Compass, Type 98 Otu, Japanese Army Aircraft Curtiss and is marked "AF USARMY"

and is marked "AF USARMY" on its face

but likely made by Dr

The artifact is in very good condition cosmetically

The gyro horizon moves freely within its housing

See photo of HE 111 instrument panel

Compass, Type 98 Otu, Japanese Army Aircraft Curtiss and is marked "AF USARMY"This authentic WWII era direct reading magnetic compass, Type 98 Otu, made by Tokyo Aero Indicator Co. was primarily used in aircraft of the Japanese Army such as the Type 4 Mitsubishi Ki 67 Peggy Bomber, Type 99 Kawanishi Ki 48 Lily Light Bomber, and Type 100 Mitsubishi Ki 46 Dinah Reconnaissance aircraft. It is in very good condition given its age. The fluid is no longer present, but the markings on the compass card are clear and precise. The