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Discover ACME Maritime & Aquatic Whistles
- July 12, 2022
With an impressive 150-year pedigree, ACME is the number one manufacturer of beautiful, exceptional whistles in the world. Not only are our whistles reliable, gorgeously made and honed to perfection, many of them also have a fascinating history. For example, our Metropolitan police whistle has been an icon of policing in the United Kingdom since the Victorian era, and the ever-popular ACME Thunderer has called time on some of the most important World Cup football matches and sporting events in living memory.
Perhaps one of our more unusual yet enduring whistle designs is the boatswain’s (or bosun’s) whistle. This whistle has a sound unlike any other in the world, and is steeped in a rich history. In ancient times, similar whistles were used by the Greeks and Romans to convey orders to oarsmen aboard their vast galleys. The beauty of these piping whistles is that the sound was able to carry over the background noises aboard such vessels, allowing commands to be followed without confusion.
The beauty of the boatswain’s call
Our boatswain’s pipes are modelled on these ancient pipes, but of course we have been able to use modern techniques to make them more effective and even more beautiful. So enduring and popular is this design that they have been in production since the 19th Century and are still used today by various admiralties and Naval forces worldwide. They are still made in our UK factory by highly skilled craftspeople, using many of the original machines and techniques.
The bosun’s pipe is not only a whistle or a decorative item, it is a versatile musical instrument capable of producing a huge variety of sounds. As such, they are supplied with detailed instructions to enable you to produce the full range of sounds that these pipes are famous for. You will soon become an expert in the correct hand placement, blow rates and call patterns to get the most out of this historic whistle.
Whether you have an interest in Naval history, are a musician looking to make use of an exciting and fascinating instrument, or simply love the way these handsome whistles look, you can be assured that every single one of our boatswain’s call whistles has been tested and quality assured before it leaves our factory floor.
ACME maritime and aquatic whistles
If you live, work, or take recreational time around the sea or other large bodies of water you will know that the conditions can often be difficult. Cold winds, salt water and high levels of background noise place rigorous demands on any and all equipment being used in such settings. We understand the importance of reliable, high performance equipment in these demanding settings and have designed a complete range of maritime and aquatic whistles to deliver the performance you need every time in terms of sound quality, build quality, and general performance.
Aside from our iconic bosun’s call whistle, we also manufacture pealess whistles that are perfect for these challenging conditions such as our Tornado T2000 whistle. Loud enough to be heard over the sounds of crashing waves and made from extremely tough materials to deliver perfect performance - even after complete submersion in salt water - our marine and aquatic whistles will never let you down. Whether you are a poolside lifeguard, a keen kayaker, or have a need for a water-safe whistle in your survival pack, you are in good hands when you choose an ACME Marine & Aquatic Whistle.
If you are struggling to choose the right marine or aquatic whistle for the job then please do get in touch with us. Our team are experts in placing the right whistle in the right hands and will be able to share their knowledge and experience with you to help you make the right choice every time.