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Silva Ranger Compass::
Retail Price $ Our Price $76.99 each.


"The compass has a clear plastic baseplate that has three map scales (1:24,000, 1:25,000 & 1:50,000), and measurements in millimeters and inches (for measuring distances on a map), Attached to the baseplate is a plastic cover that, when snapped closed, protects the compass from damage. When the cover is open, there is a mirror with a sighting line (on the mirror) and notch (on the cover). These both contribute to quick and accurate readings, The mirror also comes in handy as a signaling device or when you need to get something out of your eye, The compass itself is liquid-filled and uses a sapphire-jeweled needle, both which contribute to accuracy. The compass can be adjusted (rotated) as needed. It has 2 degree increments, There's a geared declination adjustment to help you distinguish between True and Magnetic North., The Ranger includes a clinometer, which is used measure the slope of angles. This can be handy for mountain climbers who want to calculate a slope to see how avalanche-prone it might be, Luminescence is used in critical areas to make it easier to use the compass in dim light, The compass has three silicone plastic feet to help prevent it from slipping, The Ranger comes with a removable 15 inch lanyard (cord) and a declination adjustment screwdriver, Silva also offers a 515CLQ model, which includes Quadrant graduations. Other than this, the 515CL and 515CLQ are identical, It weighs only 2.3 ounces, The Silva Ranger 515CL compass will meet virtually every need of the hiker or backpacker, and then some.Features : 0-360 degree bezel with 2 degree increments, clinometer, 1/20-inch scale, millimeter rules, silicone feet for map gripping, adjustable declination, sighting mirror with vee notch, and lanyard with adjustable slider, Dimensions: 4" x 2-1/2""

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