Suunto  MCB NH Mirror Compass

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Perfect for kayakers and other mariners, the Suunto MCB NH mirror compass is an ergonomic multipurpose mirror compass that combines precision with practicality. Plus, it floats.

Color: Black
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Features

  • Floating polypropylene lid has a sighting mirror that locks at set angles of 60, 120 and 180°
  • Liquid-filled capsule steadies the tungsten steel needle quickly; sapphire jeweled bearing pivot
  • Notched rotating bezel turns easily; 0–360° in 2-degree increments
  • Fixed declination scale allows the user to account for the difference between magnetic and true north
  • Clear plastic base allows visibility of maps and charts beneath the compass
  • Map scale displayed in inches and millimeters
  • Detachable snap-lock nylon lanyard with whistle

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Hiking

Kayaking

Analog or Digital

Analog

Increments

2 degrees

Declination Scale

Yes

Sighting Mirror

Yes

Liquid-Filled

Yes

Floats

Yes

Ruler

Yes

Lanyard

Yes

Dimensions

2.7 x 2.3 inches

Weight

1.3 ounces

Reviews
28 reviews with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars

Ratings Snapshot

Product Rating

10 out of 15 (67%) reviewers recommend this product

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Average Customer Ratings

Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life

Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
Left it home once, never again
RM Caluma
13 years ago
I left this home once and got lost when the map wasn't accurate. Never again! Has saved my butt quite a few times. A good compass is worth its weight, and this compass is a good one. Whenever I go on an adventure, this goes with me and I always get home.
RM Caluma
Manchester, CT
13 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
Know what you are getting!
David V
16 years ago
This compass would not be a bad one to give to a child for learning compass skills. But that's about as far as it goes. The declination can't be locked, and the compass itself isn't fluid-filled. Plus, the case isn't hinged--the plastic bends to close the compass. So, the top is likely to separate sooner, rather than later. If you want a mirror compass, step up to one of the mid-priced units that REI sells. They are far better suited for back country use.
David V
Chicago, IL
54 people found this review helpful

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don segundo
Corvallis,OR
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Dont bother

2 years ago

Compass is cheap and made very crudely. Hinge never stays where you want it to and the mirror actually rubs on the mirror creating a big round smear that makes the compass hard to use.

Age:45–54
No, I do not recommend this product
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David V
Chicago, IL
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Know what you are getting!

16 years ago

This compass would not be a bad one to give to a child for learning compass skills. But that's about as far as it goes. The declination can't be locked, and the compass itself isn't fluid-filled. Plus, the case isn't hinged--the plastic bends to close the compass. So, the top is likely to separate sooner, rather than later. If you want a mirror compass, step up to one of the mid-priced units that REI sells. They are far better suited for back country use.

No, I do not recommend this product
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Peanut Butter and Tortillas
Saratoga, CA
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Servicable, not durable

14 years ago

My sunscreen leaked in my backpack, and when I wiped it off this compass, the markings on the clear plastic came right off. It was just regular, name-brand sunscreen, but apparently it was enough to dissolve the markings.I guess it worked pretty well up to that point.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Jester1492
Colorado
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Light weight construction

9 years ago

Purchased this for an emergency kit I put together for when camping. This item seems to work well and is extremely light weight. The major concern is with regard to how durable this item will be. Although I havent had any problems with it, It just feels cheaply built when I'm using it.

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RM Caluma
Manchester, CT
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Left it home once, never again

13 years ago

I left this home once and got lost when the map wasn't accurate. Never again! Has saved my butt quite a few times. A good compass is worth its weight, and this compass is a good one. Whenever I go on an adventure, this goes with me and I always get home.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Eyecon82
Chicago, IL
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

3 in 1

17 years ago

Perfect 3 in 1 buy. You get a sighting mirror that doubles as an emergency signal and a whistle!.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Jacquie
Las Vegas, NV
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Love to know where I am

8 years ago

Compass is great. I like to have a back up to phone app and Garmin GPS. The Suunto compass is prefect. already have a built in whistle on my pack so did not attach the one that came with compass.

Yes , I recommend this product
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JustinTN
Dillon, CO
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Garbage

4 years ago

This compass is at best a child’s toy. It has no declination ring; only fixed declination marks. I purchased this for a Search & Rescue navigation test and it is totally useless. In addition, the construction of the housing pitiful. You could get something similar from a vending machine when I was little. Buy a real compass.

Age:35–44
No, I do not recommend this product

Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life
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Adk Adventurer
Adk's (New York)
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Due North!

17 years ago

I love this compass. Compact, accurate, durable, and waterproof. What else could you ask for. I keep this attached to my PFD at all times!

Yes , I recommend this product
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[...]master
Antioch, CA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Really cool

17 years ago

This is a great product. It still works even after i dropped it on the ground a few times. It only had one or two scratches and that was it. It is super accurate. I love this compass.

Yes , I recommend this product
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