Rare Swiss Wrist Compass J. F. MANFIELD NEX YORK C. 1910 MISSPRINT VARIANT
Rare Swiss Wrist Compass J. MANFIELD NEX YORK C. 1910 – MISSPRINT VARIANT. An authentic and highly collectible early 20th-century Swiss-made wrist compass (circa 1910s-1920s). This precision instrument was manufactured in Switzerland specifically for the famous New York timepiece specialty and importing firm, J. Mansfield (located at 9 Maiden Lane, NYC). Unlike the more common pocket/fob versions, this piece features original fixed wire lugs soldered to the case, designed to be worn on the wrist with a trench watch leather strap or a NATO strap. The dial features a fascinating period factory printing error made by the Swiss workshop: the name is spelled « MANFIELD » instead of MANSFIELD (missing the « S »). A very unusual and sought-after manufacturing variant for advanced collectors. Mechanism: Perfectly working condition! The heat-blued steel needle spins completely freely and settles accurately to the North. Cosmetics: Beautiful vintage condition with a wonderful historical patina on the nickel-plated case. The dial remains crisp, clear, and perfectly readable, with English cardinal points (N-E-W-S) and 360-degree markings. Please note: One of the wire lugs is slightly bent due to age and period use, but it remains solid. Case diameter : 37 mm (excluding lugs).