For thousands of years, sailors have navigated by the sun and stars. In 1699, Isaac Newton discovered the principle of measuring angles by double reflection and constructed an instrument to do so. Today, although navigation is done largely with GPS, no self-respecting mariner would be without a sextant. We found a handful of mil-spec Soviet-era sextants in a Navy supply depot. Modeled after units produced by Carl Plath of Hamburg, Germany (the Mercedes-Benz of sextants). Produced in `50s-`80s and in excellent condition, each complete with a 4x40 telescope, (shown) or with a Galiean/atronomical telescope (used for solar sightings), horizon/index mirrors, filters, micrometer scale. Complete with original wooden case. A must for any serious nautical instrument collector. We have just a few. Comparable sextants sold elsewhere for double our price. Colors may vary.

These brand new, unissued holsters are identical to those used by Warsaw Pact army officers. The resting place for the famous Makarov pistol (also fits Walther PPK and Mauser HSC). Brass trimmings. Handy magazine pouch sewn on the side. Dual riveted leather loops will fit most belts. 7"e;x5½"e;. We have very few and they'll go fast at this low price!

Cordura® nylon sheath with belt loop. (Machete sold separately.)

KM-32 oxygen masks, now nearly impossible to find, come complete with hoses/fittings. Rubber masks are cloth-lined, a touch of luxury you'll appreciate if you've spent any time with a raw rubber mask strapped to your face! Excellent condition.

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These Soviet soldier's brass belt buckles and 2"e; wide leather belts were produced before the collapse of the USSR but were never issued. A fashion statement sure to be noticed. Fits up to size 40.

Sailor caps, dubbed "e;Donald Ducks,"e; with Soviet insignia and rare Pacific Fleet ribbon. (Make notation of your hat size below. Don't forget to push the "e;Update"e; button!)

These old-fashioned copper "e;hard-hat"e; diving helmets were originally constructed for Russian Navy Special Forces, who required protection from the extraordinary pressure (up to 7 atmospheres) incurred on extreme-depth dives of 200'. We rescued a few from a Navy surplus warehouse in St. Petersburg. Most are in perfect/unissued condition and arrived coated in the original cosmoline grease, which protects the metal from tarnishing. We have hand-polished them and, in time, they'll develop a beautiful patina. Front and dual side windows with rubber gaskets and brass frames. Approximately 19"e; high and 44"e; in circumference. Weighs a massive 32 lbs. Three 1"e; diameter bolts connect the helmet to the 58"e; circumference neck/shoulder mounting platform. Quantities extremely limited.(This item requires an extra $10 for shipping in the Continental U.S.)

Army brass belt buckle only.

Brass belt buckle only.

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