Compass

World War One British Army officer's dry compass. Housed in a case similar to that of a pocket watch this compass has a magnetised dial card mounted on a sharp pivot to allow it to rotate freely. When the lid is closed, a small lever raises the needle from the pivot stopping any movement inside the case.

Object no :

DMSI011a-b

Collection :

The First World War

Creator :

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Place of Production :

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Dimensions :

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Location :

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Related site :

Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy

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