Compasses

Many years ago, people were already looking for a way to effectively determine the direction of travel so as not to get lost. At the time, they used such methods as observing the stars, watching the sunset or even looking at which side the moss was growing. During the search for an effective way to determine direction, it was noticed that a freely suspended marker in a magnetic field indicated the direction - this is how the compass was created. This simple device for determining direction is based on a rotating magnetic needle, set on an axis inside a case with an angular scale. The needle, which has the properties of a magnet, points north with one end and south with the other.

In our offer on MILITARY.EU you will find a very large selection of different types of compasses. Among them we can distinguish several types. We have versions of compasses that practically do not take up space and you can always have them with you - these are keychain compasses, on a snap hook, which you can clip to your keys, trouser loops or backpack. Compasses to be worn on the wrist can also be convenient and practical. This will allow quick access to the compass and make it easier to orient yourself in the field, for example, during survival expeditions. Another option are map compasses, which, thanks to their design, are used to determine position on a map. They have a built-in magnifying glass, scale or ruler, and even special holes for determining points on the map. Models of this type will come in handy during orienteering or hiking. A large easy-to-read dial or brightly colored base will improve reading comfort even in poor lighting conditions.

The best-known version of the compass is the one with a closed structure, the so-called compass. This design prevents mechanical damage from occurring. Although compass and compass are words used interchangeably, it is worth noting that the former is a piece of equipment that is more advanced than an ordinary compass. Thanks to it, you can plot world directions or determine directional angles, even in very demanding conditions. Their construction is more complex - in addition to the magnetic needle, as in the case of a compass, there are targeting instruments (bow tie, ruler, pinkie, mirror and north-south indicator). The compass or compass indicators can be placed freely or flooded with liquid, making it easier to use while moving. For water sports enthusiasts, we also recommend the Steiner marine binoculars with illuminated compass, which, thanks to its versatility, will also work well in the field. The equipment is made of durable materials, and good viewing quality is guaranteed by high-contrast optics. The compass is placed on the outside, so it does not interfere with observation.

In the offer on our MILITARY.EU website you will find compasses from many well-known companies, such as the domestic brand Helikon-Tex or foreign brands BCB, Badger Outdoor, Silva and many others. With a wide range of models, everyone is able to find something for themselves. Whether it will be a person looking for a very good quality compass for outdoor expeditions or orienteering, or it will be a person who is just beginning the adventure of using a compass. Compasses that are suitable for children and miniature compasses in a keychain that can be used as a decoration are also available from us. The products offered by our store are made of solid components of the highest quality. Depending on the model, it can be a compass made of metal, aluminum, polycarbonate and other plastics - in all cases, this gives durability for years.

Compasses are a very good tool for experienced people, as well as for beginners. Today, compasses are still the best-known and most widely used instrument for determining direction in the field. Due to their small size and usefulness, practically every traveler carries a compass with them. Check out the range of compasses and compasses in the MILITARY.EU store. On our site you will also find other useful gadgets for navigation, such as locators or mapmakers, which will help you orient yourself in unknown terrain.