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Explorer Compasses


RITCHIE NAVIGATION
Explorer Compasses


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Description WM Model# MFG Part# Availability Price USD QTY
Bracket-Mount Explorer Compass, Black Case, Black Card 273987 B-51 In Stock $64.99
Bracket-Mount Explorer Compass, Gray Case, Blue Card 597534 B-51G In Stock $74.99
Bracket-Mount Explorer Compass, White Case, White Card 277678 B-51W In Stock $74.99
Deck-Mount Explorer Compass, Black Case, Black Card 273995 D-55 In Stock $74.99
Flush-Mount Explorer Compass, Black Case, Black Card 103541 F-50 In Stock $69.99
Flush-Mount Explorer Compass, White Case, White Card 566649 F-50W In Stock $69.99
Low-Profile Explorer Compass, Black Case, Black Card 532648 S-53 In Stock $64.99
Low-Profile Explorer Compass, Gray Case, Blue Card 597526 S-53G In Stock $64.99
Explorer Compasses

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Description

Explorer Compasses




This compass series is for fast runabouts, bass boats, center consoles and sport boats. Three mounting options enable you to select the style appropriate for your needs. Low-profile, surface-mount models fit in tight spaces and feature a quick-release bracket. Features include built-in compensator magnets, 12V DC night lighting, jewel and steel pivot movements and movable sunshades. 2-3/4" apparent, direct-reading cards. 

  • Apparent Card Dia.: 2-3/4" or 3" 
  • Card Type: Direct or Dual 
  • Case Material: Reinforced polymers 
  • Lubberlines: Yes 
  • Clinometer: No 
  • Lighting: Yes 
  • Cover/Shield: Yes 
  • Warranty: Five years

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Ritchie Navigation Explorer Compasses
 
4.8

(based on 5 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (4)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (4)
  • Easy to setup (4)
  • Reliable (4)
  • Accurate (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Kayak / canoe / rafting (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid adventurer (3), Outdoor enthusiast (3)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 5 customers

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    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Excellent Purchase - Highly Recommended

    By Hamilton

    from Curitiba, Brazil

    About Me Avid Adventurer, Brazilian, Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast, Technically Challenged

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact
    • Easy To Setup
    • Long Battery Life
    • Reliable Performance
    • Simple Controls
    • Strong Construction
    • Waterproof

    Cons

    • Nada nothing nil

    Best Uses

    • Fishing Sea
    • River Trips

    Comments about Ritchie Navigation Explorer Compasses:

    I use this on my salt water fishing boat in Brazil ... it is an excellent product.

     
    5.0

    Ritchie is a great company

    By TJK

    from Boston,MA

    About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy To Setup
    • Reliable Performance

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day Trips

      Comments about Ritchie Navigation Explorer Compasses:

      Ritchie stands behind their products. I had a problem.The compass was years out of warranty. They fixed it anyway. No charge.

       
      5.0

      Great value for the price

      By Kelly

      from Huntington, WV

      About Me Avid Adventurer, Outdoor Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Accurate
      • Compact
      • Easy To Setup
      • Reliable Performance
      • Strong Construction
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • River Trips
        • Survival

        Comments about Ritchie Navigation Explorer Compasses:

        ...

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Good deal for a great product

        By lykadasmith

        from Santa Barbara, CA

        About Me Avid Adventurer, Boat owner

        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Compact
        • Easy To Setup
        • Reliable Performance

        Cons

        • Difficult To Read

        Best Uses

        • Day Trips
        • River Trips

        Comments about Ritchie Navigation Explorer Compasses:

        I use this on my boat and it was easy to mount. Sometimes difficult to read while on rough waters. But a great tool.

        Service and delivery comments:

        Very prompt, in fact, early

         
        5.0

        A 'Wave of Compliments [...]

        By Cindy

        from Westland, MI

        Verified Buyer

        Comments about Ritchie Navigation Explorer Compasses:

        Contacted [...] Ritchie not having a clue about compasses, but knew I wanted to get that for my brother for his boat for Christmas. The Ritchie Company was very helpful in directing me what kind to buy, [...] What great team work! Cindy

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        Explorer Compasses

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