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 Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Brunton 8099 Compass (Spring 2008) 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 Backcountry.com:
"Brunton made the Eclipse 8099 Compass for serious backcountry travelers who need a tool for days where a little mistake in navigation can have major consequences. A couple degrees off and you could end up in the wrong couloir which leads to the wrong valley which leads to a road ten miles from where you parked. Yeah, that would be a bummer. With an adjustable declination, magnified readout, sighting mirror, and even field reference cards, the Brunton Eclipse 8099 Compass keeps you right on track."

From REI:
"This advanced compass features a magnetized disk for accurate bearings and comes with helpful reference cards that store inside the compass. Magnetized disk is more accurate than conventional needles and settles quickly for fast, accurate bearings. Anti-static, liquid-filled dial with jeweled bearing features 1 degree gradations to ensure accuracy, sighting mirror for improved accuracy. Ergonomic rubber shoe on bottom of compass grips map surface and is comfortable to hold. Declination adjustment scale allows you to account for the difference between magnetic and true north; scale on base is adjustable to your location. Three different clinometers for measuring slope angles -- useful for determining snow slope stability and for surveying. Two of the clinometer scales offer 5-degree increments, 1 offers 1-degree increments. Includes USGS map scale 1:24,000, ft, Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) and mile scales for position accuracy. Waterproof field reference cards includes navigational, topographical and survival information that store in the compass. Includes built-in magnifier, protective, flip down cover and lanyard."

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."

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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