Field Equipment: Pocket Compasses

Atlantia · 5th July 2009, 08:07 PM

Hi Guys,
lol, I know its not a weapon, but I've been toying with the idea of posting it for ages. When you think about 'officers' campaign equipment, then certain things spring to mind, essential items or certainly very useful ones.
I posted my little 'army' Dollond Telescope some time ago as its a specific small type associated with officers in the field, but these little 'pocket' wood cased compasses seem to be rather unusual.
I admit to knowing almost nothing apart from what my eyes tell me about mine!
Its 2 1/4 inches square, mahogany cased, needle has a 'lock' lever which is engaged when the lid is closed.
No firm ideas on date or even where it was made, as its got no makers marks etc.
Hopefully others will have similar pieces.

Thanks all
Gene

5th July 2009, 08:07 PM	#5
Atlantia Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Sharp end Posts: 2,928	Hi Guys, lol, I know its not a weapon, but I've been toying with the idea of posting it for ages. When you think about 'officers' campaign equipment, then certain things spring to mind, essential items or certainly very useful ones. I posted my little 'army' Dollond Telescope some time ago as its a specific small type associated with officers in the field, but these little 'pocket' wood cased compasses seem to be rather unusual. I admit to knowing almost nothing apart from what my eyes tell me about mine! Its 2 1/4 inches square, mahogany cased, needle has a 'lock' lever which is engaged when the lid is closed. No firm ideas on date or even where it was made, as its got no makers marks etc. Hopefully others will have similar pieces. Thanks all Gene