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LOT 2477
US Air Force Pocket Compass in Original Box
1941 A.D.
2 3/4 x 2 in. (59.95 grams, 70.39 x 50.91 mm).
Discoid biconvex case with hinged cover and glazed inner; cotton pouch; card box with legend 'Compass Assembly Pocket Type Air Forces. Order No.W535-AC-27707 Mfr's Assy Dwg 1941 Longines-Wittnauer Watch Co. Inc.' [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of an Essex militaria collector.
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