Compasses & Navigation - Compasses & Map Cases
Navigate accurately and protect your mapping, our Compasses & Navigation collection covers compasses and map cases for hiking, bushcraft, tactical and outdoor use. Reliable when GPS is unavailable or unsuitable, these tools support confident route planning and movement in varied UK conditions.
From taking bearings in the field to planning routes on the map, the range is chosen for precision and durability, with clear scales for navigation in degrees or mils.
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What you'll find in this collection
- Baseplate and sighting compasses for accurate route planning
- Compasses marked in degrees or mils for civilian and military methods
- Clear, readable dials suited to hillwalking and field use
- Map cases to protect charts and route notes in wet weather
- Durable navigation tools built for repeated outdoor use
Chosen for reliability and ease of use, these compasses and map cases support accurate navigation and protected mapping for hiking, bushcraft, training and expeditions.
Ideal for
Hiking & Walking • Bushcraft & Camping • Tactical Training • Outdoor Navigation & Expeditions • Orienteering • Military & Cadet
Related collections
Browse Binoculars & Monoculars or Walking & Trekking Poles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a baseplate and a sighting compass?
A baseplate compass sits flat on a map for plotting and taking bearings, and is the usual choice for hillwalking and orienteering. A sighting (lensatic) compass lets you aim at a distant feature for a more precise bearing, which suits navigation over open ground.
What is the difference between degrees and mils?
Degrees divide the compass into 360 parts and are standard for civilian navigation, while mils divide it more finely and are used in military methods. Choose the scale that matches how you have been taught to navigate.
Why carry a compass if I have GPS?
A compass needs no batteries or signal and will not fail in cold or remote conditions, making it a reliable backup to GPS. Paired with a map, it remains the foundation of safe navigation.
Do I need a map case?
A map case keeps paper maps and route notes dry and readable in wet UK weather, which is well worth it on exposed walks and longer trips.
