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March 2530, 2023
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LOT 885

Lot 885

WWII US Army Air Force Avionic Compass, Bendix Aviation Corporation, New Jersey, 1941

WWII US Army Air Force Avionic Compass, Bendix Aviation Corporation, New Jersey, 1941
Lot 885 Details
WWII US Army Air Force Avionic Compass, Bendix Aviation Corporation, New Jersey, 1941

type D-12, serial no. AC-41-11204, now mounted on a curly maple base
instrument height 4.5 in — 11.4 cm, diameter 7 in — 17.8 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $120
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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WWII US Army Air Force Avionic Compass, Bendix Aviation Corporation, New Jersey, 1941
  • WWII US Army Air Force Avionic Compass, Bendix Aviation Corporation, New Jersey, 1941

CONDITION DETAILS

Suspension fluid low. (Mineral oil?)

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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