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Model Set, Recognition Model Ships, USN, WW II, Teacher’s Models

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Model Set of 9 vessels. Used in WW II in recognition training of soldiers and pilots. The models, also known as I. Or spotter’s models, were cast in metal or wood and detailed with the primary distinguishing characteristics to help troops recognize friend from foe. Fascinating relics of World War II history, these models are… (read more)

WW II German Navy Ship SHIP’S LOG INSTRUMENT NAUTICAL MILES VERY RARE

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This was used to measure the distance travelled (Nautical Miles). It performs exactly the same function as that of a vehicle by recording the distance travelled. Initially logs were purely mechanical and required no electrical power to operate. It was then connected by a short line to a spinner. While in the water, the spinner… (read more)

New York Shipbuilding Corporation A Record of Ships Built, 1921 ORIGINAL

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New York, NY, 1921. 9 x 12 paperbound, 61 pages. Please not this is an ORIGINAL, not a reproduction. The front cover and flyleaf are detached from the rest of the text block. All pages are clean and free of marks, and are yellowed slightly. There is no foxing, and the pages are just slightly… (read more)

Vintage Tampion HMCS WOLF WWII Canadian Navy Naval Ship’s Plaque Crest Crown

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Measurements: 5″ high x 3 7/8″ wide x 1/2 thick. There is a small chip on the back top edge of the crown that is not visible from the front. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maritime\Other Maritime Antiques”. The seller is “joywillnotstop” and is located in this country: CA. This item can be shipped… (read more)