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Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box
Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box

Very Rare Brass Original Antique Pre 2nd World War Brass 1937 J. M GLAUSSER of LONDON British Military Prismatic Marching Compass in a wooden box

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J.M. Glauser & Sons Ltd. was a British manufacturer. They were contractors to the British War Office, British Air Ministry, Commonwealth Countries, amongst others.

The company was established in 1929 by Jean Maurice Glauser, a Naturalized British subject of Swiss origin.
In 1938/39, due to the expansion in business, the company bought the old St. James's Laundry in Bensham Manor Road, Thornton Heath, Surrey, and set up a
new works (Bridge Buildings). A couple of years later, the company also took over the lease of shops at 349-351 Whitehorse Road, Croydon, where they set up
their Head Office.
J.M. Glauser & Sons' scope of production also included equipment such as Braillewriters for the Royal National Institute for the Blind.
The company was wound up in 1956 when the founder retired.

This smaller model of Prismatic compass was issued to the British Airforce Officer's between the 1st & 2nd World Wars. Please remember it's an original item from 1937 so 87 years old.

The dial is made from mother of pearl, and has a glow to read the markings on the dial in the dark.
When looking through the prismatic viewfinder, two readings can be observed: 0-180°, and 180-360°.
Original Marks on the base of the compass

J. M GLAUSER
LONDON
British Military Ordnance ARROW
No: B 2102 MK.1X
circa 1937

It's called a prismatic compass because of the right-angled prism that folds over the compass. When the eye is brought close to the prism the readings can be taken while sighting the point of observation. The prism's height can be adjusted for sharper readings of the scale on the compass card. The glass above the compass has a scale that can be adjusted with a screw on the side. The cover has a round sighting glass window with a dividing line. The prismatic compass was an indispensable instrument for officers in the British Military. It is also extremely popular for walking, trekking, explorers & other outdoor activities. There is no liquid in the compass , its dry damping. There is a small arm that automatically locks the compass dial when it's shut.
These compasses are superb gifts for a special person because they are the best that money can buy.

This compass weighs 200 grams. and comes with a wooden presentation box
When packed for delivery the parcel weighs 400 grams.

Included is a custom made brass plaque engraved with the details on the base of the compass can be placed either on or inside the box. . Please see the pictures.

5 cm in diameter & is 2cm thick