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Finding Unique Marine Treasures In Salvaged Ship Items

Finding Unique Marine Treasures in Salvaged Ship Items

It is not quite surprising how many useful and exquisite items one can reclaim from a disabled and retired vessel that have served its purpose for decades or more. Designed by innovators and built by talented craftsmen using only the first-rate materials for durability, the ship itself and everything in it were created to survive extreme weather conditions at sea and the inevitable wear and tear. From nautical items like clocks and compass, to pulleys, anchors and ship wheels, one can expect these items to have stood the test of time. Some are even of antique origin, as old as one hundred years or more. This only goes to show how long-lasting these items are.

The cargo lights, for example, are common salvaged items from ships. Usually used in the deck area and passageways or to light cargo holds, these splendid and functional fittings come in various forms, sizes, and materials. Some of them are made of brass, aluminum, galvanized or stainless steel, others are made of copper. They also vary in terms of type, as some are electric running cargo lights, while the others are oil burning lanterns. Some of them, however, are originally operated by oil and are just converted to electric for a more practical use.

Not all who shop for salvaged ship items are after their usage, though. Although the point has been made that recovered artifacts and other fittings can still be used, some prefer to keep them, or display them as part of their collection. As a collector, for example, wouldn’t it thrill you to own a vintage cargo light that dates way back early 1900's? Wouldn’t an antique ship compass made of brass look good on your living room display? How about a blueprint or the original deck plan framed on your wall? These things surely would cost you a fortune, but nothing is as satisfying as owning a one-of-a-kind precious item to add up to your vast collection. Exquisite antique items are meant to be shown off, after all.

It takes a great deal of hard work for the recovery, removal, and transfer of these kinds of materials. Imagine travelling across thousands of miles at sea to hunt for the finest fittings and unique marine valuables. These are not only delicate items, but massive as well. The anchors, for instance, can weigh as much as five metric tons. The same goes with the chains that are made up of iron. This is not as easy as some might think it is. After the retrieval of the items, they then have to be transferred to the yard for proper handling before they fall into your hands when you buy them. Each salvaged ship item is truly a treasure in itself.

Whether you are a businessman, a collector, or even just a budding enthusiast, there is surely a salvaged ship item that will tickle your fancy. Browse through collections online, and who knows? One purchase might lead to another, and eventually turn you into an avid collector.

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