Walker's Cherub II Ship Log

Brass log register. Main dial graduated to 100 miles in 1 mile divisions. Small dial graduated to 1 mile in tenths. Fitted with swivel mounting bracket.
Galvanised (steel) governor with spoked wheel 10.5" (26.7cm) diameter and approx. 16" of woven line attached. Hook and eye for connection to rotator and register.
Two anodised metal rotators with four fins. Length 14" (35.5cm) and approx. 26" of woven line attached to nose of rotator, with shell for connection to log line.
In wooden fitted box containing: 3 x register dial glasses; 2 x brass shoes; 4 x brass screws; 1 x hook. Instructions for use.

Object Details

ID: NAV0754
Type: Mechanical log
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Thomas Walker & Son Ltd
Date made: circa 1910
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 200 mm x 475 mm x 305 mm
Parts: Walker's Cherub II Ship Log