Antique Brass Compass with 40-Year Calendar | Wooden Box, Handcrafted | Collector’s & Executive Gift

Description

This remarkable piece blends classic exploration tools with clever design. The solid brass, finished with an antique patina, houses not only a reliable Stanley London style compass but also a unique long-term calendar and a touch of literary charm.

Navigate, Calculate, Contemplate:

• Ingenious Calendar Cap: The removable lid is intricately designed as a 40-year perpetual calendar (2005-2044), allowing quick day-of-the-week calculation by aligning year and month.
• Classic “Stanley London” Compass Dial: Beneath, a beautifully detailed compass rose with clear markings and a responsive needle provides traditional directional guidance.
• Secret Poetic Inscription: The inner surface of the cap is engraved with a thoughtful poem, adding an unexpected element of reflective charm.
• Authentic Antique Brass Craftsmanship: Constructed from weighty, durable brass with an antique finish that evokes the feel of a cherished historical artifact.
• Protective Wooden Keepsake Box: Arrives in a finely crafted wooden box, enhancing its gift appeal and providing elegant storage for this unique instrument.

Perfect For:

• An intriguing and sophisticated addition to any executive desk, study, or personal collection of curiosities.
• Gifting to individuals who appreciate history, craftsmanship, engineering, or unique, multi-functional items.
• Marking significant milestones, graduations, retirements, or as a corporate gift with a difference.
• Anyone who enjoys the blend of practical utility and nostalgic design.

Quick Specs:

• • Material: Brass (Compass), Wood (Box)
  • Finish: Antique
  • Dimensions (Compass):
    • Diameter: Approx. 7.5 cm / 2.9 in
    • Thickness: Approx. 2 cm / 0.8 in
  • Weight (Compass only): Approx. 180 g / 0.4 lbs
  • Calendar Range: 2005 – 2044
  • Condition: New
  • Heads up: This is a new item with an antique finish. For basic orientation; not a precision navigational device. The calendar requires manual setting.