Genuine U.S. Army Model 1949 wrist compass. This scarce wrist compass was made in February 1953 by the Superior Magneto Corp USA, they were originally used in the Korean War and also used by U.S. Special Forces in the Vietnam War. The compass is in good issued condition and is in working order, small crack to the internal plastic, doesn’t affect finding true North. It features a flip top cover that conceals & protects the compass dial, and has an adjustable strap.