The historic Boatswain (Bosun) Whistle, reproduced here in solid brass and gleaming copper, is a classic tool aboard any sailing vessel. Used by the ship’s boatswain to send out calls to the sailors, the high pitched variable whistle carrying above the roar of the ocean, this whistle was vital to ri...

NS-0444 Features: -Polished brass body and mechanisms.-Glass optics for a clear view (not plastic lenses).-Solid rosewood box lined with felt to store sextant.-Brass anchor emblem inset in face of rosewood box.-Fully functional sextant operates like a real navigational tool.-This functional sextant...

Teak is one of the world's most desired hardwoods. Its naturally high oil content makes it incredibly durable. Teak resists warping, rotting, termites and other insects. Teak will last for decades. Teak can withstand the most extreme weather conditions including salt, sun, snow and rain. Because of...

An ever-widening range of materials is being used by today's crafters to weave and coil baskets and to decorate gourds. Over 350 color images display the raw materials, techniques for their use, and final works of art created with them. Along with traditional materials such as reeds, white oak, ash,...