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CARING FOR YOUR GLOBE

For non-illuminated globes and globes with hand-applied maps, use a dry cloth to remove household dust and markings. For illuminated globes, household dust can be removed with a dry cloth, though you may wish occasionally to use a slightly dampened cloth to remove fingerprints or smudges. Do not use industrial or even household cleaners that contain alcohol or any solvent. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight to preserve the rich colors of your globe map.

Replacement bulbs can be found at any hardware or lighting store. Some of our illuminated globes use a 15 watt up to 25 watt candelabra light bulb and others require a standard light bulb. Please follow these guidelines: do not use more than a 15 or 25 watt bulb for a 12” globe, a 40 watt bulb for a 20” globe, or a 75 watt bulb for a 32” globe.

THE UPDATABLE GLOBE PROGRAM

Replogle wants to help you keep your globe as up-to-date and accurate as the day you bought it. As a Replogle globe owner, you are eligible for 50% off the retail value of a new globe ball or ball and ring through our Updatable Globe Program. To take advantage of this program, available in USA and Canada, make note of your globe model (5-digit number on carton) and the month and date of purchase and keep this information in a safe place. If a change occurs in the world, you can request an update by contacting support@americanglobes.com.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHY ARE GLOBES TILTED?
Most Replogle® globes are made to tilt at an angle of 23.5º to match the actual tilt of the earth in relationship to our sun. Incidentally, it is this tilting of the earth relative to the sun, rather than its changing distance from the sun, that causes the seasons to change and gives us more daylight hours at certain times of the year.

HOW DOES ONE FIND A PLACE ON A GLOBE?
Because a globe is round with no beginning or end, there are two imaginary reference lines from which all distances and locations are determined - the equator and prime meridian. Both the equator and the prime-meridian intersect at point “0”, where all numbering starts with longitude and latitude lines. Locations are uniquely identified on any globe by the point where the longitude and latitude lines intersect, i.e., Dallas, Texas is located 33º north (latitude) 97º west (longitude).

Equator: Runs east and west around the exact middle of the globe.
Prime Meridian: Imaginary line running from pole to pole and passing through Greenwich, England.
Longitude: Imaginary lines running parallel with the prime meridian through each pole and numbered in 15º increments.
Latitude: Imaginary lines running around the globe parallel to the equator and are numbered at 10º or 15º increments.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A BEIGE AND A BLUE COLORED GLOBE?
Antique, beige colored globes are produced to resemble ancient parchment, with an “Old World” appearance often preferred in home or office settings. The geographic information is up-to-date and the antique appearance is done for its esthetic appeal. The blue globes have ocean areas in blue and usually consist of highly contrasting, colorful, political boundaries. The youth market often prefers the realistic appearance of these globes.

WHAT IS THAT LITTLE ROUND DIAL AT THE NORTH POLE?
It’s called a time dial and is used to compare time around the world.

WHY DO SOME GLOBES HAVE A METAL RING OR SEMI-RING AROUND THEM?
Most Replogle® globes have a metal ring either full circle or half (semi) circle. These rings are called meridians and they are generally numbered in degrees from 0º at the equator to 90º at either pole. Originally, meridians were used to help locate positions on the globe, but since Replogle® globes have the longitude and latitude lines on the maps, the numbers on the meridian have become less important. The ring itself still serves to hold the globe ball in position.

WHICH PLACE NAMES ARE USED ON OUR GLOBES?
Subject to space limitations, we attempt to list all nations and capitals, then the biggest city in that country or state, or an important city. There are more names on the coastline because there is room for them. If a city has some importance other than size or a capital, then it’s added. The US Government has a list of names for cities and countries outside North America that they call ‘conventional’ names. They are easier to understand than the literal translation and are why our maps show Finland, for example, and not Suomi.

WHAT ARE THE RAISED RELIEF FEATURES ON SOME GLOBES?
Globes with raised relief better emphasize the mountainous areas of the world. They are there so that you can see and feel the mountains although their actual height on the globe does not have any relationship to the true relative heights of the mountain ranges. Raised relief is found on 9", 12" and 16" diameter non-illuminated press craft globes and on 12” and 16” vinyl globes. On a smaller globe, it would be difficult to maintain any degree of accuracy. On a very large diameter globe, i.e., 20" & 32", the method of manufacturing doesn’t lend itself to incorporating this feature.

WHY A GLOBE INSTEAD OF AN ATLAS?
An atlas complements a globe and a globe complements an atlas. When used together, each has features that become excellent references and teaching tools. The advantage of a globe is that the world in its entirety is depicted on a sphere, showing land masses, countries and regions in true proportion. In addition, globes are an attractive decorative accessory for both home and office.

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A COMPASS ROSE ON A MAP?
The compass rose was traditionally used on early maps to designate wind direction and intensity at different parts of the world. Replogle continues to place a compass rose on many globe maps for its beauty and information.

  MODEL SHIPS

HOW ARE THE MODELS MADE?

All ship models are handmade from scratch by skillful and experienced craftsmen, fully assembled and ready for display. They are built according to scale of the origin ships through original plans or pictures using the plank-on-frame construction method. The hull is joined by multiple pieces of dry thin wood glued together . Inside the hull, high quality epoxy is used. This helps the thin wood bars to bond close to one another and not split, crack or twist even in variable climatic conditions.

Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each one goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop.

WHAT MATERIALS ARE USED?

Only the highest quality woods like rosewood, blackwood, ebony blackwood, mahogany, teak, jackwood, linen, etc. are used. All the wood types are naturally seasoned and kiln-dried before use to make sure that the completed products withstand any climate.

HOW ARE THE PRODUCTS PACKED FOR SHIPPING?

Each product is individually packed in well-cushioned carton box to protect them from damage if the shipment is accidentally tipped over, dropped, or has heavy objects placed on it. A wooden frame is used for yachts and ships with simple details, they are packed with masts folding down. Foam cushioning is placed around the item for maximum protection.

HOW ARE THE PRODUCTS SHIPPED?

For small shipment, we ship out by DHL or FedEx ground, in Norrth America. For larger orders, including international locations, we ship by common carrier, freight.

WHAT ABOUT DISPLAY CASES?

Recommended by many experts, it is a good idea to place the model ships in display cases to increase their values and also to prevent dust.

Please contact us with any questions you might have.