| Suunto MC-2G Global Compass |  | Brand: Suunto
Department: Compasses
List Price: $83.95
Buy New: $54.95
as of 9/6/2010 00:31 EDT details
You Save: $29.00 (35%)
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  16 reviews
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 10.4 x 4.8 x 0.9
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MPN: 51-MC-2G
Model: SS014891000
UPC: 045235301034
EAN: 0045235301034
ASIN: B000FEUCRW
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| Features:
| • | Compact mirrored compass for taking highly accurate and reliable directional measurements | | • | Global needle works anywhere on the planet; base plate with magnifying lens | | • | Fixed declination adjustment system is ideal for areas with large magnetic variation | | • | Extra sighting hole for added precision; luminous bezel and markings for nighttime viewing | | • | This item is not for sale in Catalina Island |
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Product Description
The Suunto MC-2G Pro Global Needle Compass provides an invaluable tool for those who desire accurate and reliable directional measurements; for example surveyors, miners, architects, rescue patrols, hikers, boaters and the military. This mirror sighting compass features a declination adjustment system that is especially useful when working in areas of large magnetic variation. The sighting notch, and luminous two-color bezel ring provide superior accuracy. Other outstanding features include a clinometer adjustment system, baseplate with magnifying lens and ruler and a global needle. This compass is ideally suited to navigate in conditions of poor visibility.
Amazon.com Product Description
Hailing from Suunto's MC series, the top-of-the-line MC-2G global compass is an invaluable tool for people who require highly accurate and reliable directional measurements, such as surveyors, miners, architects, rescue patrols, hikers, boaters, and the military. The MC-2G boasts a fixed declination adjustment system--standard throughout the range--that's especially useful when working in areas with large magnetic variation. The tool's additional sighting hole, meanwhile, ensures superior accuracy, as does the jewel bearing. Add in a mirrored lid, a baseplate with a round magnifying lens, a clinometer that measures the ground slope, and a luminous bezel and markings and you have a versatile, practical compass for a variety of applications. The real star of the MC-2G, however, is its global needle, which works anywhere on the planet. Previously, most compasses functioned well in only one of five geographic zones. That's because the compasses were balanced differently based on the zone's inclination, i.e., the vertical intensity and direction of the Earth's magnetic field. However, as people began to travel more, it became clear that globe-hoppers needed compasses with a greater geographical range. Suunto responded by developing two-zone systems--which work in either the northern or southern hemisphere--and one-zone systems such as the global MC-2G. Now there's no need to purchase several compasses before embarking on your around-the-world eco adventure. The MC-2G, which also sports a red nylon lanyard for around-the-neck use, measures 2.5 by 0.6 by 3.9 inches (W x H x D) with the lid closed and weighs a mere 2.65 ounces. It's also backed by a lifetime warranty.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 10
 Compass September 3, 2010
AJKendall
Compass works great! I like all functions and easy to use. Mirror protects capsule when closed and needle works great even if compass is not perfectly level.
 Great, but could be perfect! June 1, 2010
J. Kan (Cupertino)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
The main reason I chose this compass over the much cheaper and equally as accurate Brunton 15TDCL is the global needle. Otherwise, the Brunton has everything else I want at half the cost at my local REI or $25 less on Amazon.
Global needle:
Great considering I will be traveling to the southern hemisphere, saving me from buying another compass just for that. The tracks really quickly and settles just as fast.
Other positives include:
1) The black lettering on white-glow background is easier to read
2) The mirror has a larger sighting hole at the base if that's how you sight.
3) Lower profile when closed
4) The reverse declination scale is intuitive and "out of the way" when viewing from above, yet works really well when using the clinometer and reading with the mirror and reversing the numbers again for easy reading.
5) Strong glow in the dark material.
6) This is big: made in Europe and not China.
Negatives (not necessarily compared to the Brunton):
1) Big square cover. Larger foot print because of the squared corners than the Brunton. The squared edges of the mirror cover are also less comfortable.
2) The scales on the baseplate either have inches and no centimeters, or 1:24000/1:62500, or 1:25000/1:50000. One could easily get rid of the 1:25000 or 1:50000 and replace it with 1:240000 since it is half.
3) The etching isn't very deep making it easy to chip off the paint from the baseplate. The logo and model number aren't even etched in.
4) Although this is extra, the snap release isn't very secure. The lanyard just barely hangs inside making it likely to come off when putting in a bag. Better to just loop the lanyard directly to the baseplate.
5) The magnifying glass could be larger to be useful as a firestarter too.
6) Price.
Compass with Everything March 4, 2010
Kittyglenwood (Oklahoma)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This compass is worth every cent. It has smooth movement and every feature that I need to get accurate and precise readings.
Good, reliable compass January 2, 2010
Canoe Traveler (Wisconsin)
Good, strong, well designed compass. It does everything it should do and is easy to read. The literature that came with it could be better.
Compass October 14, 2009
Dan (New York)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I guess I actually learned how to use one. Between the instructions and the internet...this one actually works!!!
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