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Explorer’s Folding Mirror Compass
Are you searching for your way through the wilderness and want to rely on more than just a fading phone battery? This folding mirror compass, also known as a field compass, is your loyal partner for navigation in the wild or over historical maps. Whether you are a re-enactor planning troop movements, a scout on an expedition, or an outdoor enthusiast seeking adventure, this compass allows you to accurately determine your bearing. Thanks to its compact folding design and sighting mirror, you can elevate your navigation skills to a professional level. Further product information ...
Explorer’s Folding Mirror Compass with Five Mapping Scales
Practical Use and Features
The core of this compass is a magnetic needle housed in a liquid-damped capsule that points steadily toward the Earth's magnetic pole. The rotating bezel with a degree scale allows you to easily read angles and determine your azimuth. Cardinal directions are marked with standard English initials: N (North), S (South), W (West), and E (East). The integrated sighting mirror allows you to simultaneously view your target in the terrain and the compass needle, significantly increasing sighting accuracy.
Technical Specifications and Equipment
The compass is made of durable transparent plastic, allowing you to see map details directly beneath the device. It features stencil cut-outs for drawing topographical symbols in your notebook and includes a practical neck lanyard.
| Size (Open) | 160 x 55 mm (approx. 6.3 x 2.2 inches) |
| Size (Closed) | 80 x 55 mm (approx. 3.1 x 2.2 inches) |
| Body Material | High-resistance transparent polymer |
| Map Scales | 5 different scales (including 1:25,000 and 1:63,360 / 1 inch to 1 mile) |
| Measuring Units | Millimetres and Inches |
| Special Features | Sighting mirror, symbol stencils, ruler |
A Glimpse into the History of Navigation
While the first magnetic compasses originated in ancient China, the modern "baseplate" or "mirror" compass design evolved during the 20th century. For military scouts and cartographers, combining a compass with a ruler and multiple scales was a revolution. Interestingly, the term "busola" or "boussole" comes from the Italian word for "little box." Throughout military history, the ability to read a map and find one's way was often the difference between victory and crushing defeat. Today, this tool lets you experience the spirit of old explorers and surveyors who mapped unknown lands with nothing but paper and a magnetic needle.
Maintenance and Safety Guidelines
To ensure your compass serves you for many years, please follow these guidelines:
- Keep it away from strong magnets and electromagnetic sources (e.g., speakers, mobile phones) while measuring, as they can permanently demagnetise or deflect the needle.
- Clean the plastic body only with lukewarm water and a soft cloth; aggressive chemicals might cloud the transparent plastic or damage the printed scales.
- Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures (e.g., behind a car windscreen in summer), which could cause the damping fluid to leak or warp the plastic.
- Note: This compass is designed for outdoor orientation and hiking, not for high-precision geodetic surveying.
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