Nautical instruments

Commodore Electric Taffrail Log – Walker’s, Birmingham, England, ca.1958

Large and heavy electrified taffrail log with plug connection and fly wheel in original case. Cherub rotator used. The enamel scale has three registers.

The large one up to 100 miles, two smaller up to 10 and 1000 miles. Brass and glass guarded face cover unscrews to reveal the dials. Maker’s name engraved. Serial number AF9136. Lid with screws and labels of Walker’s, of the Union-Castle Mail Steamship Co. Ltd. and of Christie & Wilson Ltd.

Catalogue: NM.6-26
Date: ca. 1958
DL: 12×29 cm
Case: 25x53x35,5 cm
Signed: Walker’s Commodore Electric Log, AF9136
Origin: England
Condition: in very good condition, wear consistent with age and use