Cammenga Official US Military Tritium Lensatic Compass, Accurate Waterproof Hand Held Compasses with Pouch for Hiking Camping Navigation Survival Backpacking Orienteering

Excellent quality compass. You take it in your hands and feel the quality. All markers (sighting wire, line on glass, rear sight with lense) are aligned. Nothing is loose or dangling. The compass marks are glowing in green, this is obviously due to the tritium tubes. It's made to withstand harsh conditions, aluminum and durable, you shouldn't drop it, but accidentally can sit on it without any consequences. When the compass is closed, the north arrow lifts up and is removed from the needle, which is not the case with all cheap or fake/knock off compasses. This protects the compass mechanism from damage due to shaking or falling and wear and tear. What is disappointing: 1. Its price when you pay for it, but its really worth it. Other good quality compass manufacturers also sells their products in similar price 2. Bezel could be aluminum too, it is plastic 3. Degrees markers in 5 degree step

Appears to be the real deal, personally prefer base plate with adjustable declination screw so you adjust and be done. But land navigation course on east coast I have to use this so have to brush up on this compass. Plus have to recondition myself from easternly to westernly. Below is what A.I. says to look for when looking for authentic Cammenga. To distinguish a real Cammenga compass from a fake one, check for the following details: proper markings and engravings, a clear and consistent tritium glow, a well-built construction, the correct company logo, and purchase from a reputable seller; if you suspect a fake, closely examine the case back for accurate serial numbers and manufacturing information, as counterfeit versions often have inconsistencies or missing details. Key points to look for: Markings and Engravings: "Cammenga" logo should be clearly visible and properly aligned. Serial number on the back of the compass should be neatly stamped and legible. All markings on the compass face, including degree markings and north arrow, should be crisp and consistent. Tritium Glow: A genuine Cammenga compass will have a consistent, even glow from the tritium vials, visible in low light conditions. Uneven or very faint glow could indicate a fake. Construction Quality: A real Cammenga compass should feel sturdy and well-built with no loose parts or obvious imperfections. Check for a solid, secure closure mechanism on the compass case. Purchase Source: Always buy from a trusted retailer specializing in outdoor gear or directly from the Cammenga website to minimize the risk of buying a fake. What to be wary of in a fake Cammenga: Poorly engraved markings: Blurred or misaligned text, incorrect logos. Inconsistent tritium glow: Uneven or very weak glow, or no glow at all. Cheap materials: Plastic feeling case, loose components. Missing information: Missing serial numbers, manufacturing details on the case back.

This one is the real deal. The case is aluminum with a good solid lid and a good locking mechanism for the needle. It is US made and is the tritium model. I got it in Oct 2014 and it was manufactured in Sept 2014 I checked it outside at the deer lease on a dark night and I could easily read the compass, even set a heading and follow it in the dark. The tritium is on the compass card, that is "the needle", marking E, W and N, on the sighting line (lubber line), and on the lid for sighting, seven spots in all. It's bright and easy to see in the dark and of course does not require activation by a light like a phosphorescent model does. I will take this to Colorado in a couple of days on an elk hunt. Yes I'll take a GPS but I know a good compass will work in heavy timber or if there is heavy cloud cover. Take a heading when you start in and you know which direction to go to get back to the trail, road or other reference point. This is a good, solid, well made compass that should last a lifetime. Yes it's expensive but it will take some knocks and still potentially save your life. If you wander around in wilderness areas this compass is well worth the money. It came with a long neck lanyard and a canvas carrying case.

Quality product! Safe for camping because it's tough as nails. Mine is only one month old. Lights up like a Christmas tree. Big fly did a great job with shipping. I grew up in the next town over from their place. Good PA people with great products.

Hervorragender Marschkompas. Beste Nachtsicht durch Tritiumbeleuchtung. Leicht. Leider ist der Mensch bei diesem Kompasstyp der limitierende Faktor. Im Alter wird man Weitsichtig. Ausprobieren. Wenn es nicht funktioniert, anderen Kompasstyp wählen.

This compass is one of the best navigation tool i've ever bought... Keep in mind that GPS signals from satellites aren't available anywhere/everywhere and are always subject to being intercepted or jammed when a war begins or solar blasts erupts. When GPS batteries are going down or if you're in an area where satellites are not available, you'll be glad to have this alternative tool. U.S. Military made this compass with quality in mind when they've pass the contract to Cammenga. They didn't went with the lowest bidder and so this is one of the most expensive compass you can buy but there's a good reason for it. Frame is made from good quality aluminium and the housing is waterproof. CAMMENGA lensatic compasses slow the needle via induction dampening and avoid the problems associated with liquid fill. So it's ready for operations in our Canada's cold temperature! The lighting from the tritium is made to glow for around 10 to 15 years without being exposed to light. This is perfect for night navigation. If you're an amateur or professional hiker, survivor, police or military and need a good compass you'll keep for all your life and pass to your grandchildren, this is the best compass to buy.

Tritium: The one I received was dated 17-12. The radioactive tritium is a bit spooky, but really cool. I know it will fade over the years, but currently it provides enough lumination to read the dial in the dark. I don't personally need tritium, but this was cheaper then I could get a phorporous one. Weight: The compass is lighter than I expected it to be, which is a good thing. Fit and finish: The is a little bit of black paint missing at hinge. Also opening it up fully, it's not perfectly level, or maybe even along the bottom. The 0 graduation mark looks like it wasn't milled the same and is a little harder to make out compared to others. Maybe that's intentional? The hinge is currently working great. The scale marking do match up with a 1:50000 map. I personally care more about performance then fit/finish, but at this price range some might expect perfection. Accuracy: To test this a did four readings of the goal posts from the corner of a socket field, and uses Google maps satalite view to look up their location. After figuring it all out I got errors of -0.4, -0.5, 0.4, 0.7 deg. That's a pretty good result and might even be a bit of a fluke. But point is its accurate, and I have no hesitations trusting it. You can use this directly with a map if it's orientated correctly, or if you use the bezel, but I'm waiting for a protractor with these millirad units before taking it with me. Would be nice if it came bundled with something.

Fantastic compass, when in the field you need kit that feels right for you personally. I have tried cheaper lensatic compasses that were every bit as accurate as the 3H, but they did not feel right. This compass does what it says on the tin. The only negative I've heard of is that some Compasses are not watertight, thankfully mine is, so definitely check for this if you do buy one. Yes, it is expensive, but quality does cost, plus, I am pretty certain this compass will last my lifetime.

De entrada me gusto falta probar que cumpla con las caracteristicas técnicas