Sextant, Bubble, Prototype, National Bureau of Standards for USN, Model 2, S/N#5
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This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
INSTRUMENTS-Navigational
Manufacturer
United States Bureau of Standards, Bureau of Aeronautics Physical Description
Irregular shape w/electric lead; bubble type; fitted case w/accessories.
Dimensions
3-D (Overall): 20.3 × 15.6 × 12.7cm (8 in. × 6 1/8 in. × 5 in.) Materials
Ferrous Alloy
Copper Alloy
Non-Magnetic White Metal
Glass
Possible Radium Paint
Wood
Organic Fiber Thread
Paint
Possible Liquid
Rubber Inventory Number
A19630069000
Credit Line
Transferred from the U.S. Navy
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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