Question 1

You have two pictures of this compass shown. One is $57.65 and the other is $48.54. Both have the same product description. What is the difference?

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As someone who just purchased the "Suunto MC-2G In Global Compass" according to this description, please note that as you compare the version colors. The $38.65 "Suunto MC-2G In Global Compass" (according to the product title) was actually a northern hemisphere only compass- not a global. The color called it, "NH USGS Mirror Compass" and the other color options included, "Black", "G Mirror Compass", and "USGS Mirror Compass" - all listed under the MC-2G title. So the sellers are probably selling the compass in the incorrect product title. Still a good deal if you're ok with a northern hemisphere model.

Question 2

Can I use the mirror as a signal mirror to call for help? Can I use it for shaving?

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Yes on both. It will be a challenge for shaving since mirror is approx 2  3/8 in (l-r) x 2  11/16 in (t-b). If laying horizontal exchange measurements.

Question 3

Is this the metric version, or the inch and mile version?

Accepted Answer

The inch/mile version.  It has one scale of 1:24,000 (one inch = 24,000 inches; about 2,000 ft.) and one scale of 1:62,500 (one inch = 62,500 inches; about one mile).  It also has a third scale, 3" long, graduated in 1/20 of an inch. Excellent quality,  but grossly overpriced IMHO.

Question 4

I am looking for the best compass you can get for your money and was wondering what you would recommend?

Accepted Answer

We took a class on orienteering before we bought our MC-2DLIN. We trained and used this compass. The instructor had recommended several GPS and other compasses to use. My limited experience with a compass made the class very interesting. We actually used this compass in the woods. I would say, as an amateur, that it is a very good compass for the money.

ASIN	B001UE6MLG
Best Sellers Rank	#90,047 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ) #253 in Compasses
Brand Name	Suunto
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,122)
Item Type Name	Sports Other
Item Weight	0.16 Pounds
Manufacturer	Suunto
Manufacturer Part Number	SS004231001
Map Scale	1:25,000 or 1:50,000
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	SS004231001
Number of Items	1
Special Features	Adjustable
UPC	045235401215

Suunto MC-2-360-D-L-CM-IN-NH Plastic Advanced Navigation Compass (Black)

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