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REI Mini Compass

Item # 408059

$7.50

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Attach this tiny compass to a zipper pull or key ring for quick, easy readings.

  • Liquid-filled compass is cushion mounted; accurate within +/- 2 degrees
  • Luminous dial glows in the dark for easy viewing in low-light conditions
  • Clear acrylic case with inch/cm ruler
  • REI logo emblazoned on compass body

Imported.

Item 408059

REI Mini Compass Specs

Specification

Description

Weight0.3 ounce
Dimensions2 x 1.1 inches
Increments10 degrees
Declination adjustmentNo
Liquid filledYes
Sighting MirrorNo
ClinometerNo
Magnifying lensNo

REI Mini Compass Customer Reviews

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REI Mini Compass
 
3.0

(based on 5 reviews)

60%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

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      Jan

      28

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Fit for purpose

      By 2 mi high is a start

      from head in Houston, heart in Wyoming

      About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

      Pros

      • Compact

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day Trips
        • Survival

        Comments about REI Mini Compass:

        I have one of these things on every pack I own. It isn’t intended for orienteering, and does not offer that kind of functionality. But, it is fit for purpose. I carry a “good” compass too for map reading. But in a situation where you, or others, might start questioning the primary instrument, it is nice to have a backup to settle the question “is that thing working?” (it happens).

        I have not made the transition to the nearly omnipresent GPS, so I don’t worry about batteries or signal strength. But, I would think a cheap little compass would be indispensible as a back up for those techies that have.

        I also have one stuffed in the bottom of my enhanced 10 essentials kit that I hope never sees daylight. In a real bind, I can ditch everything else and take the kit on an ultra light, express trek back to civilization.

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        21

        2008

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Compact and works fine!

        By Software Rancher

        from Colorado

        About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Compact

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day Trips
          • Survival

          Comments about REI Mini Compass:

          This little compass is compact and works fine. I use it when I need to know approximately where north is; it's too small for really accurate travel but that's too be expected.

          I suspect other reviewers were using it near metal (e.g., inside car, big ring of keys, etc.) which could definitely skew the compass (that's why there are a set of correction magnets built into car-based compasses).

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jun

          14

          2008

          (3 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          Cute, useless compass

          By BACKWOODS BICHO

          from LA, California

          About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

          Pros

          • Waterproof

          Cons

          • Inaccurate

          Best Uses

            Comments about REI Mini Compass:

            It worked fine in the store. However, the first time I took it out of my glove box to assist me when I needed it failed. It points directly in the opposite direction. (IE: Needle indicates North when in reality it is pointing directly south)

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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            Oct

            10

            2009

             
            1.0

            Why did I buy it?

            By nakedmoose

            from Alaska

            About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Cheap
            • Compact
            • Simple Controls
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

            • Difficult To Read
            • Inaccurate

            Best Uses

            • Campgrounds

            Comments about REI Mini Compass:

            I own one for about four years and still hangs on my key chain. Yes, when I bought it I did not know metal would adversely affect it. I still have it on my keychain for one reason only. Too remind me to purchase things with more thought and not just cause they look fun. It has darkened either from the lint in my pocket or being next to my keys. It is almost completely black and looks like it has been exposed to severe smoke rings. It has a bubble in it and really would be used only for just getting your bearings but not for any further use. You could purchase it and keep in a first aid kit or in a pfd for a back up to a back up. It would not hurt to have it stuffed somewhere as an alternate use. But, do not pick it for primary or even secondary use. It is too limited and has no other functions or other versatile uses other than pointing you in a direction that is not true north. If you have minimal expectations and just want to find magnetic north, buy it. Any other reasons to have it or use it, then keep looking around.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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            Aug

            24

            2009

             
            4.0

            Does the job

            By James F.

            from Boston, MA

            About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

            Pros

            • Compact

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about REI Mini Compass:

                I use this as a backup to my GPS. It's ultra light and works for getting your general bearings. I keep it hooked to the shoulder strap of my backpack and periodically check it to confirm my direction of travel.

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                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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