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Are the compasses equipped to use at night? Expert Answer

These do not have tritium for night-time use, so they will not glow in the dark.

by Ethan C., Gear Expert, March 5, 2020
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review International Brunton Compass ++ by Legacy Reviewer, December 18, 2010
As a geomorphologist, I need to travel to remote areas around the world in both hemispheres. This compass handle well anywhere. Still it will precisely help me to characterize and quantify the angles of forms, faults and stratigraphy in the field. Pr...
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Helpful Positive Review Brunton is still the best! by Legacy Reviewer, January 12, 2011
IMHO, a properly trained person can use a Brunton more accurately than most folks can use a GPS. I have used pocket transits for years and find taht Brunton is simply the best built and best for the money. Pros: Accuracy beyond belief Cons: A bit lar...
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Helpful Positive Review Brunton Pocket Transit by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner, June 26, 2010
Excellent piece of precision equipment. This instrument can be adapted to the personal preferences of the user. It can be read from either end using the white or black arrows of the needle. This instrument can gain accurate azimuth measurements for l...
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Helpful Positive Review Brunton Pocket Transit by Legacy Reviewer, January 13, 2011
I previously had an Ainsworth pocket transit and found my Brunton to be much more reliable and sturdy. The Ainsworth needle would get stuck due to the design of the copper coil and wasn't waterproof (even by itself in an airplane cargo hold). I hav...
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Helpful Positive Review Brunton International by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner, November 24, 2009
Brunton is consistently a great product - made in the United states. Pros: Sturdy,accurate, reliable, durable, long term usability Cons: Price
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Helpful Positive Review Brunton 5006LM by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner, November 26, 2010
The Brunton 5006LM offers the best value in the Brunton line, and it is a vital piece of equipment for a geologist or geological engineer. The Brunton 5006LM truly is the 'Swiss Army knife' for Earth Science field work. OpticsPlanet.com offered the b...
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Code: BT-CM-INT-F-5005-ME

MPN: F-5005-ME

UPC: 080078007934

Product No Longer Available

Product Info for Brunton International Pocket Transit Professional Compasses

Brunton International Pocket Transit Professional Compass features the International suspension, a pocket transit design introduced in the late 1970s as more field professionals found themselves working on projects throughout the globe. The International compass design, as delivered by Brunton Brand, effectively reduces compass needle "dip" when surveying professionals travel to different hemispheres of the globe. This transit compass features powerful Alnico V magnets, mounted to a polished, cupped sapphire jewel bearing, allowing for smooth compass needle movement. This Brunton Compass is made tough for its globe-trotting work.image

Our web-based store has the surveying equipment you need, including Brunton Compasses, surveying transits, and navigational aids. Brunton Brand specializes in professional mapping and survey equipment, including professional compasses for orienteering, water and land navigation, education, and more. Brunton doesn't stop with compasses and transits. If it goes outdoors, Brunton makes it. From camping gear and camping accessories to outdoor optics, binoculars, portable power supplies and more, Brunton Brand is an industry leader in the manufacture of high-quality outdoor gear. You won't find a better source for Brunton rifle scopes, transits, solar panels, lighters, pedometers, and more. We specialize in high-quality customer service, with a focus on making sure you're satisfied with every purchase. You've got it in writing, too, thanks to our 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you have questions before or after you buy, just contact our on-staff product experts, who can answer questions about any hiking gear from Brunton.

Specifications for Brunton International Pocket Transit Professional Compass:

Azimuth accuracy: ±1/2° with 1° graduations
Vertical accuracy: within 1/2° with 1° graduations and 10 minute readability
Vertical angle measurement range: to +/- 90° or 100% grade
Dimensions: 3.8" x 2.8" x 1.3"
Weight: 12.8 oz.

Features of the Brunton Pocket Transit Compass:

  • AlNiCo 5 magnet needle promotes needle dither and increased accuracy
  • A percent grade scale with increments of 5%
  • Induction damped needle for quick, accurate readings
  • Sapphire jewel bearing allows for smooth needle movement
  • Magnetic declination adjustment allows for east or west declination setting to 180°
  • Short and long sights for increased accuracy when sighting azimuth or vertical angles
  • Precision aligned mirror with convenient "see through" sighting capability
  • Durable aluminum body
  • O-rings make the Com-Pro waterproof for increased reliability
  • Durable leather carrying case
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Package Contents:

  • Brunton International Professional Pocket Transit Compass
  • Leather Transit Case

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Brunton International Transit Compass, Quads 4 X 90 Degree, Special balance, ME F-5005-ME , MPN: F-5005-ME , UPC: 080078007934 , Code: BT-CM-INT-F-5005-ME
Brunton International Transit Compass, 0-360 Degree, ME F-5006-ME , MPN: F-5006-ME , UPC: 080078007910 , Code: BT-CM-INT-F-5006-ME
Brunton International Transit Compass, 0-360 Degree, MS F-5006-MS , MPN: F-5006-MS , UPC: 080078007927 , Code: BT-CM-INT-F-5006-MS
Brunton International Transit Compass, Quads 4 x 90 Degree, Special Balance, MS , MPN: F-5005LM-MS , UPC: 080078007941 , Code: BT-CM-INT-F-5005LM-MS
Brunton International Pocket Transit Professional Compasses - 0-90 Quads , MPN: F-5005LM , UPC: 080078000034 , Code: BT-CM-INT-5005LM
Brunton International Pocket Transit Pro Compass, 0-360 degrees 5006LM w/ Brunton Leather Transit Case for All Brunton Pocket Transits 5006LM-KIT1 , MPN: 5006LM-KIT1 , Code: BT-CM-INT-5006LM-KIT1
Brunton International Pocket Transit Pro Compass, 0-360 degrees 5006LM , MPN: F-5006LM , UPC: 080078000041 , Code: BT-CM-INT-5006LM
Brunton International Pocket Transit Pro Compass, 0-360 degrees 5006LM w/ Brunton Ball and Socket Mount 3040 , MPN: 5006LM-KIT2 , Code: BT-CM-INT-5006LM-KIT2
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