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Silva Polaris Compass 177

Popular for general use with superior performance at a modest price. Size: 2 x 3 Weight: 1 oz.

2� graduation lines and large numerals at every 20� mark

Clear base plate makes it easy to read a map and set bearings

To get a precise needle match, just match the red needle to the red in the capsule

Declination correction scale allows you to make quick adjustments of map bearings to field headings

Sure grip dial and ergonomically contoured base plate rests comfortably in your hand

Inch and millimeter scales for mapping and plotting

Rotating capsule helps you lock in bearings

Lanyard hole makes it easy to insert a cord for convenient carrying

Are you interested in learning more about compasses and land navigation? It's one thing to own a compass and another to know how to use it. Compasses aren't just for pointing north. Check out a great presentation from our friend Kevin Estella, a survival instructor at the Wilderness learning Center:

Land Navigation With Map And Compass

View more presentations from Kevin Estela.

SHIPPING TIMES:

Most, but not all orders leave our warehouse within 1-7 business days. Allow time from the day we ship for UPS or the USPS to deliver it to you from Upstate NY. Please call for rush orders before 2:00 Eastern time. That means that some items, to some locations could take two weeks or more. Remember, we're a 50 year old family run business, so feel free to call us for a rush. We can get most of our items out the same day and use next day air and get it to you tomorrow, but you need to call before 2:00 Eastern time.

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