The adjustable declination makes it simple to do calculations, and the magnifying lens on the transparent baseplate helps you read maps with ease. I have a suunto m3 which i have had for 5 years for teaching navigation skills to beginners. The cammenga doesnt have that, so id need to do adjustments manually. View and download suunto mc1 instructions for use online. Its a fairly inexpensive, decent choice for someone who takes learning compass skills seriously but isnt. The suunto m3g right is best for extensive navigation. Suunto m3 nh compass precision compass with premium quality. Just wanted to confirm that the suunto m3 leader is a fantastic compass, especially for the price. The suunto m3d leader compass simply meets my detailed traditional requirements. Add to wishlist added to wishlist removed from wishlist 0. The suunto has a world needle, sighting window, a glow in the dark dial, and is made in finland, all of which i think makes it a step above the brunton. I dont know why youd bother with a compass without it, because its not like its a feature that weighs anything. Suunto m3 i have a suunto m3 which i have had for 5 years for teaching navigation skills to beginners, mountain leaders and instructors. If youre the type of person who has more maps in your bag than food, you may have an exploring addiction.
Im using a suunto m3, its a great value and has all the features you want in a compass, including luminous rotating bezel. Find the latest software updates and instructions on how to update your suunto. This allaround compass includes declination adjustment and a magnifying lens in the base to enlarge topo lines and symbols during map reading or orienteering. The m3g compass is liquid filled and has a magnifying lens for easier map reading. Logged opinion is the medium between knowledge and ignorance plato. The suunto a30 compass is a baseplate type compass designed for the walker who needs a reliable navigational tool to use both for planning a route and when on the move during day or night. Suunto orienteering and navigation compasses for outdoor sports. Suunto m 3 dl leader compass luminous markings adjustable. Nov 28, 2016 and the suunto m2 center, similar to the m3d leader is a more budgetfriendly alternative than the m3g but more advanced than the starter. To keep you doing what you love, the suunto m3 nh leader compass helps you navigate through your journeys, even in extreme conditions. I like features of them both, but the biggest difference that i can tell so far is that the suunto has a declination adjustment. And the suunto m2 center, similar to the m3d leader is a more budgetfriendly. Customer support support and service for suunto products.
The suunto m3d leader compass simply meets my detailed traditional requirements for use with my usgs quad topo maps and my garmin etrex venture hc hand held gps. This way you can steer to the correct direction as soon as possible. Features of the m3 dl compass by suunto balanced for northern andor southern hemisphere serrated bezel ring jewel bearing adjustable declination correction scale base plate with antislip rubber pads and rounded edges baseplate with magnifying lens easytoread luminous markings help to use the compass in dark conditions control marking holes cm or inch scales specifications. A great allaround compass sized to slip in your pocket or hang from your neck. Apr 27, 2014 a quick look at the suunto a30 woodsman compass. Built with all the features of the standard m3d, but with a builtin clinometer and suunto s patented global needle for true worldwide performance. Covering the basics of compass nav, setting a bearing in your compass.
With luminescent markings and a builtin magnifying lense, this reliable baseplate adventure compass is tailored for navigating and surviving in extreme. This compass is only accurate in the northern hemisphere. Home forums gear forums gear general question on compass viewing 25 posts 1 through 25 of 33 total 1 2 forums are supported by our merchant partners disclosure rei coupons zpacks hyperlite patagonia arcteryx rbtr drop backcountry feathered friends campsaver. The suunto m3 d compass is a baseplate style adventure compass with a declination adjustment that is optimized for use in forested or mountainous terrain where you can rarely see your destination. How to use your compass if you are not yet proficient in operating a compass, check out these posts and watch these videos. Great luminous protractor, plenty lumins on nneedlebox, sharp degree markings. Balanced for northern hemisphere, the suunto m3 compass also features adjustable declination correction and has a liquid filled capsule for stable operations. Ive read be expert with map and compass by bjorn hjellstrom but i feel that this book has only a few useful. Land navigation taking a bearing with the suunto m3. Smooth action, adjustable declination, and completely functional. There are different models within the m3 line, so if you want the liquid filled bezel version, you need to make sure you are getting the global model. The silva starter left is sufficient for occasional and basic use. The suunto m3 g right is best for extensive navigation.
With luminescent markings and a builtin magnifying lens, this. A reliable compass is essential for navigating and surviving in extreme conditions, and this hardy baseplate model by suunto is ready for the challenge. Suunto sports watches, dive products, compasses and accessories. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. I finally retired my 2530 year old suunto m3 and picked up this new suunto m3 nh. And the suunto m3 d leader center, old version is a more budgetfriendly alternative than the m3 g but more advanced than the starter. Need help deciding between sunnto mc2 and cammenga 3h. The silva starter left, old version is sufficient for occasional and basic use. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. When the sun goes down, the luminous bezel helps you see where.
I recommend it, its good value for money given the features. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below. The adjustable declination correction scale adds to the versatility of this trekking compass. It performs accurately in demanding conditions, with markings that are easy to read even in low. A hardy baseplate compass, the m3 dl compass features adjustable declination correction, and you can use it in low light conditions. Pete mck took his m3, along with his silva, last year to the alps and the suunto won thru. Advanced engineering combined with thoughtful design ensure fast, stable and simple use. Magnifying lense on transparent baseplate for easy use with map. I checked suunto s website and the global model is the only one in the m3 line with a liquid filled bezel. Suunto m3 global compass ss0270000 and for sale online. A compact baseplate compass packed with features for the serious explorer. Luminous markings, adjustable declination, magnifying lens, rubber nonslip feet, marking holes, measuring scales and lanyard. I did get a suunto m3 compass, but mine did not have a liquid filled bezel capsule. My favorite aspect, the lettering is cut into the plastic base the lettering on crummy cheap compasses is usually just printed on, or even sometimes a paper sticker.
Find the appropriate turning angle degree from the inner ring and read the bearing to the following mark from the suunto. A reliable compass is essential for navigating and surviving in extremeconditions. These hardy baseplate compasses are ready for the challenge. Ive been using mine for 9 years, ever since i became really interested in offtrail hiking and navigation and started teaching those skills as an instructor for the appalachian mountain club. A hardy baseplate compass, the m3 dl compass features adjustable declination correction, and you can use it in low light conditions thanks to luminescent markings. Suunto a 10, a 30, m 3 and mc 2 how to attach a lanyard. Liquidfilled capsule, jeweled bearing, adjustable declination, baseplate with. And the suunto m2 center, similar to the m3d leader is a more budgetfriendly alternative than the m3g but more advanced than the starter. A reliable compass is essential for navigating and surviving in extreme conditions, and this hardy baseplate model by suunto is ready. Bought the suunto m3 a year ago and from day one it was apparent that the quality was 100% better than the silva, and this winter in the alps, i will discover if it too is going to bubble.
Im trying to decide between two compasses, the suunto mc2 and the cammenga 3h. The suunto m3 leader compass is ergonomically designed with a serrated bezel for easy turning even while wearing gloves. A reasonably long, transparent plastic baseplate for pointing the compass at objects in the field and for joining points on the map and it has a prominent index mark indicating the direction of travel. Baseplate compasses 5 pages compass suunto sk6 user manual. I have read be expert with map and compass and felt after i read this book i. Why do you think the suunto is a better compass beside the made outside of china part. While not necessary, adjustable declination makes a huge difference in ease of use of a compass. With luminescent markings and a builtin magnifying lens, this reliable baseplate adventure compass is tailored for navigating and surviving in extreme conditions. This product may contain chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. A reasonably long, transparent plastic baseplate for pointing the compass. Suunto mc2g compass setting magnetic declination on the suunto duration.
Setting the bearing to the next mark on the race is sometimes difficult due to poor visibility. If your suunto compass has adjustable declination, do the following at the start of your navigation. When you need a reliable compass for navigating and surviving in extreme conditions, consider the suunto m3 dl compass. This compass also includes luminous markings, adjustable declination, magnifying lens, rubber nonslip feet, and marking holes.
An accurate and reliable mirror compass for the outdoor enthusiast, the suunto mc2 pro compass offers mirrored sighting, adjustable declination and a clinometer. The suunto m3 compass features a high grade steel needle with jewel bearings. Suunto m3 d leader compass gear navigation and maps compasses product details suunto m3 d leader compass gear navigation and maps compasses. Suunto m3 pro compass ergonomically designed with serrated bezel for easy turning even while wearing gloves. Like the suunto 5 and the suunto 9, the suunto 3 is more than just a fitness watch, with personalized adaptive training guidance and holistic 247 activity. Suunto is committed to achieving level aa conformance for this website in conformance with the web content accessibility guidelines wcag 2.
Additional features include a luminous bezel, two holes for control marking. And the suunto m2 center, similar to the m3d leader is a more budget friendly alternative than the m3g but more advanced than the starter. Its not perfect dont use this with night vision preserving red light torches but. The suunto m3g is equipped with a clinometer, ruler and global needle. This item suunto m3360dlinnh compass ss004307001 suunto m3 nh compass sighting compass mirror adjustable declination boy scout compass hiking survival map reading compass orienteering mirror compass hunting fishing military compass waterproof backpacking camping. Suunto m3 allows you to calculate the bearing to the next race marker in advance, before you reach the turning point. A reliable compass is essential for navigating and surviving in extreme conditions.
Home forums gear forums gear general question on compass viewing 25 posts 1 through 25 of 33 total 1 2 forums are supported by our merchant partners disclosure rei coupons zpacks hyperlite patagonia arcteryx rbtr drop backcountry. Unfortunately, it is not equipped with a sighting mirror which does otherwise reduce. Hold the compass steady and turn the capsule to align the orienting arrow with the new needle position. The global leader still features an adjustable declination correction scale, a luminous bezel, an anatomically designed baseplate with antislip rubber pads, and a fourfold round magnifying glass. Suunto m3 g compass for globetrotters, one size, global metric. I have pinged their team leader to ask how these trials got on and what the results were, and will post back when i get the results. Wristop computer designed for competetive boat racing. The suunto m3 g compass is a premiumquality, precision compass for convenient direction taking in demanding conditions.
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