Magnetic needle - aircraft compass

Two sets of four steel needles 4.3" (11cm) long 0.3" (1cm) in diameter. Mounted in wood blocks at either end. One set is set in an aluminium tray 4.32" (11cm) diameter.

Object Details

ID: ACO0612
Type: Magnetic needle - aircraft compass
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Patin
Date made: 1940
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory
Measurements: Weight: .3 kg
Parts: Magnetic needle - aircraft compass