TSK Taffrail Log

TSK Taffrail LogThis is a brass taffrail log manufactured by TSK in Yokohama Japan. The model is T. S. Ship Log, Type E and was used on ships to measure distance through water. The number of times the spinner turned in the water would register on the meter as miles traveled. I have not been able to test it so I don't know it's working condition. The log measures 10 1 2" deep, and is 6" wide with a 4" dial. It weighs 13 lbs. It comes with one brass spinner that is 14"

& is between 13 and 14 inches wide including the netting

& is between 9 and 10 inches wide including the netting

If this happens I will be happy to send you pictures at your request

This is a new production bronze piling light stamped NEILSEN-OSLO-HELSINKI

Most of these were used in commercial long line fishing in coastal Aisa from the late 1950"s on

They are very robust lights weighing approximately 14 lbs

The light has some small dents and dings from years at sea which really add to the character of this light

The color of the float is dependent on the color of the glass bottles the were ground up to make the float

These are great display pieces that are becoming popular as door handles as well as nautical decorating

and is 6" wide with a 4" dial

It was hand blown into a two piece mold & has a glass plug sealed in the bottom of the float

This is a polished brass cleat that measures 4" long