Coghlan's - Map Compass

The Coghlan’s Map Compass is a high-performance navigational tool designed specifically for those who venture off the beaten path. Featuring a transparent baseplate, this compass is engineered to be used directly on top of topographical maps, allowing for seamless route planning and coordinate plotting. With its jeweled needle for friction-free movement and specialized scales, it is the ultimate companion for hikers, scouts, and survivalists who require more than just basic directional guidance. Features See-Through Baseplate: The clear plastic base allows you to see the map details underneath, making it easy to align the compass with grid lines and terrain features. Rotating, Liquid-Filled Housing: The needle is housed in a liquid-damped chamber to ensure stability and rapid settling, while the rotating bezel allows for precise bearing adjustments. Jeweled Needle Movement: Features a high-quality jeweled bearing that minimizes friction, providing smoother and more accurate needle rotation than standard recreational compasses. Luminous Pointer: Equipped with light-gathering luminous markers on the needle and housing, facilitating critical navigation during dawn, dusk, or low-light operations. Multi-Scale Measurement: The baseplate is laser-etched with three essential scales for professional map work: Inches for standard measurements. Millimeters for precision metric plotting. 1:25,000 Scale for direct distance calculations on standard topographic maps. Integrated Magnifier (Deluxe Models): Often includes a built-in magnifying glass to help identify small map symbols and fine contour lines. Specifications Material: Durable Transparent Acrylic Needle: Liquid-dampened with Jeweled Bearing Scales: Inches / Millimeters / 1:25,000 Visibility: Luminous markings for low light Dimensions: Approximately 8.5 cm x 6 cm (Standard) Weight: ~31 g (1.1 oz)