A very nice and practical compass, perfect for trips to the forest, survival activities, and hiking. It is handy, easy to use, and does not take up much space in your gear. It is useful for finding your bearings in the field and learning navigation with a map. Solid construction and a military look are additional advantages. A good choice for people who enjoy outdoor activities. I recommend it!
Badger Outdoor Military Lensatic Prismatic Compass
Designed after the model adopted by the US Army, the lightweight lenticular compass features a sturdy housing fabricated from high-durability plastic, offering outstanding resistance to challenging weather environments. The sealed housing safeguards the compass glass against scratches and physical impacts.
Stability and precise operation
Liquid-filled compass dial effectively dampens vibrations, ensuring accurate readings even during rapid movement or while marching. Reliable in both challenging terrain and day-to-day navigation, the compass offers quick and precise orientation thanks to its rugged design.
Bearing compass function
Among the standout features of this model is the integrated bearing compass function. With a slim magnetic needle, orienting arrow, and orienting lines, users are able to achieve highly accurate aiming and establish bearings to remote landmarks in the field.
Map-compatible, compact dimensions
Engineered for map compatibility, the compass features side scales on its folding case that enable accurate measurement and seamless transfer of bearings onto a map, simplifying route planning.
With compact dimensions of 80 x 60 x 36 mm, the compass can easily be stored in any pocket, backpack, or bag, ensuring minimal space is used in your gear.
Main features
- Durable construction
- Weather-resistant design
- Integrated compass
- Built-in ruler
- Tactical military styling
- Portable size
Example applications and activities
Mountain hiking and trekking: Accurate compass readings and effective map use ensure reliable navigation even in challenging landscapes. A stable dial and lightweight build support seamless usage during high-movement activities.
Survival, outdoor: Delivers fast and precise identification of vital locations such as shelters and water sources. Weather-resistant features guarantee dependable performance in wet or rainy environments.
Scouting: A crucial navigation tool for scouts and scout leaders. Bearing functionality and compatibility with maps enhance its value as an educational instrument for developing navigation skills.
Technical data
Constructed from high-quality plastic
Measures 80 x 60 x 36 mm
Produced byBadger Outdoor
Militaria.pl is the exclusive distributor of Badger Outdoor in Poland.
Badger Outdoor is a brand created by former special forces units operators, based on practical experience gained from real operations in difficult conditions. Its goal is to create solid outdoor equipment that combines reliability with an affordable price. The offer includes, among others, backpacks, bushcraft gear, and travel accessories, intended for people who actively spend time in nature - both during trips and in everyday use. Each product undergoes detailed testing to ensure high quality and practicality in every situation.
| Weight | 80 g |
|---|---|
| Material | Plastic |
| Dimensions | 80 x 60 x 36 mm |
| Shield | floating |
| Ruler | Yes |
| EAN | 6970422010472 |
| Manufacturer code | BO-CM-LE |
| Brand | Badger Outdoor |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Customer reviews highlight that these compasses are attractively priced, sturdy, and sufficiently accurate for amateurs, beginners, and children. Users appreciate their durable construction, light weight, and convenient operation, making them versatile for activities such as hiking, forest outings, or learning navigation skills. The main drawback mentioned is the slow stabilization of the compass needle, along with occasional quality issues or minor manufacturing defects. Nevertheless, the product meets expectations within its price range, is frequently recommended as a practical gift or backpack accessory, and serves well for basic navigation needs. However, it does not suit demanding users or professional applications, for which a higher-end, more precise compass is advised.
Number of reviews: 255
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For beginners, nothing more is needed. Tested - north points correctly. Quality of workmanship is flawless. Perfect as a first compass. It hasn't fallen on hard surfaces, so I won't judge the durability of the materials it's made from. Price is a plus.
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It works well, however, people buy metal compasses because they are resistant to drops. In this case, the plastic ring got damaged quickly. The price is a plus. However, it's better to pay a bit more and buy a good one, or just go for an even cheaper plastic one.
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You need to stop to check the direction, or go slowly. For this price, 5/5, perfectly sufficient for a layperson, but if someone has higher demands it's worth paying extra for a higher-end model.
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Poor workmanship and does not perform its basic function. It shows north if you're lucky. Poor quality of the dial, and if you use a little too much force, you can damage it.
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I thought the negative opinions were exaggerated. It points at something. The housing is metal, but overall build quality is poor. My piece already had an air bubble. The knob rotates together with both marks, and on top of that it literally fell apart in my hands while turning, without using force. It's not even a toy. At most, a prop meant to look like a real compass.
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It works fine for me. I was in the forest with this compass, it showed the correct direction, walking around with it reminded me of the army :) The case is pretty sturdy. A small useful gadget, even for kids. I recommend it.
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Total junk, points at everything except north, no matter how I set it. Maybe I just got a bad one, but I don't recommend saving money on such equipment.
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I bought the compass in a stationary store. Despite leveling, the needle shows a different direction each time. I know it's a compass for less than 30 PLN, I bought it for my 8-year-old son, but still, it should indicate something, maybe I got a demagnetized piece.
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Accurate, quickly determines directions and holds steady during movement. Because of the plastic casing, it is quite light. Bought for a child as their first decent compass - 100% satisfaction.
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A compass worth recommending. Its indications are correct, convenient to use. It's worth having it in your backpack. I have to order another one because my son liked it and, as they say, took it over.
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After removing it from the metal case, the compass works without any problems. Inside the case, it basically didn't want to pick up the direction at all and sometimes pointed the directions incorrectly. The LED did not work—the soldering came off.
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Very sturdy components. Great price for the build-in quality. I do recommend the product. I'm happy with my purchase. Can't wait to test it on the field
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Very nice, lightweight compass for basic navigation. Useful in the field for trips or MilSims, easy to use, and the case is made of metal, not plastic as described. Highly recommend—quality matches the price.
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It's a bit slow, that's a fact. Not suitable for orienteering, but as part of basic forest gear or for teaching young people who want to go unplugged, it's perfect. Looks solid. The scale in mils is interesting for those curious about American standards ;)
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