Suunto MC-2G Global Compass
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Average Rating: 4.5
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Product Details
Main 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
- Measures 2.5 x 0.6 x 3.9 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 2.65 ounces; lifetime warranty
Description
A professional compass that has it all. A sighting mirror, adjustable declination, a clinometer, and a global needle that functions flawlessly anywhere in the world.
Other Details
- Brand: Suunto
- EAN: 0045235401239
- HazardousMaterialType: ORM-D Class 3
- Label: Suunto
- Manufacturer: Suunto
- Model: MC-2G
- MPN: SSUMC2GIN (35241)
- UPC: 045235301034
- Item Dimensions: 3.90 in x 2.50 in x 0.00 in; 0.17 lb
- Package Dimensions: 12.20 in x 6.10 in x 6.10 in; 0.85 lb
Customer Reviews
Great Compass
WOW!!! When I first saw this I was looking for several different tools, not an all in one. This Compass fulfilled all my requirements and I didn't even realize that it would when I bought it. I work on Satellite communications systems and aligning antennae is part of my daily taskings. This compass has a movable bezil ring which makes finding a bearing incredibly simple. It works well in the northern hemisphere. I have not had the opertunity to use it in the southern as of yet. The Clinometer makes it quite simple to get elevation angles nearly perfect. I have also done some hiking with it and I have not become lost as of yet. The literature that comes with the compass is easy to understand.
A little better than the Silva Ranger
The Suunto MC-2G and the Silva Ranger are the two high end (read: expensive) compasses out there. I'm not sure why they are worth the money, but I own both and here's my take on the head-to-head comparison. Both compasses are about the same, but the Suunto has the edge for three or four reasons:
1) The housing turns more smoothly on the Suunto than the Silva. Not a big deal either way, but the Silva turns smooth for a bit and then hangs up a bit. Suunto is smooth the whole way around.
2) The Suunto has half-moon window in the mirror for easier sighting whereas the Silva does not for some reason. Again, no big deal, but I like having the window.
3) The Suunto needle doesn't get hung up if you aren't holding it perfectly level, whereas the Silva can hang a bit. The reason the Suunto doesn't get hung up is because it has these two tiny pins attached to the needle that rest against the top of the housing and keep the needle level. I held both compasses side by side and moved them around a bit. The Suunto consistentlly found north a little more quickly and didn't get hung up. This is a somewhat signficant difference.
4) This is really insignificant, but the Suunto declination markings are printed so that you are looking at the markings on the same side you are turning the declination screw. With the Silva, you turn the screw on the backside and look at the markings on the other side. It's such a minor point that it is almost not worth mentioning, but once again, a small edge for Suunto.
4.5) And now for perhaps the most significant difference of all...the Suunto looks a little cooler.
I rate both products four stars instead of five because of price. I can't see that there is any significant difference in the manufacturing costs of a compass like these two and something in the $15-$30 range. But I like sighting with a mirror and I'm inclined to buy what appears to be "the best" even if it is more expensive. I'm not sure the price is justified in this case, but when all is said and done both are excellent compasses.
Excellent compass
This compass has it all. You will not be disappointed. It is well constructed and thought out. A must have for anyone who leaves the main roads.
Great compass.
I have used my MC-2G for about a year and am very impressed, I can not think of any improvements that I would make. To adjust the magnetic declination, the compass is flipped upside down for access to the adjustment screw and for direct reading of the declination scale. The fine green index line was a little difficult to see until I started the adjustment and the line moved away from the red declination marks. Now that I know what it looks like - it is easy to spot. Two of the scales read directly in miles, one scale for maps using 1:24000 (1 inch=24000 map inches) and one scale for maps using 1:62500 (1 inch=62500 map inches). I believe the scales do not go to the corners of the compass because the corners are rounded, plus the three scales would then overlap. This is my favorite compass.
THE ULTIMATE COMPASS
WHY WOULD YOU TRY TO SAVE A FEW BUCKS ON A CHEAPER PRODUCT ? THIS ONE HAS IT ALL.IF YOUR SERIOUS ABOUT FINDING YOUR WAY WITH A MAP AND COMPASS LOOK NO FURTHER THAN THE SUUNTO MC-2.DO NOT WORRY ABOUT THE EXTRA 1 OZ.(OR LESS) IN WEIGHT.I HAD A CHEAP COMPASS WHICH WAS WORTHLESS AND CONFUSING.I KNOW GPS IS THE CURRENT STANDARD BUT WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO IF IT MALFUNCTIONS ?(YES I HAVE BOTH ) ENOUGH SAID ,YOUR GOING TO LOVE THIS THIS COMPASS .