95: A 19 C. BRASS TRAFFAIL SHIP'S LOG SIGNED JOHN BLISS CO

The four-bladed trailer connected by braided rope to the brass cased log with three dials on porcelain enamel plaque lettered with maker's name and patent dates, made in America circa 1880.
Measures 36 x 4.5 inches.
Good condition noting hairline cracks in the enamel and cloudiness of the glass along with other effects and evidence if age and use.
Provenance: The Paul Vardeman Marine Antiques Collection.
$150 - $250