Wheelhouse
Ship's binnacle compass "Faithfull Freddie" circa 1909-1945
Avalaible
Rare "Faithfull Freddie" compass on submarine drum "of the Royal Navy.
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Signed John Bruce & Sons Liverpool.
The "Freddie" was a small compass so that it could be mounted at the top of the submarine kiosk. They were produced from 1909 until the end of World War II. The polished brass compass, on a cardan mount with its alidade. Very heavy about 11 kg.
An indispensable piece for a collector.
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Century 20th century Year 1909 - 1940 Condition Very good Height (cm) 50 Width (cm) 46 Weigth (in kilo) 11 Diameter (cm) 18 Wood Mahogany Metal Brass
