Great Miniature Compass for Escape and Evasion, USAAF / USN Issue

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  • Great Miniature Compass for Escape and Evasion, USAAF / USN Issue
  • Great Miniature Compass for Escape and Evasion, USAAF / USN Issue
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Description

ARTIFACT:

Great United States Army Air Forces Escape and Evasion Miniature Compass. These secret 'North Seeking' magnetic compasses were issued to USAAF/USN, allies, paratroopers, etc. This is a classic design featuring a square plate with two dots of radium paint and a red tip indicating North. The most well-known versions of these secret compasses were hidden within the brass uniform buttons.

VINTAGE:

Circa WWII

SIZE:

Approximately 5/16" in diameter

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Brass, magnet, celluloid

ATTACHMENT:

None.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a USAAF/USN collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MBEX15 LADEX5/15

CONDITION:

8+ (Excellent): Evasion compass shows minor to moderate wear, overall excellent condition.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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