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Kasper & Richter Dakar Lensatic Baseplate Compass

Kasper & Richter Dakar Lensatic Baseplate Compass

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Kasper & Richter Dakar Lensatic Baseplate Compass

Kasper & Richter built the flip-up Dakar Lensatic Baseplate Compass on a clear baseplate so you can use its military-style lensatic technology together with your map. Adjust the declination of this fluid-filled compass and flip-up the sighting line to orient objects on the horizon and determine your position and bearing. The one-degree-resolution Azimuth scale Dakar Compass gives you circular and triangular cutouts, three map scales, and metric and imperial rulers for accurate map marking and reading. The military still teaches lensatic compass skills in the age of the GPS, and we suggest you carry a compass as well as your GPS.

Bottom Line: The Dakar Compass is the workhorse of analog survival tools.

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Rating for this product: 2

Good Concept...

By: Backcountry.com Employee
October 18, 2008

...but the inner dial hangs up on the pivot, leaving a 3-5 degree variance when trying to fine tune your course. Rarely consistent platform, but the long straight edge is a great idea for map work and I like the see through plate on the sighting side. This allows for a both eyes on target when working at greater distances. Overall, nice idea, but not so hot execution.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
Clear plastic 
Adjustable Declination:
Yes 
Global Needle:
Yes 
Sighting Hole:
Yes 
Sighting Mirror:
No 
Buoyant:
Yes 
Magnified Readout:
No 
Bubble Level:
Yes 
Slope Meter:
No 
Digital:
No 
Backlight:
No 
Battery Type:
N / A 
Battery Life:
N / A 
Low Battery Indicator:
N / A 
Dimensions:
2.25 x 3.25in (6 x 8cm) 
Weight:
1.8oz (51g) 
Recommended Use:
Survival, backcountry trekking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 

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