Suunto MC-2G Global Compass
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Description of Suunto MC-2G Global Compass
A high quality compact compass designed with user-friendly features for general use. The M-Series represent durable, reliable, high quality navigational aids, which perform flawlessly in even the most demanding of conditions. Models feature a large liquid filled capsule and adjustable declination correction scale. Another convenient feature of the models in this series is the serrated bezel ring, which is easy to turn even in cold conditions while wearing gloves. Due to their easy-to-read luminous markings and magnifying lenses, the compasses of the M-Series are also ideally suited to navigating in conditions of poor visibility.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.
Sports reviews of Suunto MC-2G Global Compass
Customer Review: Great compass.
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
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.Customer Review: Excellent compass, less excellent price:
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I'm not exactly an avid adventurer, and I suspect a much cheaper compass would probably get the job done. But, if you really want a sighting compass, this particular one works extremely well.
Pros:
1. Very easy to set the declination.
2. All of the markings you need are easy to read.
3. The sights are very accurate, when using the appropriate care and expertise.
4. The needle glides easily into position and remains relatively steady.
Cons:
1. Really, just the price.
Honestly, this is a lovely, extremely functional, high quality, well designed tool and you won't be disappointed. I contacted customer support once online, they emailed me back with the solution in two days.
Customer Review: Great Compass
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
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.Customer Review: Fit and Finish
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I needed a mirrored compass for my forestry classes and took some advice
not to skimp on quality with navigational tools. The Suunto MC-2 Global proved to be at
a much higher fit and finish than the other models I tested at a lower price and it shows.
Attention to detail is obvious on this model just by watching its needle in action. Would a $20 dollar
Asian import due the trick? Probally, but I don't see it lasting up to a few years in the field.
You get what you pay for I suppose. Hope for many years of use from this Finnish made compass.
Customer Review: THE ULTIMATE COMPASS
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
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 .