COMPASSES

The Choices are comprehensive and therefore it may be a good idea to check the link to SUUNTO and SILVA for a compass for a specific purpose. Listed here are some of the most common.

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SUUNTO

 TWIN

 

Precision compass and clinometer combination, built-in prismatic sighting for fast field use. Use for directional indications and slope/height measurements with an accuracy of +/- 0.25degrees. Compass graduations 0-360 degrees. Choose clinometer scale in either degrees or degrees/%

GPS Plotter

 

The GPS Plotter Compass is a complementary product to the GPS, which enables the user to locate himself or herself on the map within a 200m diameter. Works with UTM grid maps. luminous markings, adjustable declination correction scale, scales: 1:24 000, 1:25 000, 1:50 000, 1:62 500

TANDEM

 

 

Compact compass and clinometer combination. The clinometer scale is both in percentage (0-150%) and degrees (0-90°) The compass scale is in Azimuth (0-360°) with reverse scale.

Graduated in 1°/1% increments

Other features are a cotangent and cosine tables, cm/inch scale and a thread for mounting on a camera tripod.

M2

M5

 

A high-quality, compact compass for backpacking or school children. Easy-to-read luminous markings, Square magnifying lens with four-fold magnification

 

Rectangular base plate with anti-slip rubber pads, magnifying lens, luminous bezel and markings for night time use reading point (index mark) well illuminated by luminous paint

    KB14R

  • Aluminum case 4 1/2 in. square with folding sights

  • Raised compass ring graduated to degrees with adjustment for setting declination

  • Beveled ring on compass box graduated to degrees and numbered in quadrants with knurled edge

  • Pendulum clinometer graduated to degrees; 90 degrees in each direction
  • Edges of base graduated as protractor
  • Circular level
  • Ball and socket joint fits Jacob Staff
  • Complete with leather carrying case with shoulder strap

MC-2

A professional mirror compass for taking bearings and normal direction with adjustable declination correction scale and clinometer

large designed mirror

sighting hole

ergonomic, luminous and two colour bezel ring

Also available with GLOBAL capsule - MC–2G

    KB77R

  • Quality, professional compasses

  • Accuracy of 10' (1/6 degree)
  • Temperature-resistant liquid
  • Shockproof housing for durability
  • Factory balanced against magnetic inclination
  • Available in standard, reverse and quadrant scales of graduation

KB20

A modernized, handy hand bearing compass for Outdoor, Marine and Professional use. Accuracy 1/2º, scale 0-360° with a reverse scale.

adjustable optics

V-sight

floating

SILVA

625L

 

Combines a luminous compass, thermometer, magnifying glass and loud safety whistle all in a compact, lightweight package suspended by a lanyard. Great for any outdoor activity from hiking to camping to kayaking—it even floats!

314G GPS

This compass has GPS UTM Map Grids. This compass is protected by a rubberized case and includes an easy-to-read dial and luminous points for night use. 1:24,000 and 1:25,000/1:50,000 for GPS plotting which can be used with most topographical maps. Use the grids to find or create new waypoints and landmarks. Travel arrow on the baseplate.

COMPANION

 

This easy-to-read “go anywhere” compass functions as a key chain, zipper pull or pendant. It also features 5° graduations on a fixed dial. It can be customized with a logo on the reverse side.

530

Split-sighting mirror, for navigating on distant landmarks. 1:24,000, 1:25,000, and 1:50,000 scales, 1/20 inch and millimeter scale for mapping, and silicone feet for map gripping. Geared declination, a clinometer lets you measure angles of inclination. Other added benefits include: a map magnifier, luminous points, cover clip and lanyard with adjustable slider and screwdriver.

FISHEYE

 

 

FORECASTER

 

A compass that’ll head you in the right direction and keep your hands free for other things? Then check out our Fisheye Model 328 compass. Its positive locking brass safety pin securely attaches to your clothing. Plus, its liquid dampening means the North arrow quickly settles to head you the right direction. And the luminous north arrow and cardinal points make it easy for you to find your way at night.

 

An accurate easy-to-read compass/thermometer combo. It works as a key chain or zipper pull. Fixed with 5° compass graduations with Wind Chill table conveniently located on the back of compass. Customizable.

515CL/CLQ

1:24,000, 1:25,000, and 1:50,000 scales for quick and easy plotting, 1/20 inch and millimeter scale for mapping, silicone feet for map gripping. Scales in two colors, sighting mirror with a vee notch, a geared declination allows adjustment for the difference in degrees between magnetic north and true north. Clinometer lets you measure angles of inclination. CLQ utilizes Quadrant graduations N(0°)-E(90°)-S(0°)-W(90°). Bezel with white on black printing dial numbers, luminous points. Comes with a lanyard, an adjustable slider and screwdriver.