Original U.S. WWII Paratrooper Wrist Compass by Superior Magneto Corporation with Khaki Wristband - Dated November 1944

Original 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 ENGINEERS
U.S. ARMY

MANUFACTURED BY
SUPERIOR MAGNETO CORP.
L.I. CITY N.Y.
U.S.A

The side of the compass is stamped 11-44 for November 1944 manufacture. 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 the wrist, but also over the sleeve, the shoulder loops, webbing, or at the ankle over the jump boots. Wrist compasses were used both by officers and enlisted men, unlike the lensatic compass, or marching compass, which was normally reserved for officers, NCO's or men on a special mission. This example features a correct Khaki issue wristband, which is in good order but there is fraying at the ends. The compass itself is totally functional, the needle points north and the case can turn. The compass is no longer liquid filled. Overall condition is very good. These have become increasingly difficult to find on the market over the past decade.