Rare Antique c. 1860 Pantochronometer Hunter Case Compass Sundial Combination

Rare mid to late nineteenth century compendium Hunter case Panchronometer (compass and sun dial). The case is a blued non magnetic gun metal alloy.

Both are functioning in very good unrestored or cleaned condition. Paper dial to lid in excellent condition. Auto lock mechanism for compass when lid is closed.

Remains locked when opened until the catch is depressed. Case is showing two areas of wear front and back of the blued finish as shown. The case diamteter is 51.8 mm with depth of 20 mm. Total weight is 110 grams. Fresh to the market via a Greenwich estate.

Note: There is no maker's mark but it is identical to one on the online compass museum which is attributed to F. Although that one is missing the paper dial. (Francis) F Barker and Son, scientific instrument makers traded at, 23 Great Sutton Street, E.

(post-1858) & 12 Clerkenwell Road, London. Company still in existance today as Pyser Optics.

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