RAF / SOE MI9 pattern locket escape compass

RAF / SOE MI9 pattern locket escape compass

Code: E25415

£130.00 Approx $162.5, €151.87
 

Compass, M.I.9. pattern, contained in transparent waterproof material.  Stores reference 22P/15.  Comprises a standard 0.5" escape compass with a 'star' rotor encased in a small plastic pouch to seal against humidity.  A simple cotton tape was added so the compass could be worn as a locket around the neck.  It could be used by an evading or escaping airman to head for neutral territory.  Issued with the Beadon flying suit and many escape packs/kits.  The pouch has yellowed but the compass is in excellent working condition.  Stock code E25415.