Antique Brass WW2 1940 Navigation World War II Soldiers Military Thumb Compass

Description

View Antique Brass WW2 1940 Navigation World War II Soldiers Military Thumb Compass with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The front sight has a magnifier to simultaneously view the magnetic heading when taking a sight. The lid of the compass has a glass window with a line etched into the glass for use as a rear sight. The outside of the compass has a brass guard to protect the glass. Soldiers Military Thumb Compass with Beautiful Brass Anchor Engraved Hardwood Box Vintage Brass WW2 1940 Navigation World War II .  Condition is New  Dispatched Same Day Via Royal Mail Recorded Delivery. The Hampton Nautical Solid Brass Military Compass is a true gem for any engineer. The compass card has the standard 0 - 360 degree scale, as well as the 0 - 64 Mil scale (one yard at 1,000 yards). The cardinal points are luminous for easy viewing in the dark, and the compass features a standard glass bezel with two lines at 45-degree angles. The bezel also rotates with detents so you can change the heading reference a known amount without looking at the compass. The front sight has a magnifier to simultaneously view the magnetic heading when taking a sight. Folding the sight down operates a needle lift mechanism to protect the compass bearing. On the side of the compass is a needle freeze mechanism to hold a reading. The lid of the compass has a glass window with a line etched into the glass for use as a rear sight. The outside of the compass has a brass guard to protect the glass. "DUTY/TAXES ARE FREE SERVICES FOR U.S BUYER ONLY" Condition: NEW. Category: Antiques › Maritime › Maritime Compasses.

Primary Material

Brass, Glass, Leather

Country/Region of Origin

India

Military Branch

US Navy

Original/Reproduction

Antique Reproduction

Features

Engraved, Handmade, With Case

Time Period, War

2022

Maker

Handmade

Country of Origin

India