Polished brass Acme thunderer 60.5 whistle on white background
Video of sound of polished brass Acme thunderer 60.5 whistle on white background

Acme Thunderer 60.5 Whistle

$18.00
Acme Whistles

The world’s first official sports whistle, Acme's 60.5 Thunderer has been trusted by sports officiators and referees since 1884. It continues to feature in major sporting events around the globe, recognized for its unmistakable sound and enduring reliability.

A small solid brass pea whistle, the 60.5 has a high-pitched tone with a bold, commanding call—so you can signal clearly and confidently.

Want to hear the 60.5 in action? Visit our video on the second slide. Or, click play here. (Warning: It's loud!)

Materials

polished brass, cork pea
Specifications
  • approx. 1.8" long
  • made in England
Further Reading

With roots in Birmingham, England since 1870, Acme Whistles has set the standard for enduring quality and expert craftsmanship. Renowned for their reliability and distinct sound, each whistle is forged from solid metal and hand-finished by skilled artisans—reflecting a heritage of excellence passed down over five generations. 

For more English-made whistles and signaling tools, explore our full Acme collection.
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