Brunton 8099 Eclipse

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The 8099 Eclipse is a compass made by Brunton. It has an average rating of 2.5 stars (out of 5), based on 2 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"Dual cover assembly allows for quick one hand operation. Remove the protective shoe and open the second cover for complete map work with scaled base plate. Attached with a lanyard the quick reference cards contain compass use, GPS coordinate finder (UTM) and survival information. Designed for outdoor recreation and professional surveying, the 'Eclipse' offers magnified 1 degree accurate front and back mirrored sighted bearings, three inclinometers (slope and vertical height measurements), declination adjustment, quick reference cards in a cool, revolutionary design. Wt. 4 oz. 3 in. x 4 in. x .75 in. Features: Exclusive, patented, magnetic disk, needle-less compass."

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Brunton 8099 Compass (Fall 2009) The 8099 Compass by Brunton is an all-in-one professional compass that serves as both a baseplate and a mirrored sighting map compass. The 8099 features three clinometer systems and our patented circle-over-circle alignment system.Features:Circle over circle alignment systemTool-free declination adjustableFast setting needleMagnified read-out for one degree accuracyProtective cover with sighting mirrorField reference cards for professional useBubble level for angle accuracy3 clinometer systemsMap magnifierLimited lifetime warrantySpecifications:Overall dimensions: 4.1 in. x 2.5 in. x 1 in.Weight: 3.6 ozGraduations: 1 degreeScales: Feet, meter, and mileMap scale: USGS 1:24k UTMWarranty: Limited lifetimeIncluded:LanyardProfessional field reference cards"

From CampSaver.com:
"8099 ECLIPSE: Size: 4.1 x 2.5 x 1 Weight: 3.6 oz. Magnified read out 1 graduations Field reference cards 3 inclinometer systems Declination adjustable USGS map scale 1:24k, ft, UTM.mile"

From Vargo Outdoors:
"An all-in-one professional compass that serves as both a baseplate and a mirrored sighting compass. Designed for easy navigation the 8099 features three clinometer systems and the patented circle-over-circle alignment system. Includes field reference cards for mapping and emergency skills. Protective cover. Lanyard included. Lifetime warranty. *Tool-free declination adjustable*Magnified read-out for 1 degree accuracy*1 degree graduations*USGS map scale: 1:24k UTM feet miles meters*4.1 by 2.5 by 1 weighs 3.60z"

User Reviews

8099 Eclipse
Reviewed by QV66, Dec 16, 2006

"The compass came with a huge bubble, rotation of the proprietary no needle system is suspect as it hangs up and does not free spin when level. Overall quality is poor. Wish I had gotten the Silvia Ranger. Do not recommend purchase."

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8099 Eclipse
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Dec 12, 2006

"It's a bit of an average compass for all the hoopla. The mirror used to take a sighting is small, and the degree readings are printed on cardboard and aren't visible at all in low light (not luminous). Also, the degree readings are reversed in the 8099's mirror which is a bit of a pain, and the declination adjustment is by friction only, not by geared wheel; slight slippage was a problem on mine and I had to keep checking it when in use."

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