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Phosphorescent Lensatic Military Compass 27
Made in the USA with Cammenga quality. For those who prefer a more cost-effective means of navigating terrain, we offer a Phosphorescent Lensatic Compass option. This compass is essentially the same trustworthy model supplied to the U.S. Military. The only difference between this Model 27 and the Model 3H is this version employs a phosphorescent paint for lightless visibility instead of self-luminous Tritium.
Technical Specifications
- Shockproof, damage-resistant design.
- Constructed with a powder-coated, military grade, aluminum frame for optimal endurance.
- Phosphorescent pigment for low light navigation.
- Waterproof to considerable depths. Sandproof for extra durability.
- Accuracy +/- 40 mils.
- Performs flawlessly in temperatures ranging from -50° F to 150° F.
- Uncompromised by temperature changes due to its non-liquid filled needle housing.
- Uses a copper induction-damping ring that slows, settles and steadies the compass needle quickly.
- Proudly made with the highest quality in the U.S.A.
- National Stock Number (NSN): 6605-01-571-6052
Cohen
Reviewed in Canada on April 8, 2025
What can I say? The standard for which rugged compasses are judged is based on the reputation of Cammenga. And this seller issues genuine Cammengas. While I'd always recommend the Model 3H over the Model 27, you'll frequently find the Model 27 significantly cheaper than the 3H.
alan thompson
Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2025
It's a real Cammenga compass, the aluminum casing makes it much sturdier than an all plastic Silva, just know that this is the non-tritium model 27 that has luminous paint markings on the dial that you have to shine your flashlight at for a few seconds to use in the dark. There is also a model with tritium markings that glows on its own at night, but they are over 2x as expensive.They only difference is the method of making the dial glow. The more expensive tritium model isn't necessarily better, in fact the glow fades in 10-12 years while this phosphor model will never have that problem.As I do more daytime hiking I am happy to have this option of a real Cammenga at this cheaper price point, but if you navigate at night frequently then you might prefer the tritium one.
ENGRPRO
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024
I read a lot of good stuff about the compass before I bought it but I didn’t know it was made like things were made back in the 80s, to outlast your heirs and their heirs. Opening the clam needed some effort, very strong joints. Tough thick metal encasing a free floating liquidless compass with phosphorescent tick mark and looking window. All you have to do is flash a flashlight on the compass for 5 seconds & you can read everything in the dark. Closing the compass - brakes stop the compass stops rotating in stow away mode. Also no need for a ruler. The ring rotates in clicks 3 clicks 1 degree. Once you take angles from a map all you have to do is count clicks left or right to set declination. Directions are to the T accurate when I compared it to iPhone compass app. Amazing stuff really. Even if you don’t use one..nice collectible.
C Eng
Reviewed in Canada on April 5, 2024
Love the sturdy case for this lensatic compass and sight reading needle. Yet I wish it had a built-in adjustment feature for magnetic declination for North and True North like some Suunto compasses.
Will
Reviewed in Germany on August 2, 2023
Ich habe schon einen Original Cammenga .Das was ich bekommen habe würde nicht mal China Qualität entsprechen. Sofort wieder zurück. Keinen Cent wert.Unglaublich.
please with product
Reviewed in Australia on July 17, 2023
Excellent compass easy to use well made
Customer
Reviewed in Canada on December 21, 2023
A compass of excellent quality. Fairly easy to use with some practice and caution.
mick s.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2023
If you're looking for the Genuine Cammenga military compass this is the site to order from.The build quality and accuracy stand out a mile from all the fakes on sale at other sites.All described features are present including date of manufacture and stamped info on case back and top .Very happy with purchase and quick shipping time from USA too.
Garry
Reviewed in Canada on January 22, 2023
I was looking for an accurate, shock, and water proof compass that wasn't affected by temperature after my baseplate compass developed a bubble. This compass met my criteria and I am very happy with my purchase.
Norm Kelso
Reviewed in Canada on February 16, 2022
This compass is bomb proof, does everything it was designed to do, and has luminous markings. Plastic compasses are ok for weekend warriors, this one is for people who rely on a tool to do its job. A great value as you’ll only ever have to buy one.
Adan Fernandez Obregon
Reviewed in Mexico on June 18, 2021
Construcción sólida de metal y vidrio de primera calidad, muy por encima de otras hechas de plástico. Bolsa incluída.La brújula más confiable que puedes tener y la última que tendrías que comprar. Vale lo que cuesta.
Loretta Hachey
Reviewed in Canada on November 30, 2021
I bought the compass as a gift. The body was made very sturdy and the needle floated nicely. I was very pleased with the purchase
Bruce Atwell
Reviewed in Canada on November 24, 2013
I just got to use it on November 23, 2013 and it is very inaccurate. It is out by about 5 degrees. It is useless for my work.
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