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I have found several crash test manikin heads and parts over the years but this has got to be the most interesting one I have run into. When I got the head I thought it was interesting as it has the original base that has angle markings to show impact positions of the head when testing it.
Another unique feature is that it has the aluminum structure inside the rubber skin. The metal housing held the electronic components used to measure the data during test crashes. I was curious and wanted to see the inner head only to be surprised it was a skull form.
Even inside of the rubber skin you can see the skull form pattern. Usually the ones I have seen have a metal head form that mimics the outer head but this one has its own metal skull that is part of this head. Such a great and unique crash test manikin head with a special surprise. I put the skull back it the head but if you would like you can take the outer skin off to show the inner form. The back of the cranium can one off via an Allan wrench to expose the inner cavity.
Measures: about an average mans head
As shown on base about 11.5” H
Vault of the heavens large lucite globe (36” diameter) consist of a 6” earth at the center that is suspended on a shaft that can be controlled by a knob at the bottom. The universe sphere is printed with celestial bodies through and technical markings to set coordinates to the earth. A valuable tool that is often used in naval training to show how one can find positions using the stars.
This model is quite a rare sized one— mainly made for institutions like schools or government offices. Although some of the smaller sizes can be found locating a 36” globe is quite tough to find, especially this earlier 1963 model.
I had to locate some missing components for this globe to complete it and now it is restored . The acrylic base is an authentic Farquhar base for a medium globe but works well for this larger globe (as a static display)—this is the only part that slightly different than its intended base but I like that it is acrylic and matches the globe.
Some scuffs on the outer acrylic but typical with age and not distracting from the object. The acrylic sphere is in very good condition and can come apart in two halves if disassembly is needed. Some metal components have signs of oxidation and have been lightly oiled to condition the metal . Comes as shown.
Measures 36” Diameter
If purchasing please contact for as shipping quote as this piece will have to be handled carefully —local pickups are welcome