The Silva Starter 123 Compass is an ideal small pocket compass for PFD pocket or in your back pack. Excellent for introducing map and compass skills or for the sport of orienteering. The Silva Starter's base plate is a good size for children's smaller hands. The clear base plate makes map reading and course plotting easy. Features: 2° dial graduations, rotating azimuth ring, inch and millimeter scales for measuring distances, declination scale, lanyard hole and lanyard, not shown. 2 by 3 inches, weighs less than one ounce in your pocket or pack.
Use this small compass as back-up to, and to check accuracy of, your deck compass or GPS. Can be used as your primary compass for those who paddle in un-challenging navigational situations. Great for hiking too!
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