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#6 on this list
Expedition 4
Silva
Classic Scandinavian baseplate with a magnifier, map scales, and a smooth bezel.
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#7 on this list
TruArc 3
Brunton
Ultralight baseplate for backpackers who mostly need to orient a map and hold a rough bearing.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Expedition 4 | TruArc 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Baseplate Compass | — |
| Needle | Stable, Liquid-filled | — |
| Scales | Multiple, Metric/Imperial | — |
| Magnifier | Integrated | — |
| Lanyard | Detachable | — |
| Materials | Acrylic, Steel | — |
| Maker | — | Brunton |
| Model | — | TruArc 3 |
| Purpose | — | Basic Map & Terrain Orientation |
| Weight | — | Featherlight |
| Features | — | Liquid-damped, Metric/Standard Rulers |
| Price Class | — | Budget-Friendly |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Expedition 4
- Excellent map tool
- Adjustable declination
- Light
- No mirror
- Bezel numbers wear
TruArc 3
- Very light
- Inexpensive
- Global needle option
- Small scales
- No declination adjustment
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