WW2 German Wehrmacht Bakelite Marching Compass – Marked CXN maps belgium which were ideal for preserving

which were ideal for preserving the gun’s rifling

and often a date of manufacture

This pattern of webbing belt came into issue with the British Army in 1938 and saw use throughout the Second World War

it features a top-mounted

The obverse depicts a veiled woman (representing Belgium) facing to the right

WW2 German Wehrmacht Bakelite Marching Compass – Marked CXN maps belgium which were ideal for preservingThis is an original WW2 German Wehrmacht marching compass, produced for military use by the German armed forces. The compass features a Bakelite housing, typical of late war field equipment, making it lightweight and durable for infantry use. The CXN marking identifies the manufacturer and Wehrmacht inspection approval. The compass has a simple, reliable design for navigation in the field, with a rotating dial and clear directional markings. Compact