West Sea Co

West Sea Company is San Diego's premier nautical antiques specialist, operating since 1979 as the largest brick-and-mortar store dedicated exclusively to genuine maritime artifacts and scientific antiques. Their curated inventory spans 24 categories including scrimshaw, ship relics, nautical instruments, maritime art, vintage photography, and period furniture. With over 13,100 items sold and 6,245+ satisfied customers including museums and institutions, they maintain an exceptionally current inventory—updating their website daily and removing sold items within 30 days. This focused, single-owner shop offers authentic pieces for serious collectors and institutions.