Our collection features vintage brass sextants for display, replica nautical sextants for collectors, and decorative maritime navigation instruments ideal for offices, libraries, and nautical-themed interiors. Whether you are looking for a classic nautical sextant gift, a maritime explorer décor accent, or a traditional navigation instrument replica, you’ll find timeless craftsmanship and authentic design in every piece.
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Vintage Brass Sextant – Kelvin & Hughes Nautical Navigation -
Nautical Compass Sextant Telescope Astrolabe Ship's Instruments with box -
Retro Handicrafts Nautical Sextant Working Compass - Custom Engraved Gift in Handcrafted Wooden Box - Antique Brass - Perfect for Father or Navy -
Nautical Brass Working Sextant, Antique Maritime Navigational Instrument With Leather Case, Astrolabe Ships Instrument, Navigational Sextant -
Nautical 9" Solid Brass Working Sextant | Navigational Sextant | Heavy Sextant | Vintage Ship Astrolabe Model Sextant handmade Gift -
Nautical Sextant Double Telescope Astrolabe Ship's Instruments with Box -
Brass Sextant, Handheld Nautical Sextant With Wooden Box -
Brass Sextant Nautical Brass Sextant Working Marine with Leather Box. -
Nautical Brass 5" Sextant With Beautiful Designer Wooden Box -
Nautical Sextant Vintage Marine Astrolabe Ship's Instruments with Box -
Vintage Maritime Brass Nautical Sextant Leather Case Kelvin Hughes London 1917 Genuine Leather Box With Solid Brass nautical Sextant -
Nautical Sextant Large Brass Navigation Instrument Sextant -
Nautical Brass Sextant With Wooden Box Real, Navigational, Marine Antique Sextant -
Nautical sextant - Antique Style Brass Pocket Sextant in wooden Box - collectible and Gift -
Nautical Sextant Vintage Marine Astrolabe Ship's Instruments -
Nautical Brass J. Scott Ship Working Sextant in Wooden Box with Two Extra Telescope -
Nautical Brass Sextant With Wooden Box | Navigational Sextant | Real Sextant | Vintage Antique Marine Sextant | Collectible Gift -
Nautical Tamaya Sextant 1712 | Working Sextant | Marine 9" Sextant With Black Powder Coated in Aluminum -
Nautical 5" Solid Brass Working Navigational KELVIN & HUGES LONDON 1917 Sextant In Black Antique -
Nautical Compass Sextant J. Scott London-Brass Astrolabe Ship's Instruments with box -
Nautical Hand-made Brass Sextant With Inbuilt Compass In Wooden box - Marine Astrolabe Model Sextant -
Nautical Brass Sextant Instrument with Wooden Box Marine Working Sextant 9" Fully Navigation Ship Astrolabe Sextant -
Nautical sextant brass solid working handmade antique boat navigation vintage -
Nautical brass marine vintage style 9" ship sextant astrolabe instruments with wooden box
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About Our Nautical Sextant
Maritime Heritage
The Retro Handicraft Nautical Sextant Collection is a tribute to the golden age of maritime exploration and traditional sea navigation. Our collection features handcrafted brass nautical sextants inspired by historic marine navigation instruments once used by sailors, explorers, and naval officers to determine latitude and navigate vast oceans.
Each sextant in our collection is carefully designed using solid brass, antique finishes, and precision detailing, making it ideal for vintage nautical décor, maritime instrument collectors, and enthusiasts of classic seafaring history. These replica nautical sextants combine historical accuracy with timeless craftsmanship, offering both decorative value and educational significance.
Perfect for nautical home décor, office desk displays, library styling, or maritime-themed interiors, our sextants also make thoughtful nautical gifts for sailors, history lovers, and collectors. Whether you are searching for a vintage brass sextant for display, a classic maritime navigation instrument replica, or an authentic nautical collectible, Retro Handicraft delivers enduring quality and old-world charm.
At Retro Handicraft, we take pride in preserving the artistry of traditional nautical instruments, bringing you sextants that reflect the spirit of adventure, precision navigation, and ocean exploration. Explore our Nautical Sextant Collection to own a piece of maritime heritage crafted for modern collectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Nautical Sextant collection
A nautical sextant is a traditional marine navigation instrument used to measure the angle between celestial bodies—such as the sun or stars—and the horizon. Historically, sailors used sextants to determine latitude and navigate the open seas. Today, sextants are popular as vintage nautical décor, educational tools, and collectible maritime instruments.
Yes, our nautical sextants are handcrafted using solid brass and antique-finished materials. Each piece in the Retro Handicraft collection is carefully made to reflect the design and craftsmanship of historic maritime navigation instruments, ensuring authenticity, durability, and timeless appeal.
Our sextants are decorative replica nautical instruments inspired by traditional designs. While they reflect the structure and detailing of functional sextants, they are primarily intended for display, décor, gifting, and educational purposes, making them ideal for collectors and nautical enthusiasts.
Many of our vintage brass nautical sextants are available with handcrafted wooden storage boxes, enhancing their presentation and making them perfect as nautical gifts or collector’s display pieces. Please refer to individual product descriptions for specific packaging details.
Our sextants are perfect for nautical home décor, including offices, libraries, study rooms, shelves, and maritime-themed interiors. They are also popular in hotels, restaurants, yachts, and coastal décor settings for adding classic maritime charm.
Retro Handicraft specializes in authentic handcrafted nautical instruments inspired by maritime history. Our Nautical Sextant Collection combines vintage design, quality materials, and skilled craftsmanship, offering timeless pieces that celebrate ocean exploration and seafaring heritage.
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