-stitched leather over a cork core. Attached to the fender is a length of hemp line spliced at the point of attachment in a seamanlike manner and served on the bitter end. This entirely hand-made example of the seaman’s handicraft measures 8 /12 inches long by 5 ½ inches wide and 11 ¾ inches thick. Overall with the line the unit measures 55 inches long. Outstanding original condition. 95


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6.89 AMERICAN FLARE GUN. Mid-1900’s maritime flare pistol made by the “SIGNAL PYROTECHNIC CO., Los Angeles” as embossed within a “rope border” on the handle under the hammer. It is further marked “USCG APPROV. NO 160 028/6/3.” This imposing device is made of solid brass with a durable nickel finish and weighs a hefty 4 pounds. The man-sized grip frame is cross hatched to facilitate grasping. The large barrel with a 1 ½ inch bore pivots downward for loading and locks into firing position with a positive spring-loaded latch. The massive hammer is serrated on the upper edge to facilitate cocking. Once cocked, the trigger engages the hammer and fires it properly. A cotton lanyard is attached by a small “S” hook to the butt. The barrel with chamber measures 8 ¼ inches long. The overall diagonal measurement is 13 inches. Condition is excellent and functional, noting minor scratches as evidence of careful actual us. 325

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6.01 MINIATURE PORTHOLE. Genuine all brass porthole from a yacht or small commercial vessel. This fine rectangular example is in an unusually diminutive size having a hinged glass cover secured with two pivoting circular “dogs.” A very heavy brass frame encircles the port glass and closes on the original rubber seal with a knife edge to ensure a watertight fit. 15 by 8 ½ inches and 1 3/4 inches thick exclusive of the dogs. Excellent cosmetic condition with a bright, highly polished and lacquered surface. The porthole opens, closes and secures down tight properly. 195


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6.94 HUGE SHIP's PORTHOLE. The largest circular opening port ever made! This monster comes from a World War II vintage or earlier American T-2 tanker. It is made of solid cast bronze with brass fittings and weighs a tremendous 110 pounds! The 4 closures or "dogs" connect to pivoting studs on the main frame and tighten down on corresponding notches in the port. The massive port glass is 1 inch thick and 24 inches in diameter. The port is supported on a heavy bronze hinge with stainless steel pin. On the opposite side is a hook for securing it when open. To insure watertight integrity the port has a machined "knife edge" which seats on a large rubber "O" ring (still present) in the flange. The flange measures 30 inches in diameter, is 1 inch thick overall and has 20 concentric holes 9/16 inch wide four mounting. Excellent polished condition. There are a few small occlusions in the glass, mainly from the manufacturing process.


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6.83 STEAM WHISTLE. Good, late 19th century American steam whistle of the type and size used aboard tug boats and steam locomotives of the era. This handsome solid brass example with decorative acorn finial is signed "LUNKENHEIMER" on the valve assembly. It is complete with its valve actuator lever and is mounted to a flange atop a base of solid teak wood. As shown this presentation stands 7 inches wide by 16 1/2 inches high. The whistle itself measures 14 1/2 inches tall with a throat diameter of just under 4 inches. Untouched original condition showing age and use, with a very deep bronze age patina to all surfaces. 595

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