| | |  | Compasses | Home » » » » Brunton 9077 Classic Military-Style Lensatic Sighting Compass | | | | | | | Description: | | Our 9077 is a classic military-style lensatic sighting compass. Heavy-duty construction and a long-straight side allow for easy use with a map. It's liquid dampened and features luminous points. Limited Lifetime Warranty. Contact us for Customer Service, Technical and any other question at 1-800-443-4871 (or) support@brunton.com | | | Features: | |
• Military-style, lensatic sighting compass with two-degree gradations
• Long-straight side for ease of use with a map
• Liquid dampened with luminous points
• Heavy-duty construction; tightly fitting lid
• Limited lifetime warranty; this item is not for sale in Catalina Island
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 10.8 inches | | Product Width:
| 4.8 inches | | Product Height:
| 1.5 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.4 pounds | | Package Length:
| 10.5 inches | | Package Width:
| 4.4 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.4 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.4 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 15 reviews |
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32 of 32 found the following review helpful:
 Good for compass training and light hikesOct 15, 2007
By Jon M. Hager
I bought this to see if it would be adequate for someone (nephews, etc.) to learn how to properly use a military compass. I checked it against my Cammenga lensatic unit and found that the one I received is accurate. Unlike the Cammenga, this light weight Brunton model would not stand up to rough treatment for long, but with proper care it will serve its owner well. It is made of metal and certainly adequate for light day hikes of a few miles or so and would be good way to learn how to use a military compass without spending a small fortune (only about $15). Even so, if you're going deep into the woods for several days, don't hesitate to spend the extra money for the Cammenga. Cammenga supplies the U.S. Military and the durability of their compasses is worth the additional cost.
18 of 18 found the following review helpful:
 It's cheap, does what it's supposed to, but you get what you pay forOct 17, 2008
By jbuys
No, it's not a Cammenga. For <$11 no one should expect the same quality. If you hold it level, you will get an accurate enough reading to head you in the direction you want--but you'd better hold it level....and wait a minute for it to settle.
I've got an old better quality Brunton that I would trust with my life--this one I would not. In no way would I use this with a topo map in big woods. Out of the box, it points about 10 degrees E of mag N compared to the older Brunton and a high priced GPS at speed(which agree).
I use it in the deer woods to get a fairly accurate reading on wind direction and stand placement. It fits in the smallest pocket on my belt pack which is why I bought it. If it breaks, I'll get a new one.
The case is non-ferrous--seems sturdy enough. Better have a working flashlight or a Bic to see the alleged luminous cardinal points>>charge them with a flashlight, and they're dark in about 5 minutes.
Bottom line: if you need a compass that will point you approximately where you want to get...for the money it gets the job done. If you want accuracy, buy better quality.
23 of 28 found the following review helpful:
 just okJan 07, 2008
By ONLINEBUDDY0
"ONLINEBUDDY0"
I bought two and only one worked ok.
I will make this short.
Spend the money and buy a good one that works well.
Amazon would not take it back because of what it is filled with.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 goodJul 17, 2009
By Philip Kohler
I'm exceptionally satisfied with this compass. It would be nice if the needle swung a little more freely but, I have had nothing but success with this product.
It's made from some sort of heavy duty composite that is rugged enough to survive a 12 foot drop off a ledge with a 150 pound man landing on it. It survived this unscathed.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Not bad quality - Good Price - Not a bet your life on productMar 13, 2009
By Joseph Duclos
In general, okay to good. The accuracy is off by 1 to 2 degrees, they stuck the dial on slightly askew. Dampening - way too much, but not bad if you're mountain biking and giving it a beating. Design is good and solid, illumination is lacking a full moon is required.
YOU MUST HOLD IT LEVEL - failure to do so will result in readings off by as much as 10+ degrees.
In general, at less than $15, a buy. BUT, if you're serious and way out in the woods get a Cammenga.
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