Compass, Magnetic, FL23233, Luftwaffe PBM-5 Mariner Jaeger Chronoflite

Jaeger Chronoflite

as used in versions of the German Luftwaffe jet aircraft Me 262

so likely for a US Navy aircraft

The station selector does not rotate the pair number in the window due to apparent water ingress (internal rust)

Compass, Magnetic, FL23233, Luftwaffe PBM-5 Mariner Jaeger ChronofliteHere 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