Probably the most resourceful compass in the world for artillery; target acquisition and command posts.
The 55 is a unique compass featuring both an optical precision sighting system and a SILVA 1-2-3 SYSTEM compass in the same unit, giving unbeatable precision and versatility in the field. Bearings can be taken with accuracy to within half a degree. The compass has a lumi-us graduation ring and markings for compass reading in the dark. Once activated by daylight/flashlight it will give light up to 4 hours of light. 6400 mils on the graduation ring and 6400 mils + 360 degrees on the sighting scale.
- SILVA 1-2-3 System, baseplate compass
- Lensatic precision sighting compass
- Liquid filled capsule
- Sapphire jewel bearing
- High quality steel needle
- Hardened steel pivot
- Prismatic precision
- Magnifying lens
- Luminous markings
- Luminous graduation ring
- 4 hours illumination /active time after activation in light
- Silicon friction feet
- Patented red/black N/S lines in capsule GPS scales