Mechanical log
Brass recording log by Edward Massey, described as "New Patent Yacht Log". This log appears to be a predecessor of the Walker Harpoon Log, from which it differs only in minor respects e.g. pointed at both ends, and a cap to cover the front end of the revolving portion.
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Object Details
ID: | NAV0732 |
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Type: | Mechanical log |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Massey, Edward |
Date made: | circa 1870 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall: 381 mm x 45 mm; 381 mm |