Old 03-22-2005, 13:18   #16
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Definately the Silva ranger. and a small evasion compass
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Old 03-22-2005, 13:53   #17
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OK, where does one purchase the Ranger Ultra 530. Tried the website, got the run-around.

My son is headin ta the 'Stan inacuppola months, want him to have the best.

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I found this on the net. It is in no way an endorsement as I have not dealt with this company.

(http://store.yahoo.com/fulfillmentad...compasses.html)

I emailed Silva and they say they do not sell direct. They instruct to call 800.572.8822 direct for assistance in finding a dealer closest to your pos.

Thanks all for the input-
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Old 03-23-2005, 08:51   #18
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I found this on the net. It is in no way an endorsement as I have not dealt with this company.

(http://store.yahoo.com/fulfillmentad...compasses.html)

I emailed Silva and they say they do not sell direct. They instruct to call 800.572.8822 direct for assistance in finding a dealer closest to your pos.

Thanks all for the input-
And thank you for the link!!!

'Preciate it!!!!
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Old 03-23-2005, 08:55   #19
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OK, where does one purchase the Ranger Ultra 530. Tried the website, got the run-around.

My son is headin ta the 'Stan inacuppola months, want him to have the best.

Thanx.

Toby

Toby,

What I do is a "Froogle" search. Here's a link.

http://www.google.com/froogle?q=Rang...Search+Froogle

You can compare companies and prices!

Hope that helped!

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Old 03-25-2005, 10:51   #20
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Anyone heard of "Suunto"???

Looks kinda like a Silva Knock off, for 1/3 of the price.

Thnax in advance!!

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Old 03-26-2005, 14:43   #21
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Check out this thread on LF http://lightfighter.net/eve/ubb.x/a/...71/m/657109606

If you go ahead and get one, please post your thoughts after using it. I'm going to be buying something soon and would appreciate the input.
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Old 04-15-2005, 08:53   #22
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http://www.freshtracksmaps.com/compasses.htm

has Silva Ranger 530 and 515CL
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Old 04-15-2005, 09:29   #23
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i use a Brunton Com-Pro Pocket Transit...i also have a Silva Ranger for back-up, along with a Garmin e-Trek...the Brunton Eclipse looks good...i might have to have one of those...of course, the 8099 Pro looks pretty good...

for strictly navigational and recreational purposes, a good lensatic compass, preferably a military lensatic compass, is hard to beat...

http://www.brunton.com/catalog.php?cat=4

BTW, i'm starting a new job Monday and these are my new toys...
http://www.trimble.com/trimbler8.shtml

http://www.trimble.com/trimbleS6.shtml
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Old 04-28-2005, 13:44   #24
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Is there a reason that everyone likes the Silva Ranger over the less expensive models?

Besides the extra scales mm/inch 1:25k and 1:50k, are there any other advantages to getting the $55 Ranger over the $10-20 Field/Expedition models (both from Silva)?

Here's an Expedition: http://www.silva.se/outdoor/products/img/com_exp25.jpg

The mirror-sighting compass with "all" the features required by professional users such as geologists, engineers, defense forces etc. Direct access battery illumination and a bubble level for accurate horizontal adjustment. Clinometer and declination adjuster.


Silva Field: http://www.silva.se/outdoor/products...om_field26.jpg

This series is created to meet the demands from Boy Scouts/youth organizations, hikers to use on shorter day trips and schools. Patented red/black north/south lines in the capsule (Field 7 and 26) and a north indicator on the compass needle are standard on the Field series.
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Old 04-28-2005, 13:48   #25
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The Field is pretty small.

I like the Ranger best, have a lot of field time with it, and figure that $55 is a lot cheaper than dragging a dozen of your buddies around trying to figure out where you are in Indian country, whilst being shot at, bombed, bleeding, etc.

You set your own values. You might review NDD's posts on equipment in the Training the Mind thread.

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Old 04-28-2005, 13:59   #26
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I have also seen, especially recently, people complaining about the prices of weapons and equipment, settling for less than what they need because of cost or trying to "bargain" for a better deal.

With furniture or a used car, that's fine and I'm all for getting the best possible deal and not wasting anything needlessly.

But think about it for a minute. These are the tools of your trade. You are betting your life on them. Do you really want to buy your Body Armor from Crazy Eddie who just went insane and slashed prices?

Do you want to be running through the streets of Bagdead in front of your principle and have your assault pack dump your Kit Kat bars all over the street because you got it for $10 less than the good one?

I would imagine that the Samurai, Roman soldiers, etc., probably spent every last dime they had on the best swords and armor they could find. They knew they were going into battle and soon.

Well guess what?

If you want to save money, do it somewhere else. When it comes to your kit and weapons, don't scrimp. Get the best, pay for it, and when you get back, thank the maker for his pride and professionalism.
Roger that. Thanks again TR.
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Old 04-28-2005, 20:32   #27
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Im comfortable with the lensatic compass that I get issued for land nav. Why on earth the degree marks are in red is beyond me. Night nav is not one of my strong points yet.

I will be buying the Silva Ranger (52.00 at Gander Mountian) this weekend upon the recommendation of the previous posters.

Ive carried a silva 1-2-3 as a backup for years-
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Old 04-29-2005, 12:45   #28
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http://www.backcountry.com/store/SUN...l-Compass.html

I am a big fan of this one. I got issued one of these while doing an advanced land nav course last yeat and it is awsome. You can probably find it for less on another site but I was just trying to find an example.

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Old 04-29-2005, 17:13   #29
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http://www.backcountry.com/store/SUN...l-Compass.html

I am a big fan of this one. I got issued one of these while doing an advanced land nav course last yeat and it is awsome. You can probably find it for less on another site but I was just trying to find an example.

SFC W

I have it too, but 2 years ago, don't know how, the plastic partially melted during summer!! ! !

http://www.brunton.com/product.php?id=87
That's the one I carry all time, except it is in mils. It is more in the field than home. Well, almost.

There is also the issued artillery prismatic compass, which is very accurate (20 mils), easy to aim, tritium illuminated.
But you don't have the same feeling as a silva style compass.
And the bearing is only in magnetic, so if you want to use it for nav you have to do the maths.
It is awesome at night though.

There are pictures of the said prismatic compass...
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Old 04-29-2005, 19:22   #30
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When Suunto claims this is the compass issued to "miltiary special forces" are they referring to US Special Operation Forces?

I like the luminous bezel for night nav but I suppose when I get proficient at it I wouldnt need it? I can see how it would be useful especially if it is tritium-
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