"HEZZANITH" Model 130M Sextant, Heath & Co., LTD

A three-ring bronze frame "HEZZANITH" Model 130M sextant by the British instrument maker, Heath, & Co., LTD, New Eltham, London. The instrument has its original certificate dated 28 October 1971 which matches its serial number of 71627.

Heath has been making fine instruments for 160 plus years. The model 130M sextant represents the best dollar value of any professional sextant available. Its design incorporates all the basic features of more expensive instruments, and has proven itself over many years of successful use by professionals and yachtsmen alike. A unique feature of Heath sextants is that the rack teeth are cut on the backside of the limb, thereby reducing radial pressure (and wear) on the pivot arm and increasing chances for long-term accuracy.

 SPECIFICATIONS

Frame- Three-circle design in brass, with black wrinkle finish.

 Arc- Divided from -5 to 125 degrees. Black engravings on brass. Radius 6.4 inches.

 Micrometer Drum- Held securely to shaft with spanner nut. Screw adjustment for zero shaft endplay. Vernier reads 0.2'.

 Mirrors- Index-44.5 mm X33.3 mm. Horizon- 33.3 mm X 31.8 mm.

 Shades- Full set of 7 special sextant-neutral shade glasses.

 Limb- Teeth cut on backside.

 Telescope- 3 X 28.5

 Weight- 3 lbs. 11 Oz’s.

 case- Made from laminated plywood with a very thin outer oak veneer, complete with latch.

 Certificate- "Hezzanith" 

Survives in good condition and ready to go back to sea!