Clearance TRUARC5 Compass Accessories|Maps, Guides & Compasses

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The TRUARC5 Compass is a simple, easy-to-use compass perfect for beginners. It has a large, easy-to-read baseplate and a simple rotating bezel.

Brunton says: 

This compass makes intensive map work a cinch with a map magnifier to ensure you see every detail. The oversized baseplate is ideal for accurate triangulation and easy map measurements, and the azimuth ring is easy to read with no parallax.

Our Verdict

The TRUARC5 Compass is a simplified, easy-to-use compass that is ideal for beginners. The bezel is simple to rotate, and the measurements are straightforward and easy to read, thanks to the oversized baseplate. This compass is perfect for someone who does not need the additional features found on more complex models.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Parallax-free azimuth ring style
• TruArc™ Global Needle tilts up to 20˚ for balanced use worldwide
• Tool-free declination adjustment is simple and fast to orient magnetic north to true north
• Meridian lines on vial assist during pre-trip planning when aligning with map grid lines
• Inch/millimeter scales for accurate and effective map work
• Map magnifier helps with the smaller details on any map 
• 2˚ resolution azimuth ring provides accurate readings
• Comes with optional lanyard
• 100% FSC-certified and recyclable packaging.
• Custom baseplate printing is available.

Specifications

• Weight: 47g
• DIMENSIONS: 4.3 x 2.9 x 0.6 in | 10.9 x 7.4 x 1.5 cm
• WEIGHT: 1.6 oz | 45 g
• AZIMUTH: 2˚ resolution