Altitude guide: the 838–880 series and what "front access", "open dial", Hi-Sensitiv and Cardinals mean

Altitude is the most complete French brass-instrument brand in our catalogue: from ø71 to ø224 mm. We explain the series and the terms in the product sheet so you can choose with confidence.

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Nautical guides

Delite instruments: Clausen, Zealand or Royal Mariner — which series to choose

The Danish house Delite makes four families of its own instruments: the minimalist Clausen, the classic Zealand, the Royal Mariner portholes and the Pocket Watch series. We help you choose yours.

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Nautical guides

Ship's clocks and barometers for expats in Spain: Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol and the Balearics

A home or a boat on the Mediterranean deserves real marine instruments. Which clock, barometer or hygrometer to choose, how to care for brass by the sea, and how we deliver — insured, VAT included, with English-speaking support.

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Nautical guides

Where to buy Schatz 1881 in Spain: original ship's clocks and barometers

Schatz 1881 is the benchmark ship's clock brand, yet it is surprisingly hard to find in Spain. Here is why — and where to buy the full range with insured delivery.

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Nautical guides

Oil lamp maintenance: wick, oil and cleaning

A well-kept oil lamp lasts generations. Which oil to use, how to trim the wick and how to avoid smoke.

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Nautical guides

Brass, chrome or antique bronze: which finish to choose

The finish decides the character of your marine instrument. We compare polished brass, chrome, steel and antique bronze.

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Nautical guides

Delite: Danish design for life by the sea

Storm glasses, oil lamps and the Schatz 1881 legacy: Danish house Delite unites craftsmanship and maritime hygge.

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Nautical guides

VION: nautical precision from Paris

Polished stainless steel, crisp dials and renowned compasses: meet VION, the Parisian marine instrument house.

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Nautical guides

Schatz 1881: a century and a half of ship's clocks

From Germany's Black Forest to yacht saloons around the world: the story of the definitive ship's clock brand.

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Nautical guides

Nautical gifts: ideas that never miss

From storm glass to brass bell: gift ideas for sailors and sea lovers, for every budget.

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Nautical guides
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