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title: "SUUNTO MC-2 Compass: Top-of-The-line Compass for Professionals & serious Hikers"
brand: "suunto"
price: "$195.98"
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# Metric UTM & inch ruler scales Magnifying lens for map precision Global needle works worldwide SUUNTO MC-2 Compass: Top-of-The-line Compass for Professionals & serious Hikers

**Brand:** suunto
**Price:** $195.98
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧭 Master your path with the compass that’s as global as your ambitions.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SUUNTO MC-2 Compass: Top-of-The-line Compass for Professionals & serious Hikers by suunto
- **How much does it cost?** $195.98 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1651840-suunto-mc-2-compass-top-of-the-line-compass-professionals)

## Best For

- suunto enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted suunto brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Slope Smart:** Built-in clinometer measures ground incline, empowering you to conquer any terrain with confidence.
- • **Low-Light Ready:** Luminescent markings keep you on course from dawn till dusk, even in the darkest conditions.
- • **Compact & Durable:** Lightweight (2.56 oz) and washable design with a lifetime warranty—your rugged adventure companion.
- • **Precision in Every Detail:** Mirrored sighting window and jewel bearing deliver pinpoint bearings for professional-grade navigation.
- • **Navigate Anywhere, Anytime:** Global needle ensures flawless accuracy across all hemispheres—no more compass swaps on your world travels.

## Overview

The SUUNTO MC-2G Compass is a professional-grade, global needle compass designed for precise directional measurements anywhere on Earth. Featuring adjustable declination correction, a mirrored sighting window, a clinometer for slope measurement, and luminescent markings for low-light use, it combines compactness (2.56 oz) with durability. Ideal for hikers, surveyors, and globe-trotters alike, it offers unmatched versatility backed by a lifetime warranty.

## Description

desertcart.com Hailing from Suunto's MC series, the top-of-the-line MC-2G global compass is an invaluable tool for people who require highly accurate and reliable directional measurements, such as surveyors, miners, architects, rescue patrols, hikers, boaters, and the military. The MC-2G boasts a fixed declination adjustment system--standard throughout the range--that's especially useful when working in areas with large magnetic variation. The tool's additional sighting hole, meanwhile, ensures superior accuracy, as does the jewel bearing. Add in a mirrored lid, a baseplate with a round magnifying lens, a clinometer that measures the ground slope, and a luminous bezel and markings and you have a versatile, practical compass for a variety of applications. The real star of the MC-2G, however, is its global needle, which works anywhere on the planet. Previously, most compasses functioned well in only one of five geographic zones. That's because the compasses were balanced differently based on the zone's inclination, i.e., the vertical intensity and direction of the Earth's magnetic field. However, as people began to travel more, it became clear that globe-hoppers needed compasses with a greater geographical range. Suunto responded by developing two-zone systems--which work in either the northern or southern hemisphere--and one-zone systems such as the global MC-2G. Now there's no need to purchase several compasses before embarking on your around-the-world eco adventure. The MC-2G, which also sports a red nylon lanyard for around-the-neck use, measures 2.5 by 0.6 by 3.9 inches (W x H x D) with the lid closed and weighs a mere 2.65 ounces. It's also backed by a lifetime warranty. Product Description A professional mirror compass with top-of-the-line features for precise directional measurements Hailing from Suunto's MC series, the top-of-the-line MC-2G global compass is an invaluable tool for people who require highly accurate and reliable directional measurements, such as surveyors, miners, architects, rescue patrols, hikers, boaters, and the military. The MC-2G boasts a fixed declination adjustment systemstandard throughout the rangethat's especially useful when working in areas with large magnetic variation. The tool's additional sighting hole, meanwhile, ensures superior accuracy, as does the jewel bearing. Add in a mirrored lid, a baseplate with a round magnifying lens, a clinometer that measures the ground slope, and a luminous bezel and markings and you have a versatile, practical compass for a variety of applications. The real star of the MC-2G, however, is its global needle, which works anywhere on the planet. Previously, most compasses functioned well in only one of five geographic zones. That's because the compasses were balanced differently based on the zone's inclination, i.e., the vertical intensity and direction of the Earth's magnetic field. However, as people began to travel more, it became clear that globe-hoppers needed compasses with a greater geographical range. Suunto responded by developing two-zone systemswhich work in either the northern or southern hemisphereand one-zone systems such as the global MC-2G. Now there's no need to purchase several compasses before embarking on your around-the-world eco adventure. The MC-2G, which also sports a red nylon lanyard for around-the-neck use, measures 2.5 by 0.6 by 3.9 inches (W x H x D) with the lid closed and weighs a mere 2.65 ounces. It's also backed by a lifetime warranty.

Review: LOVE IT! - Very happy so far with this compass! Haven't used it much yet, but everything about it seems awesome and it's more compass than I probably need but it's a very important piece of kit and I'm happy I was able to get something so good for such a good deal. Only thing I'm concerned about at all is winter land-nav here in Michigan with it. I haven't seen a bubble yet, but last winter our temps even here in southeastern MI dipped below -15 degrees F many times and that's without even factoring in wind chill. I'm hoping any bubble that develops in this compass won't be bigger than 1/4" which I've read that as long as it is less than 1/4" you don't have to worry about it. Also, if I move back out west to the mountains I will be wondering how big the bubble gets at even moderate elevation combined with cold. But for most of the year I'm hoping this will work well for me here in MI and if I ever venture to the southern hemisphere or around the world I think this compass will give me Yeoman's service. I did toss the black clip and looped the lanyard through the hole. Much more secure and it doesn't affect the flatness of the compass on a map having it rigged like that. Only difference is you have to take the compass off your neck to use it on a map which is no problem to me. Maybe Europeans who are out orienteering are more concerned about the lanyard mussing up their hairstyle or something when they take the lanyard on and off their head! I can't think of any other reason why that could even possibly be considered as any kind of nuisance. Very happy so far, but I'll update my review if I have too much bubble-trouble with it in the cold. Don't know why Suunto doesn't de-gas the liquid they use in these. It would ameliorate this already great piece of gear.
Review: Excellent Piece of Kit - I've used a variety of Silva compasses and sadly they too often end up with air bubbles inside them in consequence of poor sealing. Suunto has a reputation for very sturdy manufacturing and so I decided to give their product a try. The reason this is a "global" compass is that in some parts of the world, notably the southern hemisphere, the Earth's magnetic pole will tend to "drag" the needle down as you stand with the compass level with your waist. This can lead to a false reading. So the global compass is designed such that it gives a clear reading anywhere. If you plan to travel outside Europe and North America it's worth paying a little extra for this design feature. Aside from that the compass works as all the good ones do: there's a mirror with a sighting window so you can take a bearing very accurately at eye-height. There's the grid lines so you can take a bearing (or find one) on a map. There's all the usual things you'd expect from a good compass plus a declinometer which can measure the steepness of the hill you're on. Personally I don't find this feature particularly useful not least because most hills aren't a steady incline but continually change. For me the combination of robustness with relatively small size means that although you have to be more careful taking a bearing off a map you get the advantage of compactness which provides easy portability. And the lanyard means you can tie it off to a button or other means of retention so that you don't lose it when crawling through the bush or when the wind is howling round the peak.

## Features

- Metric UTM scales and inch ruler
- Adjustable declination correction
- Mirror for sighting bearings and signaling
- Clinometer
- Luminescent markings for working in low light
- Sport type: Camping & Hiking

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000FEUCRW |
| Additional Features | Lightweight, Washable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,947 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #11 in Compasses (Sports & Outdoors) |
| Brand | SUUNTO |
| Brand Name | SUUNTO |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 837 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00045235401239 |
| Included Components | compass |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 3.9"L x 2.5"W |
| Item Type Name | Compasses |
| Item Weight | 2.56 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Suunto |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SS004252010 |
| Map Scale | 1:25 000 km UTM, 1:50 000 km UTM |
| Map scale | 1:25 000 km UTM, 1:50 000 km UTM |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | SS004252010 |
| Mounting Type | Pocket Mount |
| Product Dimensions | 3.9"L x 2.5"W |
| Special Feature | Lightweight, Washable |
| UPC | 045235401239 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SUUNTO
- **Item Weight:** 2.56 ounces
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Product Dimensions:** 3.9"L x 2.5"W
- **Special Feature:** Lightweight, Washable

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ LOVE IT!
*by S***R on September 29, 2014*

Very happy so far with this compass! Haven't used it much yet, but everything about it seems awesome and it's more compass than I probably need but it's a very important piece of kit and I'm happy I was able to get something so good for such a good deal. Only thing I'm concerned about at all is winter land-nav here in Michigan with it. I haven't seen a bubble yet, but last winter our temps even here in southeastern MI dipped below -15 degrees F many times and that's without even factoring in wind chill. I'm hoping any bubble that develops in this compass won't be bigger than 1/4" which I've read that as long as it is less than 1/4" you don't have to worry about it. Also, if I move back out west to the mountains I will be wondering how big the bubble gets at even moderate elevation combined with cold. But for most of the year I'm hoping this will work well for me here in MI and if I ever venture to the southern hemisphere or around the world I think this compass will give me Yeoman's service. I did toss the black clip and looped the lanyard through the hole. Much more secure and it doesn't affect the flatness of the compass on a map having it rigged like that. Only difference is you have to take the compass off your neck to use it on a map which is no problem to me. Maybe Europeans who are out orienteering are more concerned about the lanyard mussing up their hairstyle or something when they take the lanyard on and off their head! I can't think of any other reason why that could even possibly be considered as any kind of nuisance. Very happy so far, but I'll update my review if I have too much bubble-trouble with it in the cold. Don't know why Suunto doesn't de-gas the liquid they use in these. It would ameliorate this already great piece of gear.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Piece of Kit
*by A***S on August 9, 2015*

I've used a variety of Silva compasses and sadly they too often end up with air bubbles inside them in consequence of poor sealing. Suunto has a reputation for very sturdy manufacturing and so I decided to give their product a try. The reason this is a "global" compass is that in some parts of the world, notably the southern hemisphere, the Earth's magnetic pole will tend to "drag" the needle down as you stand with the compass level with your waist. This can lead to a false reading. So the global compass is designed such that it gives a clear reading anywhere. If you plan to travel outside Europe and North America it's worth paying a little extra for this design feature. Aside from that the compass works as all the good ones do: there's a mirror with a sighting window so you can take a bearing very accurately at eye-height. There's the grid lines so you can take a bearing (or find one) on a map. There's all the usual things you'd expect from a good compass plus a declinometer which can measure the steepness of the hill you're on. Personally I don't find this feature particularly useful not least because most hills aren't a steady incline but continually change. For me the combination of robustness with relatively small size means that although you have to be more careful taking a bearing off a map you get the advantage of compactness which provides easy portability. And the lanyard means you can tie it off to a button or other means of retention so that you don't lose it when crawling through the bush or when the wind is howling round the peak.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice upgrade to an old compass
*by J***L on March 5, 2012*

This review is from the perspective of the user of an old Silva Type 4 baseplate style compass (over 30 years!). I am impressed by the improvements made to compasses in general, but this is a real gem. The global needle really makes walking/hiking/etc easy while using the compass, as there is less of a need to really hold the base level. The needle just freely swings without any hangups. The built-in declination adjustment is very nicely done: a micro screw driver (on the lanyard with the compass) makes the adjustment from the back side of the compass. It stays put. If you're hiking the AT, then you'll need to make a few adjustments during your months of hiking, but otherwise, most people will likely leave the declination as it is for long periods. The built in inclinometer is nice and truly functional. The mirror system with notches at the top AND the bottom is a great modification allowing for easier sighting. The notch also allows altitude measurements in the field (height of trees and mountains), as long as you like doing tan calculations in your head... or carry a slide rule or pocket calculator with you. Good compass. I like it, and recommend it.

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