This compass incorporates the following features for sailing: both 45° and 90° lubber lines, and low level lighting to preserve night vision.
• Custom built black compass with 5° dial
• Large 5" PowerDamp flat card dial
• 90° lubber lines for easy reading of reciprocal headings
• Extra 45° lubber lines
• Full internal gimbals
• Hardened steel pivot and sapphire jewel movement
• Built-in compensators
• Exclusive built-in 12V green NiteVu illumination in movable sun shield
• Spherical design with fiberglass reinforced Valox® bowl on 5" model; spherical brass bowl on 6" model
• High-capacity roller diaphram for extended temperature operating ranges
• 100% repairability
• Exclusive 5-year Ritchie warranty