Compass

Object detail

Accession number

F1687.2004

Description

Japanese Airman's compass. Metal box with spring-loaded latch. When opened up, it reveals a compass and another manually adjusted directional instrument. Japanese characters are visible throughout the item. On the left side of the box, is a black rotating knob.

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic

Credit Line

Compass, F1687.2004. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Plane Plane, Leveling Plane, Compass Tools & Equipment for Materials Woodworking T&E

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

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