Brunton 8040G

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The 8040G is a compass made by Brunton. It has an average rating of 2 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Brunton 8040G Compass (Fall 2008) The 8040G Compass by Brunton is a mirrored map compass with our easy-reading optic green baseplate. Tool-free declination adjustment makes for less confusion, and the built-in thermometer gives you knowledge most compasses do not.Features:Tool-free declination adjustable2 degrees of graduationProtective cover with sighting mirrorClinometerThermometerFeatured in 999X compass assortmentLimited lifetime warrantyIncludes lanyardSpecifications:Overall dimensions: 3.8 in. x 2.5 in. x 0.9 in.Weight: 1.6 ozScales: Inch and mmInclination scale: 0-35 degreesWarranty: Limited lifetime"

From Campmor:
"Optic green base, USGS map scales 1:62,500 with 45deg. protractor. Includes clinometer for vertical angle readings (90deg. ), mirror for accurate sighting, thermometer, declination map on cover and lanyard. State-of-the-art cobalt steel needle, anti-static clear liquid dampening vial, patented no tools required adjustable declination, highly visible non-glare white azimuth ring imprinted in 2deg. increments."

From Backcountry.com:
"The Brunton 8040G Compass includes all the features you need for incredibly accurate backcountry navigation without a bunch of gizmos that you don't really need. Clean, simple, and accurate, the 8040G Compass has an adjustable declination, sighting mirror, and transparent base plate to make map work easier. As an added bonus, Brunton gave the 8040G a built-in thermometer to provide accurate bragging rights on dead-of-winter or heat-of-summer trips."

From Massey's:
"Features include: 3.8"x2.5"x.9" 1.6 oz. 2 graduations 0-35 inclination scale Declination adjustable Clinometer Inch mm scales Lanyard Thermometer"

User Reviews

8040G
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Dec 14, 2006

"The Brunton 8040 compass works, but in my opinion there are much better mirror-sight compasses available (if you like Brunton, before you buy an 8040 just compare the Brunton Nexus 15 or 25 Ranger compasses Brunton imports from Silva Sweden AB).

A problem with all the original Brunton 'optic green' baseplate compass designs I believe is their method of declination adjustment."

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