Brunton Nexus Avalanche Compass
By: Brunton Average Rating: 3.0 Total Reviews: 2
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 On: 2007-12-11
I bought this compass after taking a begining orienteering class. It was better than the compass I received at the class, and had the basic features I was looking for at a reasonable price. I looked at several more expensive and feature-laden models, but was sold by the rugged case, light weight, "floating" feature, and price. I carry it hunting, backpacking, and geocaching. I expect it will serve me well for many years to come.
On: 2007-12-10
I bought this compass after taking a begining orienteering class. It was better than the compass I received at the class, and had the basic features I was looking for at a reasonable price. I looked at several more expensive and feature-laden models, but was sold by the rugged case, light weight, "floating" feature, and price. I carry it hunting, backpacking, and geocaching. I expect it will serve me well for many years to come.
 On: 2006-03-10
I can recommend this as a second compass only. Or as a gee-whiz casual toy. It has a cheap one-piece plastic case that is hard to open, and the hinge is just folded-over plastic. This does not inspire confidence in either its accuracy or durability. Additionally, the hinge does not stay at the angle you need. It just flops around, requiring one more thing to manage when navigating. A loose hinge is a deal breaker for me.
The base plate is black, not clear, compromising its utility when laying it on a map.
It has a clinometer, but it hangs up, requiring tapping to read.
Its compactness can be a drawback if your eyes are less than perfect or light is low.
It has a viewing slot in the lower part of the mirror, which I really like, being ex-Army. I think all mirror compasses should have a slot.
On: 2006-03-09
I can recommend this as a second compass only. Or as a gee-whiz casual toy. It has a cheap one-piece plastic case that is hard to open, and the hinge is just folded-over plastic. This does not inspire confidence in either its accuracy or durability. Additionally, the hinge does not stay at the angle you need. It just flops around, requiring one more thing to manage when navigating. A loose hinge is a deal breaker for me.
The base plate is black, not clear, compromising its utility when laying it on a map.
It has a clinometer, but it hangs up, requiring tapping to read.
Its compactness can be a drawback if your eyes are less than perfect or light is low.
It has a viewing slot in the lower part of the mirror, which I really like, being ex-Army. I think all mirror compasses should have a slot.
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