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Reeds Sextant Simplified (Paperback)
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Reeds Sextant Simplified (Paperback)
Series: Reeds Professional
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How a sextant works and how to get the most out of it. The sextant
is the treasured navigational device of generations of seamen and
airmen. It enables position to be determined with good accuracy for
ocean navigation, and it was the combination of sextant and
chronometer that allowed safe navigation of the oceans for
generations of seafarers. Despite the accuracy and ease of use of
electronic navigation systems, every navigator should be able to
use a sextant. It could even save your life in the event of
electronics failure. This book describes how a sextant works,
provides practical tips and advice on using it, explains how to
read as well as take sights, how to make adjustments and correct
errors, and finally advises on how to handle and care for the
instrument. Originally written by the late Captain O M Watts, this
new edition has been entirely rewritten by Dag Pike, a seaman and
navigator of great experience. He is perhaps best known as the
navigator of Virgin Atlantic Challenger on its successful record
attempt. 'An enormously useful guide' - Fishing Boat World
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