Indy Compass and Others
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Indy Compass and Others
I was wondering what was the pocket compass Indy used.
Also,
Does anyone know what type of compass was used in the
Movie OUT OF AFRICA?
The scene is where Denys (Redford) gives Karen (Streep) a compass.
Thanks to everyone!
Also,
Does anyone know what type of compass was used in the
Movie OUT OF AFRICA?
The scene is where Denys (Redford) gives Karen (Streep) a compass.
Thanks to everyone!
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Where does he us a compass?Indy_Prince wrote:I was wondering what was the pocket compass Indy used.
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I think in one of the books (IJC) it was mentioned. And, wasn't there a compass in the "Fate of Atlantis" game?Pyroxene wrote:Where does he us a compass?Indy_Prince wrote:I was wondering what was the pocket compass Indy used.
My guess, if you keep it to the era, it would be a "lensatic compass". Here's one that is a military issue:
or the civilian version in brass and leather carrying case:
And, I like this WWI repro, pocket compass in brass:
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Indy Compass, Out of Africa Compass
Thanks Guys!
Now if we could get the make/model that would be of assistance !
Does anyone know what make/model was used in the movie
OUT OF AFRICA? I am very interest in this era and the equipment
used. Thanks again!
Now if we could get the make/model that would be of assistance !
Does anyone know what make/model was used in the movie
OUT OF AFRICA? I am very interest in this era and the equipment
used. Thanks again!
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Here's one. This guy always has several of these for sale if you don't have, or are unwilling to spend, the money for a real, working antique.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... 87239&rd=1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... 87239&rd=1
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Did we ever specially pin point what exact compass Indy received in "Phantom Train of Doom"?
I figure it was German and it looks like the lensatic one.
I figure it was German and it looks like the lensatic one.
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Hectic, Talk about digging up an old post, lol
I was just having a look around for a compass, and I settled on this one for $6.98. Not really that vintage looking, but it will do until I find a pocket watch style compass:
I was just having a look around for a compass, and I settled on this one for $6.98. Not really that vintage looking, but it will do until I find a pocket watch style compass:
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I did see that one, but I liked this one better:
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Howzabout reposting that screenshot from the Map Room?
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Just thought I'd share a photo of a family heirloom. A compass that my father used in the British navy in WWII. If someone was killed in action his shipmates would auction all his non-standard kit and send the money to his widow or sweetheart. My dad is still alive but the compass has two names other than his associated with it. I use it regularly as a reminder of what sacrifices have been made by our ancestors.
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Priceless.
HIGH regard! Michaelson
HIGH regard! Michaelson
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wow... Cool tribute enigmata_wood!!! Thanks for sharing that with us.
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Indy could have carried a Brunton Pocket Transit. A little bigger than a standard compass, but much more accurate. Not so good for the quick adventure but a good tool for the dig site in setting up a control system.
I've been on the search for one of the vintage models myself in quadrant format instead of azimuth. Not super accurate in this day & age of GPS but it is a handy tool nonetheless. Just finding an affordable one it the tricky part. Seems there are plenty of folks looking for them. Oh well, such is life.
Cheers!
Dan
I've been on the search for one of the vintage models myself in quadrant format instead of azimuth. Not super accurate in this day & age of GPS but it is a handy tool nonetheless. Just finding an affordable one it the tricky part. Seems there are plenty of folks looking for them. Oh well, such is life.
Cheers!
Dan
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^ Very nice! Reminds me of the compass we see in the Masturah Well scene of Lawrence of Arabia.
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I got a knock-off Brunton from The Site That Shall Not Be Linked a while back. It is a seriously solid and heavy piece of machined brass. Perfect for surveying digs, finding hidden map rooms, or as a wheel chock for your flying wing.
Way too heavy for a pocket compass, IMHO.
Way too heavy for a pocket compass, IMHO.
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Just an aside, but you mentioned "Out of Africa" and might already know but Bernie Pollock did the Clothing etc for that also as well as lot of his brother's Sidney's movies as well as Redford's as has been mentioned
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I've found a variety of compasses, binos, telescopes, etc., at decent prices at:
http://www.brasscompass.com
http://www.redskytrader.com
http://www.brasscompass.com
http://www.redskytrader.com
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VP wrote:Howzabout reposting that screenshot from the Map Room?
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