Featured I need guidance on how to properly ID a compass collection

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by moekeever, Sep 7, 2018.

  1. moekeever

    moekeever New Member

    hello,

    I have acquired an old compass collection of over 100 different types. I really don't know much about them and searching for an online reference site hasn't been much help. I would like to attach as much information to each compass to provide better historical references. If someone could help, I'd appreciate it.

    I'm attaching a few photos to show some of the compasses.
    image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg
     
    moekeever, Sep 7, 2018
    #1 + Quote Reply
    aaroncab, cxgirl and Bronwen like this.
  2. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    I had the one in the last pic as a kid...I was a Cub Scout...
    The one in your hand...had one too,,,,love a magnifying glass....which I believe worked as binoculars.....I think 60's or 70's...
     
    komokwa, Sep 7, 2018
    #2 + Quote Reply
    cxgirl, judy, Bronwen and 1 other person like this.
  3. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    upload_2018-9-7_19-41-23.jpeg they still make em.....only a little more robust.......
     
    komokwa, Sep 7, 2018
    #3 + Quote Reply
    judy, Bakersgma, Bronwen and 2 others like this.
  4. terry5732

    terry5732 Well-Known Member

    Magnetic north aint where it used to be. You can date some by declination deviation.
     
    terry5732, Sep 7, 2018
    #4 + Quote Reply
  5. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    I had one fitted in the heel of my shoes when I was a kid, just incase I got lost playing outside.:D
     
    daveydempsey, Sep 8, 2018
    #5 + Quote Reply
    komokwa, cxgirl and Jivvy like this.
  6. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    :hilarious::hilarious::hilarious:.......did u get to use it ????
     
    komokwa, Sep 8, 2018
    #6 + Quote Reply
    James Conrad likes this.
  7. Figtree3

    Figtree3 What would you do if you weren't afraid?

    Found this page with links related to compass collecting. I have not checked any of the links to see if they are still valid.
    http://www.compasscollector.com/useful_links.htm

    @springfld.arsenal do you know anything about researching compasses?
     
    Figtree3, Sep 11, 2018
    #7 + Quote Reply
    moekeever and judy like this.
Draft saved Draft deleted
Similar Threads: need guidance
Forum Title Date
Antique Discussion I have an antique wall clock that I need info on. Oct 12, 2024
Antique Discussion Antique Chinese?? Need help Jul 6, 2024
Antique Discussion Old church stained glass window, need help with period & describing please May 29, 2024
Antique Discussion Need help identifying a coiled basket. Possibly Native American? May 26, 2024
Antique Discussion Little bell with Butterscotch? Bakelite handle Need advice Apr 21, 2024

Share This Page