WWII‎ 1943 Husun Sextant by Henry Hughes & Son – Boxed w/ Docs & Accessories

Assigned to SS John Chandler during WW2 Up for sale is an original WWII-era "Husun" Three-Circle Sextant, Serial No. 36197, manufactured by Henry Hughes & Son Ltd., London, and certified on August 17, 1943. This professional-grade nautical instrument is housed in its original dovetailed mahogany box with green felt lining and compartments for included accessories. 🔹 Features: • Original micrometer endless tangent screw • Dated and signed calibration certificate (Aug 1943) • 2.5x telescope, 7° field of view • Brass fittings and filter assemblies • Multiple original accessories and lenses • "Husun" and "Henry Hughes & Son Ltd." markings • Matching serial number on sextant and certificate 📜 Provenance: • Original purchase invoice from Steel & Chalmers (£18 in 1943) • U.S. Customs document (Dec 1943) from Norfolk, VA, linked to SS John Chandler and a 3rd Officer, confirming naval use and WWII transport 📦 Condition: • Structurally excellent with no cracks or major damage • Original patina on brass and black finish • Some age-related wear consistent with service use • All mechanical parts appear intact; untested for optical calibration