If I am out-and-about and I see the an antique store, nine times out of ten I will just keep on driving. Generally, it is the same type of old lady vibe with little of interest to a man like myself. That said, if you ever find yourself in Chatham, Cape Cod make a point to visit Kahn Fine Antiques. The shop — which specializes in nautical items and Americana — is one of my favorite things in one of my favorite places. Growing up I spent a lot of summers on the Cape and I remember even at a young age being obsessed with New England whaling history and accoutrement. Kahn’s has an amazing selection and knowledge of the arena, so much in fact that the antiques certainly carry a price. Even so, it is always nice to escape into the 1800s (1600s?) with a visit to their shop. In a pinch you can just peruse the goods like the items pictured here in via the store’s website. Some of my favorites below.
Antique Ship-in-a-Bottle Circa 1900.
An American 13 Star Yacht Ensign Made by Annin & Co., New York, circa 1865-1870
A fine Cased Pair of Over and Under Boxlock Percussion Pistols by John Blisset, London, c. 1840
Hand Carved Eagle made by J.P. Uranker of Martha's Vineyard
An early 19th century Dovetailed Sailor's Chest with Wonderful Ropework Beckets
Leather Shotgun Case
Leather Shotgun Case
75¢ extra for your lady friend
Early 20th century English Pond Boat
Set of Sperm Whale Teeth
Late 19th century English Leather Officer's Boot Trunk circa 1875
An English Ship Builder's Style Half Hull Model
Civil War Era Scrimshawed Whale Bone
