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What should a beginner look for in a sextant?

I have an interest in sextants and how they work, mostly from reading the Horatio Hornblower novels.
I know that sextants are still sold, and while I am sure that are not nearly as precise as GPS is nowadays it would still be a fun project to learn how to use them.
~~What should a beginner look for when purchasing their first sextant?~~

I have an interest in sextants and how they work, mostly from reading the Horatio Hornblower novels.
I know that sextants are still sold. While I am sure that are not nearly as precise as GPS is nowadays, it would still be a fun project to learn how to use them.
What should a beginner look for when purchasing their first sextant?

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