OBJECTS OF DESIRE

NAUTICAL WATCHES

The Solent watch takes inspiration from the “story of ambition and determination” of Sir Alec Rose, says manufacturer Marloe, while its sibling the Dart watch features the lat and long of the mouth of the River Dart in Devon, UK. £349

marloewatchcompany.com

THE EYE

Artist Marina Syntelis launched at the Southampton Boat Show last September, where she sold 54 paintings. Visitors will have also seen her ‘hyper-real’ works on show at BoatLife Live, in Birmingham, England. The Papillon Gallery has a virtual 3D gallery of her work on its website. This painting, The Eye, “causes a lot of emotion in men”, says the gallery. Better on your wall than in front of your bow. From £884

thepapillon.gallery

BRASS FOG HORN

Rather than bellowing at fellow regatta competitors, at moments when they need reminding of the rules, consider bringing out this brass fog horn, a replica of a traditional style, to awaken them from their competitive slumbers. Useful, too, when crossing the English Channel or navigating the coast of Maine. £21

thenauticalcompany.com

HARBOUR PUZZLE

One of two sailing puzzles we take enjoyment in featuring this month, this 1,000-piece one “will transport you to a coastal town harbour complete with boats, a lighthouse and sunbathers on the beach”. The puzzle also comes with a matching poster of the fi nished design and a trivia sheet “to expand your knowledge”. Size 68cm x 49cm. £18

talkingtables.co.uk

SHIPPING FORECAST PUZZLE

A must for all those who can recite the BBC Shipping Forecast areas o by heart, which includes most UK sailors, this is a colourful, 1,000-piece puzzle designed and made in Devon. Size 66x50cm. £25