Compasses

Hand Bearing Compass

This lightweight compass is comfortable to hold and accurate even when sighting an object miles away. The hand bearing compass can be used in two different ways. To take the bearing of a point, the compass is held near the eye and read down the line of sight. A stable bearing appears in the prism in perfect focus day or night. For quick reference, a heading can be determined by looking straight down at the compass and reading the degree shown with the magnifying lens. The contrasting black and red numbers on the compass card make it quick, clear and easy to read. The compass features a liquid-dampened card with photo luminescent night lighting that quickly charges by placing the compass momentarily under bright light. No batteries are required. A colorful, sturdy, rubber housing protects the compass. It also includes an integral lanyard, which serves as a convenient neck or wrist strap. The compass has a lifetime warranty, is factory certified, and is accurate to within 1 degree.

It measures 1-3/16" high x 3-3/16" diameter and weighs 4.6 ounces. The package includes directions for use and a numbered calibration certificate

$129.95 + shipping
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Illuminated Hand Bearing Compass

A pistol-grip handle and a stable, liquid-damped card in an accurate, arm's-length handheld at a very affordable price. 

  • Cards have 5° graduations and bold graduations every 15°
  • Configuration: Arm's length handheld with pistol grip handle 
  • Sighting System: Direct read card with front and rear sights 
  • Illumination: Illuminated model has solid-state LED 
  • Dimensions: 6.5"H x 4.25"L x 2"W 
  • Material: High impact gray plastic 
  • Lanyard: Yes 
  • Batteries: No Model 108241, Yes Model 108258
  • Included Accessories: Lanyard and instructions
  • Illuminated model includes batteries
  • Warranty

$49.00 + shipping

 

C Plath Merkur Compass

Merkur SE - For horisontal flush surface mounting.  Three lubber lines.  Used on most lifeboats.

$649.95 + shipping

Merkur SR - For horizontal flush mounting or bracket mounting.

$649.95 + shipping

Merkur SR High Speed - High speed/highly dampened.  For horizontal flush mounting. Three lubber lines.

$589.95 + shipping

Merkur VZE - High speed/highly dampened design.  For flush bulkhead mounting.  Six lubber lines for easy reading at any angle.  Duplex card: easily read as a direct or dished card.

$639.95 + shipping

Venus Compass

Worldwide Balance!
Real Glass Dome!
1 or 5 - 5-3/4"
Apparent Card Size
Specifications For Venus

* Full spherical construction with internal gimbal system.
* Balanced for use in northern and southern hemispheres.
* Accuracy of indication: less than or equal to 1 degree.
* Lag error: less than or equal to 2.
* Oscillation period: less than or equal to 4.7 sec.
* These values exceed the ISO norm (International Organization of Standards).
* Temperature range: -22F to 158F. Corresponds with the ISO norm for commercial shipping.
* Vibration resistance exceeds the requirements of the BSH (German Hydrographic Institute).
* Seawater resistant light alloy housing with super-strong glass dome that is insensitive to ultraviolet radiation.
* Dished card with 1 graduation.
* Red dazzle-free illumination for 12 volt (24V by special request).
* Oscillation-free double bottom compensates volume changes in compass fluid.
* Accuracy at all angles of heel insured by full internal gimballing.
* Apparent card diameter: 5-3/4" (150mm).
* Cutout diameter: 6" (152mm).
* Weight of compass: 6 lbs. 12 oz.
* Weight of cylinder: 4 lbs. 1 oz.
* Three year warranty on body.
* Lifetime warranty on glass dome.

1 Degree card $749.95 +shipping 

5 Degree card $749.95 +shipping