Description
This is an excellent original example of the MK VIII. It is fully functioning, has a brass case and is mounted with lanyard ring. The glass face and numbered brass outer ring are perfectly intact. The lid is stamped 'Verner's Patent VIII. The rear of the case is stamped with war department arrows and by the manufacturer F-L for French Limited and the date 1917.
It is complete with brown leather case with hinged top and buckle fastener, wear commensurate with age marked by the leather manufacturer, M Harvey and Son, Walsall, also marked with the war office stamp.
A great clean example in excellent condition. 3 1/2" x 2 1/4" x 7/8" thick. The case measuring 4" x 3" x 2".
Item ID: 40757
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Internal Ref: 40757
Dimensions
Height = 10.2 cm (4")
Width = 7.6 cm (3")
Depth = 5.1 cm (2")
WW1 1917 British Army Officer's Compass - Verner's Patent MK VIII by French Ltd.
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
40757
Description
This is an excellent original example of the MK VIII. It is fully functioning, has a brass case and is mounted with lanyard ring. The glass face and numbered brass outer ring are perfectly intact. The lid is stamped 'Verner's Patent VIII. The rear of the case is stamped with war department arrows and by the manufacturer F-L for French Limited and the date 1917.
It is complete with brown leather case with hinged top and buckle fastener, wear commensurate with age marked by the leather manufacturer, M Harvey and Son, Walsall, also marked with the war office stamp.
A great clean example in excellent condition. 3 1/2" x 2 1/4" x 7/8" thick. The case measuring 4" x 3" x 2".
Item ID: 40757
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 40757
Dimensions
Height = 10.2 cm (4")
Width = 7.6 cm (3")
Depth = 5.1 cm (2")
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.