A genuine World War 1 British Verners Pattern VIII compass. This prismatic dry card compass has both a momentary bearing lock and transit lock. Cracking and flaking to the luminescent paint as pictured. Excellent overall condition, retains the majority of the original black paint. In working order and finds magnetic North. Broad Arrow/crows foot military government markings. Dated 1917 and was made by: T Cook & Sons Ltd London and York. Serial number: 64566.