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Suunto MCA-D Challenger Compass

Item #SUN0166 | 48 in Stock

the ad for The Suunto MCA-D Challenger Compass says it has a...

By Ranked #262 - Life Jackets and Safety Gear May 9, 2008

the ad for The Suunto MCA-D Challenger Compass says it has a fixed declination scale.

Just what does that mean? Does it have a declination adjustment or not?

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #125 - Life Jackets and Safety Gear June 17, 2008

I just got this compass for my Dad (Father's Day) and the answer is no, this compass doesn't have an adjustable declination scale. The declination is fixed on the scale, doesn't move, so you just have to subtract or add the declination that you read on the map from your measurements. Personally I'd recommend the Silva Ranger compass or another with adjustable declination.

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Tech Specs:

Global Needle:
no 
Sighting Hole:
yes 
Sighting Mirror:
yes 
Buoyant:
no 
Bubble Level:
no 
Slope Meter:
no 
Backlight:
no 
Battery Type:
none 
Dimensions:
2.2 x 3.3 x 0.6 in 
Weight:
1.5 oz 
Recommended Use:
backcountry, map orientation, bearings, wayfinding 
Manufacturer Warranty:
5 years 

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