Compass, Magnetic, FL23233, Luftwaffe PBM-5 Mariner Our indicator was eventually processed

Our indicator was eventually processed through Naval Air Station (NAS) Alameda (CA) in 1967

and were given to B-24 pilots in a custom leather satchel

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and P-47 Thunderbolt

Compass, Magnetic, FL23233, Luftwaffe PBM-5 Mariner Our indicator was eventually processedHere is a WW2 era German Magnetic Compass FI. 23233, made by Ludolph, as used in aircraft of the Luftwaffe. This version has a gradient on the lens which indicates degree of climb or decent from + 20 degrees as the compass card tilts with the change in aircraft attitude. The fluid has turned slightly brown, but it remains an exceptional specimen. The upper mount remains attached. According to Aircraft Cockpits. com, this compass was used in aircraft