From Outdoor Basics:SILVA RANGER: A large sighting mirror with tilted open V-sight allows quick acquisition and accurate bearings to distant landmarks. Easy-to-use declination adjustment, clinometer, 1/20 inch and millimeter rules, 1: 24k, 1: 25k, and 1: 50k scales, enlarged easy-grip capsule with enhanced dial numbers and 2 degree graduations with luminous points, new silicon map grippers and improved lanyard. All scales have two color printing for easy reading. Dimensions: 4" x 21.5", weight: 2.3 oz.
Was this useful? Yes | No style="text-align:left;"> Description: When precision counts and ease of use matters, you can’t afford to pass up the incredible Ranger Model 515 CL. 1:24,000, 1:25,000, and 1:50,000 scales make plotting quick and easy no matter which type of topographic map you’re using. Also, there are 1/20-inch and millimeter rules for mapping and silicone feet for map gripping. All scales come in two colors, so they’re easy to read. They also have a large sighting mirror with a vee notch, so you can take readings on distant landmarks. A geared declination allows adjustment for the difference in degrees between magnetic north and true north, giving you a faster read and reducing chance of error. The clinometer lets you measure angles of inclination. Just hold the compass and measure the angle of the incline.
FEATURES
- Size: 4" x 2.5"
- Weight: 2.4 oz.
Was this useful? Yes | No This winner of the 2003 Backpacker Magazine 's Editors' Choice Gold Award keeps you moving in the right direction!
- This precise azimuth compass has a sighting mirror for taking accurate and quick bearings--great for serious and avid users
- Liquid-filled rotating capsule with anti-static liquid stops needle swing in less than 4 seconds-- sapphire-jeweled needle for friction-free movement
- Adjustable declination accounts for difference between true and magnetic north; lanyard key locks adjusted declination into place
- Sighting mirror with vee notch allows quick bearing acquisition on landmarks and also folds down to protect compass
- Includes a clinometer to measure slope angles- useful to winter travelers to help estimate danger on avalanche-prone slopes
- Features luminous points for better viewing, silicon map grippers on base, and meridian lines to help orient compass to map
- Uses 0 - 360 degree azimuth scale in 2-degree increments
- Includes has a removable 15 inch lanyard (30 inch circumference) with declination adjustment screwdriver
- Guaranteed to be accurate -40- +140 degrees Fahrenheit
- Meets or exceeds all forest service and military standards
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View all Johnson Outdoors products Description Johnson Outdoors #2801078 Silva Ranger #515 Clq CompassJohnson Outdoors #2801078 Silva Ranger #515 Clq Compass Features:• Enlarged dial is marked in 2° increments• Inclinometer for slope angle measurements• Baseplate magnifier• Luminous points• Protective lid with large sighting mirror• Built-in adjustment for declination• Lanyard included• Weight: 2.3 oz. (65 g))• #515CLQ (0-90° Quads) Details and Features
- Manufacturer and Model: Johnson Outdoors #2801078
- Oversize: No
Was this useful? Yes | No The Silva Ranger 515 for when precision counts and ease of use matters. You canÂ’t afford to pass up this amazing device at an amazing price. The Ranger 515 has a 1:24,000, 1:25,000, and 1:50,000 scale option to make plotting quick and easy no matter which type of topographic map youÂ’re using. Also, there are 1/20-inch and millimeter rules for mapping and silicone feet for map gripping. All scales come in two colors, so theyÂ’re easy to read. They also have a large sighting mirror with a vee notch, so you can take readings on distant landmarks. A geared declination allows adjustment for the difference in degrees between magnetic north and true north, giving you a faster read and reducing chance of error.
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