Sir, I know I am a late comer to this video. I retired after 32 years of active duty. I am grateful for the opportunity to thank you for restoring such a wonderful piece of a soldiers history! This compass could have been used by an individual to get his people out of harms way or found on the ground by a civilian. It could have been used to call in fire coordinates or help. We will never know but thanks to your efforts we can respect the basic instruments they had!
Long shot but here it goes. My fiancée found this exact compass that belonged to her grandfather. I saw yours had a brass clip that, when you removed it, the glass simply fell out. Any advice if there is not brass clip and the glass won't just fall out?
First of all, I'd like to say, Nice job, to you on this vintage compass. (PS. This model compass was used in the military for quite some time, and was a popular model fiven to many troups. They were not only issued during WW2, but MANY were also issued during the Korean War! I actually have one in my shop as I type, that came in yesterday for repair. This one was issued by the Army to my customers father in 1951 on his way to Korea, during the Korean War. So these simple, hand held, but highly effective and useful standard compasses, were issued by the thousands not only through WW2, but also the Korean War, and believe it or not, a small number were issued during the Vietnam War! That's quite a track record, extending over 2 decades..!!! All that being said, I'd like to also make a few additional comments, to anyone considering what to do with one they may have in their family. No doubt, having such an item carries with it a lot if sentimental value. And to be honest, on this item, that's where almost all of the value is. So not people who have these are trying to sell them. Never the less, it's important to know and understand that whenever you "restore" an item like this, (even though what's seen here is not a real "restoration"), it's important to know that you are basically removing almost all of it's collectability as far as true collectors are concerned. A collector paying top price for these items, would lose interest in this item, due to the work that's been done here. Why??? Because collectors insist on pieces being 100% original, including the scrapes, minor dents, signs of wear, and the decades of "patina" that was scrubbed and polished away. And while it looks shiny, looks better, and looks like "new" to non collectors, doing this basically removes it from being collectible, and destroys it's collectible value. So, with all that being said, be sure to consider this, if you plan to polish up your old collectible compass. While a real restoration is something entirely different than what's shown, this cleaned up, polished look appeals to some people. And that's fine. Going this route with tour collectible compass, is best for those that NEVER plan to sell or trade the compass, (because its monetary value is basically lost to the people who'd pay the highest prices), so doing this is well suited for those who like the "newer" looking appearance, and plan on keeping it forever. The only other thing I'd add to this, is that because the compass case isn't made of sterling silver in this particular case, and is made out of an inexpensive base metal and was then silver plated, after polishing it leaves the base metal shining and most of the silver plating is now gone. That's why its got that slight "golden" hue to it. If the case was made of sterling silver, it could be thoroughly polished to perfection if desired, and you wouldn't have that discoloring, you'd have bright, sparkling sterling (or coin) silver. In closing, that's all I can add to doing a project like this. Weigh the options, consider your ling term plans with the piece etc before having something like this done. And if you plan to keep it? And don't care about it's monetary value among collectors? And like the way it looks when looking "newer"? Then have at it, it's all good. And you've done it making an informed decision, without the possibility of getting a shocking surprise one day down the road when you offer to sell it to a collector... Hope this helps. (Professional Watchmaker 40 years, specializing in repair & full restorations to antique and vintage watches) ... And sometimes compasses! 👍
I have my uncles U.S. compass he had when he was in the cavalry during WWI. Its in near mint condition. Looks almost the same as yours. Mine is solid nickel made by Wittnauer. 👍🏻👍🏻
What's the grit of the sandpaper? I'm from Brazil. I recently bought a Wittnauer compass, US marked, in an auction. Standard compass in Brazilian Army during WW2 was the Bézard, but our troops received standardized US equipament in Italy. We also allowed to USAAF to build an air base in our Northeast coast, shortening the path to Africa. I don't know if my Wittnauer compass went from Italy or from an American airman assigned to Parnamirim Air Base.
Like shaky hands Tom Hanks had in Saving Private Ryan. Only thing is it wouldn't be nice and shiny in the field, would reflect the light and could give your position away But great job
Just discovered I have this same pocket compass that my grandfather used in WW2 as a pilot. Would love to have it restored! Fantastic job!
Thank you!🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
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Sir, I know I am a late comer to this video. I retired after 32 years of active duty. I am grateful for the opportunity to thank you for restoring such a wonderful piece of a soldiers history! This compass could have been used by an individual to get his people out of harms way or found on the ground by a civilian. It could have been used to call in fire coordinates or help. We will never know but thanks to your efforts we can respect the basic instruments they had!
Thank you for your service 🙏 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@@LuckyHands and long may she wave!
@@LuckyHands you sir are welcome!
nice!
Long shot but here it goes.
My fiancée found this exact compass that belonged to her grandfather. I saw yours had a brass clip that, when you removed it, the glass simply fell out. Any advice if there is not brass clip and the glass won't just fall out?
Check again, brass ring what hold glass in place maybe hidden.
Very nice. It's good to preserve memorabilia like this. It reminds us of those who served your country. 👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘
Thank you 😉
Same to same mere pass hai yesa compass mujhe bechna hai
Superbe.
Thank you 😉
First of all, I'd like to say, Nice job, to you on this vintage compass.
(PS. This model compass was used in the military for quite some time, and was a popular model fiven to many troups. They were not only issued during WW2, but MANY were also issued during the Korean War!
I actually have one in my shop as I type, that came in yesterday for repair. This one was issued by the Army to my customers father in 1951 on his way to Korea, during the Korean War.
So these simple, hand held, but highly effective and useful standard compasses, were issued by the thousands not only through WW2, but also the Korean War, and believe it or not, a small number were issued during the Vietnam War!
That's quite a track record, extending over 2 decades..!!!
All that being said, I'd like to also make a few additional comments, to anyone considering what to do with one they may have in their family.
No doubt, having such an item carries with it a lot if sentimental value. And to be honest, on this item, that's where almost all of the value is.
So not people who have these are trying to sell them.
Never the less, it's important to know and understand that whenever you "restore" an item like this, (even though what's seen here is not a real "restoration"), it's important to know that you are basically removing almost all of it's collectability as far as true collectors are concerned. A collector paying top price for these items, would lose interest in this item, due to the work that's been done here.
Why??? Because collectors insist on pieces being 100% original, including the scrapes, minor dents, signs of wear, and the decades of "patina" that was scrubbed and polished away.
And while it looks shiny, looks better, and looks like "new" to non collectors, doing this basically removes it from being collectible, and destroys it's collectible value.
So, with all that being said, be sure to consider this, if you plan to polish up your old collectible compass. While a real restoration is something entirely different than what's shown, this cleaned up, polished look appeals to some people. And that's fine. Going this route with tour collectible compass, is best for those that NEVER plan to sell or trade the compass, (because its monetary value is basically lost to the people who'd pay the highest prices), so doing this is well suited for those who like the "newer" looking appearance, and plan on keeping it forever.
The only other thing I'd add to this, is that because the compass case isn't made of sterling silver in this particular case, and is made out of an inexpensive base metal and was then silver plated, after polishing it leaves the base metal shining and most of the silver plating is now gone. That's why its got that slight "golden" hue to it.
If the case was made of sterling silver, it could be thoroughly polished to perfection if desired, and you wouldn't have that discoloring, you'd have bright, sparkling sterling (or coin) silver.
In closing, that's all I can add to doing a project like this. Weigh the options, consider your ling term plans with the piece etc before having something like this done. And if you plan to keep it? And don't care about it's monetary value among collectors? And like the way it looks when looking "newer"?
Then have at it, it's all good. And you've done it making an informed decision, without the possibility of getting a shocking surprise one day down the road when you offer to sell it to a collector...
Hope this helps.
(Professional Watchmaker 40 years, specializing in repair & full restorations to antique and vintage watches) ... And sometimes compasses! 👍
Thank you so much for your comment. 🙏 good to know. 🤝
Jmflyer55 do you know the value on this compass?
I like your skill, that old compass really deserved such a quality restoration
Good job!
Thank you 🙏
Really nice job on saving that piece of history!
Thank you!!!
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In a way, restoring military items such as this shows respect for and honors those who served! Insane job!
Thank you for your comment 🙏 One more video with beautiful historic item coming soon. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Very nicely done!
Thank you 🙏
fantastic 👍👍👍
Thank you! 🤝
really cool job👍
Thank you! 🙏
I have my uncles U.S. compass he had when he was in the cavalry during WWI. Its in near mint condition. Looks almost the same as yours. Mine is solid nickel made by Wittnauer.
👍🏻👍🏻
I have this exact same one. I bought an old Beretta 51 and it was buried up under the foam they had in the aftermarket case it came with.
What's the grit of the sandpaper?
I'm from Brazil. I recently bought a Wittnauer compass, US marked, in an auction.
Standard compass in Brazilian Army during WW2 was the Bézard, but our troops received standardized US equipament in Italy. We also allowed to USAAF to build an air base in our Northeast coast, shortening the path to Africa.
I don't know if my Wittnauer compass went from Italy or from an American airman assigned to Parnamirim Air Base.
600 Grid sandpaper.
@@LuckyHands , thank you! Your video will be very useful to me.
Thank you for watching my video! 🙏
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Thank you! 🙏
Perfect!!!
Thank you!
This Wittnauer Compass was originally Brass PLATED in SILVER because Brass Tarnishes so fast and is so soft.
Thank you! It's good to know.
very nice job.
Thank you 🙏
Like shaky hands Tom Hanks had in Saving Private Ryan. Only thing is it wouldn't be nice and shiny in the field, would reflect the light and could give your position away But great job
Thank you for your comment!
It wouldn’t be shiny like that in the field, it would give your position away. And isn’t it supposed to have a nickel plating?
I was thinking the same thing. He took off all the nickel plating, which would make it perfect and ready for re-plating I suppose.
The nickel plated compasses were WWI where in the WWII or even Korean War they used a brass
Not bad, but why no nickel plating? It's quite simple. I give it a like for promotion.
At that time I didn't have experience with the nickel plating techniques.
I have this same compass in amazing Condition, any idea what they are worth? Mine has original leather strap and still calibrated to point dead north!
you're so underrated! if you don't mind me saying that you need a better mic filtering, keep up
What do you do with the stuff after your done restoring them
I keep it.
Great, im from Argentina and i have exactly the same. I dont know how my grandfather get it, he has never been on the US
fortunately mine is in perfect condition, but watching your video i would like this to be like yours was
I have one also, but the finish is different. A different metal case.
I also have the brown leather bomber jacket!
@@lonniedobbins1195 i would like to see it! i suscribe
I need new ones
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I have this pocet compass I want to sell this compass
You can sell on eBay.
I have one exactly like this, would it be possible to for you to restore it like this one??
Yes, sure. Can you send pictures to my email? My email: luckyhands.shop@gmail.com
@@LuckyHands I have found this one too
Lacks a nickel bath, perhaps.