F.L. WEST. "31, Lock Spur, FL. London" - Sundial Compass

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Michael1981
Posted by Michael1981
11 years ago
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F.L. WEST. '31, Lock Spur, FL. London' - Brass Sundial Compass

 

Dimensions: 6.3cm x 6.3cm x 2cm

 

The dial for the compass is still in working order, including the set screw, it has slight petina on the outside and rim of the base surrounding the sundial and the level. The hinges for both level and sundial are working fine.

My family and I are very interested in finding out more of "The Story" behind the compass itself and the maker. In order to advertise this item correctly to potential buyers we would like to know as much as possible for them and also for our own general knowledge. 

 

Any help with this beautiful and intriguing item would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you 

Michael Taylor
Category Maps, Charts, and Nautical
Medium Brass
Distinguishing marks F.L. WEST. '31, Lock Spur, FL. London'
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 6.3cm x 6.3cm x 2cm
Weight Approx: 100 Grams
History The face is marked "F. L. West, 31 Lock Spur, FL. London" just like the original was. The "wing" of the sundial folds up to cast appropriate shadows, and the sundial's plate is also hinged so that it may be adjusted to the appropriate angle as indicated by the built-in fold-out scale.

I have found many reproductions and replicas but this seems to be very different to all of them.
Price Paid (If known) $50
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Submitted by Rovers

Hello, First time user of this site. I have just bought one of these from a charity shop and I too would like more information. 

I googled old compass and the address 31 lock spur and this site came up. Does anybody know anything about this.

 

Mine is in a wooden box but the glass has been cracked unfortunately.

 

thanks.
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