Original WWII German Luftwaffe Aviator AK 39 Wrist Compass Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly and close examination shows that

and close examination shows that the bayonet lug on the right side was modified

MUNSTER - 23 MARCH - INTENSE FLAK

This is a rank equivalent to an NCO candidate

The inside of the cap still has a clear maker marking

The areas that are no longer covered in paint has a light surface rust coating that does appear to be able to be cleaned away if you would wish to do so

Original WWII German Luftwaffe Aviator AK 39 Wrist Compass Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly and close examination shows thatOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely, service worn wrist compass that was utilized by German pilots during WWII. Made by Kadlec in Czechoslovakia and introduced as AK 39 Armband Kompass 1939 (wrist compass) to the Luftwaffe. The Luftwaffe register number is Fl 23235 1 with Fl standing for Fliegermaterial i. e. aeronautical materiel. The diameter is 60 mm. The liquid inside is present and pure petroleum (kerosene), which can be exchanged