Brunton TruArc 20 Compass for Sale, Reviews, Deals and Guides
Retail Price:
$74.99
$74.99
Used Value:
$44.99
$44.99
Sale Value:
$67.49
$67.49
The rugged TruArc 20 Compass from Brunton is designed with adventurous hikers and backpackers in mind, ensuring reliable navigation and maximum dependability wherever your journey may take you. This professional-grade, forestry-level compass is encased in a protective case and features a TruArc Global Needle for reliable results in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. With adjustable declination, an inclinometer, map magnifier, and a bubble level, the TruArc 20 is an essential tool for any outdoor enthusiast seeking precise measurements. Additionally, reference cards and conversion charts are included to help ensure accuracy. Whether your journey takes you to the highest peaks or the deepest valleys, the TruArc 20 is the perfect companion to help you navigate with confidence.
TruArc™ Global Needle
The TruArc™ Global Needle is a precise and reliable navigational tool for all of your outdoor expeditions. Utilizing a unique design that tilts up to 20 degrees, you can easily navigate in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. With the included reference cards and conversion charts, you can keep your measurements precise and accurate. Whether you are trekking through the wilderness or simply exploring the great outdoors, you can trust the TruArc Global Needle to provide you with reliable navigation.
Tool-free declination adjustment
The Brunton TruArc 20 Compass is a reliable and accurate navigational tool for all your outdoor adventures. This compass features adjustable declination, an inclinometer, map magnifier and a bubble level for more precise readings. With its intuitive design, the TruArc 20 Compass gives you the confidence you need to trust your direction and navigate your terrain with precision. With its robust design and many features, the TruArc 20 Compass is the perfect companion to help you explore and journey through the wilderness with ease.
Magnified readout
This professional compass features an incredibly accurate magnified readout for the utmost precision without sacrificing readability. The bubble level ensures absolute accuracy when taking bearings by keeping the compass level, not the needle. Additionally, the quick-reference lid allows for speedy readings and the 1˚ resolution azimuth ring allows for pinpoint accuracy. With this compass, users can be sure that they are taking accurate readings no matter the terrain or conditions.
Specifications
Brand:
Adjustable Declination:
yes
Bubble Level:
yes
Claimed Weight:
1.6 oz
Dimensions:
4.1 x 2.5 x 1 in
Global Needle:
yes
Housing Material:
plastic
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime
Recommended Use:
hiking & camping, backpacking, trekking
Sighting Hole:
yes
Sighting Mirror:
yes
Slope Meter:
yes
Full Reviews
Reading the description, it seems like this is a good compass to correct a lot of the annoying things on cheaper compass models. I was down for it, pay a little more, you dont need to worry about the needle dragging, its better in elevation, easy to use. Etc. Well that is not the case, the "global needle" is constantly dragging on the bottom. The illimunious points on the direction arrow bumb and hold the magnetic needle. I also dislike the deg circle. It has the normal deg, but it has the opposite direction reflected, this could be useful but all i find it does is clutter the ring. Instead maybe they could put NSEW on the corrosponding deg for ease of use. Which is not present. The mirror is a weird shape that is small, why not just put it all across the cover? The reference cards are kind of nice, but instead of a normal ruler like scale they are in brackets.... like... why? The instructions say this is able to freely find north even at adverse angles. Making it good for hiking. This is total crap, its super sensitive to angles and i find that if it is flat, it still drags on the bottom. Unless i tilt it twords the magnetic needle its just annoying to use. Oh and the illuminescent nature of the compass sucks. Very hard to see even in pitch black. The construction is nice, good quality. But with the price point, this compass shouldnt have these issues. I am returning this, not very happy, would rather use a walmart compass. At least their needles dont get stuck.
Patrick C., backcountry.com
October 12, 2018
October 12, 2018
I own and use several compasses of many manufactures and types. In particular I have a Brunton Eclipse 8099 which is a predecessor of the Truarc 20. I found the Eclipse to be a very good instrument...rugged, easy to use and accurate. The TruArc I received was poorly manufactured. Loose capsule and flimsy in construction. The needle bumped the bottom of the unit and did not settle well. I decided to instead buy another K & R compass. At this point the only Brunton I would purchase for outdoor recreational use is the lightweight Com-Pro Pocket Transit. Perhaps i received a defective TruArc 20? Based on other reviews that may be the situation.
MF Z., backcountry.com
June 29, 2018
June 29, 2018
Actually, I never get lost. Ever. But it's nice to have this to ensure that streak does not end. If you're putting together an go-bag for the apocalypse, put one of these in!
Andy F, backcountry.com
March 5, 2017
March 5, 2017
This was my first real compass and will probably be my last. One of bruntons most durable and includes all the features needed. Measure distance, inclination, direction easily and know that it's a product you can trust. Highly recommend.
Louie, backcountry.com
December 30, 2016
December 30, 2016
I like the inclometer. Works great.
Jacob B., backcountry.com
November 26, 2015
November 26, 2015
