wheel, steering

Object/Artifact

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum

2004.04.13

Name/Title

wheel, steering

Entry/Object ID

2004.04.13

Description

Wood and brass steering wheel from small personnel boat used in Second World War. Measures 15" across with six 5" steering spokes around wheel. Also comes with washer and screw. Comes from a D-day landing craft.

Collection

Captain LeRoy Platt Collection

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Date Examined

Jun 19, 2006

Examined By

Troy Rohrs

Notes

Steering wheel still in very good condition for its age- Grain still visivle on wood, although brass in the center is somewhat tarnished with age.

Reason for Exam

Routine Report

Overall Condition

Good

Date Examined

Jun 19, 2006

Examined By

Troy Rohrs

Cleanliness

Tarnish

Surface

Good condition

Materials

Good

Structure

Good

Parts

All pieces (one wheel, screw, and washer)

Notes

Steering wheel for small naval vessel. Made of wood and brass, still in very good condition, only brass in center is tarnished. Parts Missing: Just the boat it came from!