US Military Brass Pocket Compass by Waltham

Circa1910-1919. Pocket compass for American military officers used during the First World War. Made of brass with the shape of a pocket watch, signed Waltham on the compass face. The compass has a snap-on cover with release button inside the ring. Compass card with eight directional points, complete with 360 degree circle for the calculation of horizontal angles. Engraved U.S. on the front of the cover. Excellent condition with only a slight wear to the original lacquered finish. Fully functional. Measures:1 5/8 inches in diameter.