May 14, 2009, 18:26
William J. SchorrUSAF L-1 wrist compass
Hi all,
recently came across a USAF L-1 wrist compass from the early 1950s (only the second I've ever seen). Thought I'd share a few quick pix here; makes a nice pair with the Waltham A-17:
Stange that this non-liquid wrist compass is nearly the same size as the Mark I Mod O dive compass of the same era.
Hope this was of interest - kind regards,
Billy
May 14, 2009, 22:34
Tom BrownHi William
I like that, I don't think I have ever seen one before.
I didn't realize we had more New Mexicans on here.
Tom
May 14, 2009, 22:40
Mike SandellBilly how does it work with out liquid?Do they have a pin underneath the compass rose so that it rotates to show you north or south.
May 15, 2009, 12:06
William J. SchorrThanks Tom - much appreciate the kind reply; we New Mexicans need to stick together / LOL.
Hiya' Mike - the compass is simply rotates on a center post; seems to be working very well after all these years too !
Kind regards,
Billy