An image from a distant time, this Brass Timer with Compass calls to mind an elegant era of precision instruments made to last. Meticulously crafted from brass, glass and sheesham wood, the hourglass-style timer rotates freely in its stand. The sands run through the timer in about one minute. Below the timer, a functional compass is embedded in the wood base. Looking like something from a sea captain's quarters, this handsome device will make a unique gift for someone who appreciates fine craftsmanship.