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Reed's Sextant Simplified

Reed's Sextant Simplified

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"Reed's Sextant Simplified" by Dag Pike is a book focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for readers interested in this subject.

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. Book jacket.

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Best For: Sailors and navigators interested in traditional navigation methods
Focus: Using a sextant for accurate ocean navigation
Covers: Basic principles and practical use of the sextant
Why It Matters: Provides essential skills for navigation independent of electronic systems, important for safety at sea

"Reed's Sextant Simplified" by Dag Pike is a book focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for readers interested in this subject.

Topic: Equipment & Methods

Author: Dag Pike

Who this is for:

  • Students
  • Educators
  • Interested readers

Why this book matters: It offers useful subject matter and structured coverage for readers looking to explore the topic in more depth.

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. Book jacket.

AuthorDag Pike
PublisherSheridan House, Inc.
Published2003
ISBN-139781574091687
BindingPaperback
Pages118
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicEquipment & Methods

Format: Paperback

Length: 118 pages

Language: English

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