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1930s A. SCHRADER and SONS US NAVY DEEP WATER PORTABLE DIVING PUMP.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:4,000.00 USD Estimated At:5,000.00 - 10,000.00 USD
1930s A. SCHRADER and SONS US NAVY DEEP WATER PORTABLE DIVING PUMP.
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(1930s) A absolutely gorgeous, original US Navy dual-diver air pump apparatus. In its original oak case with much of its original parts and hardware. This incredible piece has been in the Oceanic Arts nautical collection for over 50 years. Schrader stamped parts, wood cylinder cranks, brass crank covers and manufacturer tags, it also retains its original instruction placard under the hood lid. The whole case is edge lined with brass guard covers - a rare feature. The pressure gauges are not present.The wood is beautiful and it appears this has seen little use over the years. The brass latches and iron carrying rings are intact. Both wood capped flywheel handles are removable and stowed away in the case. Flywheels move freely. Water cistern is intact. The lower door appears to be a very well matched replacement as there are no port holes for the air hoses. These Shrader pumps are very rare and highly coveted. This condition is almost unheard of. Specimens of this type are only seen in very high-end private collections or museums. This pump is not being sold as fully operational and diving in LA River with it is highly discouraged. The good news is A. Schrader & Son's, established in 1887, is still in business today, providing guidance and manufacturing parts to restore their old products such as pumps and diver's helmets. Very heavy and will require special freight considerations. 59"x50"x31" as shown. VG+ with typical wear.