Type 06A Hand Bearing Compass

Had this knocking about the loft for years. Made a few enquiries about it a number of years ago, but didn't turn up much information about it. One person thought they were used early on in WW2 in twin engined bombers, but wasn't too sure.
It has an 'examined' stamp in the lid but can't tell if its for 9 November 1942 or 1943.

Any information would be appreciated.

Also the rubber housing inside the box has deteriated over the years and a lot of it has now become stuck to the body of the compass. Is it worth trying to clean it off or best to leave well alone?

Regards

Scott

 

Here you go Scott:

Aeronautical comp. 1

 

Beat me to it Adam!

 

On Ebay

type 06a compass | eBay

 

Adam & Mike

I appreciate the links. It was a few years ago when i looked for info and i didn't come across that site then, so first time i've seen it.

Mine has still got all the liquid in, and apart from the rubber housing that stuck to the main body, seems in good condition. I,ve not been able to test the light, but the battery compartment is clean and switch moves freely, so it could be okay.

Thanks for the info

Scott

 

Scott, it sounds like the battery might be a non-standard size now so it might be difficult to find a replacement but good luck with it.

 

Thanks Mike.

The battery compartment is a touch too small to fit standard C type batteries. I wouldn't even know where to start to try and find a replacement battery for it, so it will probably end up in the loft again till i can think of something to do with it. It's not the sort of thing i can stick on the mantlepiece.

 

This is an old thread, but I have some information on the battery that may help.
I have the same Type 06A compass and I have some old Ever Ready 'Blue' No.8 3V batteries (dating from the 1990s, amazingly they still have a 3.18v charge). They fit OK and illuminate my compass OK.
Charles

 

I have one with only Patt31 and a ser# written on it anyone any ideas