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Suunto A-10 Compass
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Suunto A-10 Compass

Item # 727086

$14.50

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This basic compass offers reliable navigation at an outstanding price!

  • Liquid-filled capsule, tungsten steel needle and sapphire-jeweled bearing help to provide accurate readings
  • Bezel in two degree increments features notched edges for good grip; curved baseplate fits comfortably in your palm
  • Fixed declination correction scale accounts for the difference between magnetic and true North; the scale is not adjustable as with some compasses
  • Inch, centimeter and 1:24,000 scales on baseplate
  • Includes lanyard with locking clip for quick on and off

Imported.

Item 727086

Suunto A-10 Compass Specs

Specification

Description

Weight0.95 ounces
Dimensions3.5 x 2.25 inches
Analog or DigitalAnalog
Increments2 degrees
Declination adjustmentNo
Declination scaleYes
Liquid filledYes
Sighting MirrorNo
ClinometerNo
Magnifying lensNo

Suunto A-10 Compass Customer Reviews

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Suunto A-10 Compass
 
4.6

(based on 8 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Accurate (8)
  • Compact (7)
  • Reliable (7)
  • Simple controls (7)
  • Strong construction (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backcountry camping (8)
    • Day trips (8)
    • Survival (7)
    • River trips (6)
    • Road trips (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Outdoor enthusiast (7), Avid adventurer (5), Gearhead (3)

    Reviewed by 8 customers

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    Apr

    24

    2008

    (18 of 20 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    This compass SAVED MY LIFE!

    By leepub

    from SoCal

    About Me Avid Adventurer, Bad With Directions, Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact
    • Reliable Performance
    • Simple Controls
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backcountry Camping
      • Campgrounds
      • Day Trips
      • River Trips
      • Road Trips
      • Survival

      Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

      Got caught up in a sudden, vicious snow storm with zero visibility with my dog (misjudged timing of approaching storm). We were off trail with no landmark to gage directions due to blizzard condition, was completely disorientated. I had a windproof softshell on, that was it, pooch had a very good coat on, but not enough. We were in a very bad shape and hypothermia was a real danger. Since the map was useless (zero landmark) the compass was our only hope. I knew if we headed south we would come across a trail that would lead us back to the trailhead (or whatever is left of the trail since there was heavy snow cover). So through loose rocks and icy slopes we followed the red pointer on the compass and sure enough after what seemed like hours we found the trailhead and our truck covered in inches of fresh powder. I take my A10 everytime, everywhere now no matter how easy I think a hike will be... you never know when you will need it. This compass is now the one piece of item I cherish the most in my pack.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (18 of 20 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      8

      2007

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Good direction!

      By Queen of Crex

      from Grantsburg, WI

      About Me Avid Adventurer, Outdoor Enthusiast, Professional

      Pros

      • Accurate
      • Compact
      • Easy To Set Up
      • Reliable Performance
      • Simple Controls
      • Strong Construction
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backcountry Camping
        • Day Trips
        • Educational programs
        • River Trips
        • Survival

        Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

        I bought several of these compasses for education programs on orienteering. Cost was a factor as well as quality and simplicity since kids will be using them and we had to stay in our budget. These are great tools and easy enough to use to teach kids how to work them. They fit nicely in the palm of your hand and have a neck strap so the kids won't drop them. There is a little attachment that connects the neck strap to the compass which I did not put on since the strap could easily come off of it - I just tied it directly to the compass instead - works great! They also come with a wonderful 'how to' brochure that has some great general information on using compasses.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        8

        2008

        (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Great piece, not so durable

        By longjohn silver

        from Mich

        About Me Avid Adventurer, Gearhead

        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Simple Controls

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping
          • Day Trips
          • River Trips

          Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

          This is a good compass for the price, but treat it nicely, I took mine out once and didnt particularly abuse it and the casing has leaked out all the suspension fluid and is now rather inaccurate.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          18

          2007

          (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Might look simple, but this does the job

          By OutdoorObcessed

          from Illinois

          About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Accurate
          • Compact
          • Reliable Performance

          Cons

          • None yet found

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping
          • Day Trips
          • Road Trips
          • Survival

          Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

          I got this compass for an adventure race, and it did its job and more. It was great for plotting points on a map, setting courses, and it was light and took quite a beating. I had an ex-marine on my team with a military grade compass and mine proved just as accurage and easier to use.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          12

          2007

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Simple, Well Priced, and a necessity

          By Chinny33

          from Los Angeles, CA

          About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Accurate
          • Compact
          • Easy To Set Up
          • Reliable Performance
          • Simple Controls
          • Strong Construction
          • Waterproof

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping
          • Campgrounds
          • Day Trips
          • River Trips
          • Road Trips
          • Survival

          Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

          I exclusively use a GPS, but needed a back up compass. this is small, lightweight and perfect for what i needed to throw in the "survival" necessities in the pack while hiking.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          4

          2008

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Everything you need and nothing more.

          By livelight11

          from Fayetteville, AR

          About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Accurate
          • Compact
          • Reliable Performance
          • Simple Controls

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backcountry Camping
            • Campgrounds
            • Day Trips
            • Road Trips
            • Survival

            Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

            Not a whole lot to say. Its accurate its reliable and its got what you need to keep you heading in the right direction. What else do you want in a compass?

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            22

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            The original GPS

            By ground sloth

            from Broomfield, CO

            About Me Avid Adventurer, Outdoor Enthusiast

            Pros

            • Accurate
            • Compact
            • Easy To Set Up
            • Reliable Performance
            • Simple Controls
            • Strong Construction
            • Waterproof

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Backcountry Camping
              • Day Trips
              • River Trips
              • Survival

              Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

              It works great, small enough to fit anywhere, easy to use. I know where I want to go it tells me my direction and keeps me on course. What more can you ask for. The more you use it the more you will like it.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Sep

              17

              2007

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Awesome simple piece

              By Chris Sharma

              from Davis/ San Diego, CA

              About Me Avid Adventurer, Climber, Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Accurate
              • Compact
              • Easy To Set Up
              • Reliable Performance
              • Simple Controls
              • Strong Construction
              • Waterproof

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Backcountry Camping
                • Climbing bouldering
                • Day Trips
                • River Trips
                • Survival

                Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:

                Great simple compass. It really has all you need and nothing more. Great UL pick. [...]

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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