#301 • John E. Hand & Sons LMC-101-D Lifeboat Compass with U.S. Coast Guard Approval Plate

Part of November 2026 Fantastic Finds Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

Starting at $5.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Nov 15, 2026 5:43 PM AKST

Category: Boats & Accessories

This John E. Hand & Sons Co. Model LMC-101-D lifeboat compass has a black metal protective housing and a domed glass cover over the liquid-filled compass chamber. An upright protective hood rises beside the circular card, with tubular mounting fittings projecting from both sides near the base and a metal bar beneath the housing. The liquid surrounding the card helps damp its movement in a rolling vessel. The maker's plates identify Philadelphia and Baltimore, while the compass card carries the Haddonfield, New Jersey address. A separate plate reads "Approved U.S. Coast Guard", and the front instruction plate explains adjustment of normal compass error using the north-south and east-west controls. Serial number 8789 is marked on the housing. An attached tag identifies Lifeboat #5. Minor surface wear is present. The compass measures approximately 8.5" x 6" x 7.5" tall.