Original U.S. WWII Paratrooper Wrist Compass by Superior Magneto Corporation with Leather Wristband British Militaria which we are fairly certain

which we are fairly certain is a maker mark and 1934 date

having become hard and brittle over the decades

which measures 6 5/8" (168mm) across the base

Year of Manufacture: 1861/3

the styles varied according to family or Clan

Original U.S. WWII Paratrooper Wrist Compass by Superior Magneto Corporation with Leather Wristband British Militaria which we are fairly certainOriginal Item: Only One Available. A genuine WWII issue wrist compass as used by Airborne troops on D Day. This fully functional example is in very good condition and nicely marked on the reverse: CORPS OF ENGINEERSU. S. ARMY MANUFACTURED BYSUPERIOR MAGNETO CORP. L. I. CITY N. Y. U. S. A This compass, officially known as "Compass, Wrist, Liquid filled", was made by two manufacturers, Superior Magneto and Taylor. The compass was usually seen worn on