An incredible original WWII Second World War MI9 issued special ' escape ' compass uniform button. Rarer balance type. The button could be unsewn and the two sections unite to form a balance compass. As issued to allied airmen should they be shot down and find themselves in enemy territory. The compass noted by means of three painted dots. Housed within a vintage tin. A rare piece of kit.
An incredible original WWII Second World War MI9 issued special ' escape ' compass uniform button. Rarer balance type. The button could be unsewn and the two sections unite to form a balance compass. As issued to allied airmen should they be shot down and find themselves in enemy territory. The compass noted by means of three painted dots. Housed within a vintage tin. A rare piece of kit.
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