A. Lepetit Montrouge No. 76 Vintage Ship Navigation Instrument Marine Compass

Up for sale is a **rare vintage A. Lepetit Montrouge (Seine) No. 76 precision navigation instrument**, housed in its **original wooden storage box**. This historic piece of marine equipment was likely used on a **ship bridge or console mount** as part of a navigation or gyrocompass system. This exceptional collectible comes from **A. Berthelemy, Lorieux & P. Ponthus – Instruments de Précision**, known for their high-quality French engineering and precision maritime instruments. --- ⚓ **FEATURES & DETAILS** - Authentic vintage **A. Lepetit Montrouge (Seine) No. 76** - Original fitted **wooden storage box** with vintage French manufacturer label - Circular dial with **360-degree compass headings**, gisement markings, and calibrated rings - Heavy-duty black metal housing with brass electrical connectors - Dual plug connection points, likely for **ship power integration** - Compact bridge or console mount design - Original hardware, latches, and mounting brackets intact --- 📝 **HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE** This type of navigation instrument was used on **mid-20th century ships**, possibly **WWII or post-war commercial and military vessels**. It may have served as: - A **marine gyro repeater** - A **navigation plotting device** - A **directional heading reference unit** These instruments were critical for **precise maritime navigation** before the era of GPS and modern electronics. --- 📐 **DIMENSIONS (Approximate)** - Instrument Diameter: **9.5 inches (24 cm)** - Wooden Box: **11" x 11" x 6"** - Weight: **~6 lbs** --- 🛠 **CONDITION** - **Used vintage condition**, sold **AS-IS** and **untested** - Dial markings are clear and legible - Housing shows minor cosmetic wear consistent with age and use - Wood case is solid and sturdy with natural patina - Please **review photos carefully** to determine condition – item shown is exact item you will receive --- 🎯 **PERFECT FOR** - **Collectors of nautical and maritime antiques** - Ship or naval history enthusiasts - Museums or historical displays - Restoration projects - Industrial/steampunk décor - Unique nautical gift for boat owners or captains --- 📦 **SHIPPING** - Professionally packed for **safe and secure delivery** - **Ships with tracking** - Local pickup available for heavy/bulky items --- A. Lepetit Montrouge, vintage marine instrument, antique ship compass, French precision navigation tool, WWII era ship equipment, rare nautical collectible, bridge mount gyro repeater, vintage maritime navigation, antique marine gauge, French ship compass, collectible nautical instrument, marine navigation equipment, vintage navigation tool, steampunk industrial décor, WWII naval artifact, rare marine compass, A Berthelemy Lorieux P Ponthus, precision instruments France --- This **A. Lepetit Montrouge (Seine) No. 76 navigation instrument** is a fascinating artifact from a bygone era of **precision maritime navigation**. Whether you’re a collector, historian, or enthusiast, this is a **rare opportunity** to own an authentic piece of nautical history.

Condition

Used (normal wear)