
Imported.
Item 727086
Specification | Description |
| Weight | 0.95 ounces |
| Dimensions | 3.5 x 2.25 inches |
| Analog or Digital | Analog |
| Increments | 2 degrees |
| Declination adjustment | No |
| Declination scale | Yes |
| Liquid filled | Yes |
| Sighting Mirror | No |
| Clinometer | No |
| Magnifying lens | No |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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Comments about Suunto A-10 Compass:
Great simple compass. It really has all you need and nothing more. Great UL pick. [...]
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