Navigation
Many instruments are essential for navigation or for learning to navigate. Our experts have selected for you, a large choice of equipment and instruments, some of which are from the flash-Tide brand a brand owned by Picksea. Find a wide range of equipment, from the cras ruler to Breton protractor through the tide calculators or on-board instruments like barometers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sailor, find a wide choice of essential instruments for navigation in addition to theon-board electronics. All the products have been selected, even manufactured by Picksea experts, among the best brands(Flash-Tide, Vion, Minox...) for the quality of their design. References on the market, they are used by many sailing schools in the framework of the training of yachtsmen or professionals. You will also find a large choice of navigation compasses and astronomical navigation
INSTRUMENTS FOR MARITIME NAVIGATION
Whether you are a beginner, a trainee or an experienced professional, whether you are sailing or motoring, whether you are sailing inshore or offshore, you will find in this section all the instruments you need to manage your navigations in addition to the onboard electronics. This is also where you will find the tools you need for your maritime or pleasure sailing training programs: crest rulers, Breton protractors or dry point compasses... All these navigation products are designed and manufactured by the Picksea crew and are renowned for their practicality, ease of use and reading, solidity and durability over time. They are used by many sailing schools for training purposes.
COURSE OR SURVEY COMPASSES
The compass is one of the essential instruments in maritime navigation. It is even compulsory on board as soon as you are more than 2 miles from a shelter (Division 240). In recreational boating, there are two main types of magnetic compasses: the course compass which is most often mounted on the boat near the steering position and the bearing compass which is mainly used to measure an angle to a landmark or another boat. The location of the course compass must be chosen carefully to minimise the magnetic influence of the boat on the readings. For this purpose, it may be useful to follow the training course "Establishing a deviation curve" offered free of charge by the Picksea team on its platform Learn-to-sail.com.
A LARGE CHOICE OF MARINE BINOCULARS
Having a good pair of binoculars is essential for any sailor! Indeed, in maritime navigation, anticipation is a key factor to be able to identify a beacon or a danger well in advance. Your pair of binoculars will also help you to better spot a bittern and if it is equipped with an integrated compass, like the Topomarine Rescue BinocularsYou can also use your binoculars to help you spot a bittern and if it is equipped with an integrated compass, such as the binoculars Finally, it will allow you to observe marine animals such as cetaceans or seals. As with all navigation equipment, the choice of a pair of marine binoculars is a compromise between price, technical quality and on-board use: Picksea offers a wide range of marine binoculars for this purpose.
TRY ASTRONOMICAL NAVIGATION
Picksea offers a selection of sextants, accessories, tables and ephemeris for the astronomical navigation. A sextant is a useful tool on longer voyages as an alternative means of navigation if you lose your electronic instruments.
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<h2>Calculate the height of the tide with this marine accessory!</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The Tide Calculator is a graphical ruler that allows you to determine the height of water at any time. Easy to use, it replaces with precision and speed the calculations with the rule of twelfths.</p>
<h2>Detailed features of the Flash-Tide Tide Calculator</h2>
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<h2>One Hand Brass Divider</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">One hand brass divider for aesthetics with fine stainless steel points for accuracy of measurement. The one hand divider is an indispensable marine instrument for measuring distances on a nautical chart whatever the scale, for determining its position in latitude and longitude or for positioning a point on the chart.</p>
<h2><span>Features of the One Hand Divider</span></h2>
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<h2 style="text-align:justify;">SHOM chart 9999 for the french offshore licence exam</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The SHOM chart 9999 is the official chart for the offshore licence examination which allows you to navigate beyond 6 miles from a shelter. The 9999 chart is also used to do all the exercises to prepare for the exam.</p>
<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Training and preparation for the french offshore licence (theory test)</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">After passing the coastal licence (and perhaps also the inland waterway licence), you want to extend your navigation area to the "high seas"! To do this, you need to obtain a offshore licence to sail motorboats beyond 6 miles from a shelter (it is also very useful for sailing boats). You can read the article <a href="https://www.picksea.com/en/actualites-et-conseils/post/18-all-knowing-pass-license-holder">"Everything you need to know about the offshore licence"</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The chart 9999 is the official chart to take the offshore licence exam. Of course, this SHOM 9999 chart also allows you to work on all the exercises and mock exams in your school boat or as an independent candidate, to prepare for the tests for the offshore extension of the sea boat licence.</p>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The SHOM 9999 chart is a special marine chart but it contains all the information of a real navigation chart (scale of latitudes and longitudes, coasts, probes, dangers, beacons, lighthouses, currents, ...). You can plot routes and bearings and position points, or measure distances as on a real chart. See the article <a href="https://www.picksea.com/en/actualites-et-conseils/post/49-determine-route-direction-distance">"Determining a route in direction and distance" on our blog</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The SHOM (Services Hydrographique et Océanographique de la Marine) is the public organisation in charge of collecting data (soundings, currents, coastline, ...) and distributing this information, in particular in the form of nautical charts. Find here all our other SHOM charts.</p>
<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Characteristics of the SHOM 9999 Special Offshore Exam Chart</h2>
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<h2>Marine Plotter Compass</h2>
<p><span>Brass marine compass with fine stainless steel tip for navigation. Pencil fastening by screw (adjustable height).</span></p>
<h2><span>Features of the Flash-Tide compass</span></h2>
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<h2>New Breton Reporter</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The New Breton Reporter retains all the features that have made it so successful over the past 40 years, but it has been completely redesigned by Nautic Training instructors to improve its readability and usability.</p>
<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Features of the New Breton Reporter</h2>
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<h2>The parallel ruler: the most traditional way to measure your routes and bearings</h2>
<p>The parallel ruler is the oldest and most traditional way to measure and trace routes and bearings. The principle is simple: the ruler is placed on the road to be measured and then, like a pantograph, the other part of the ruler is placed on one of the declination roses on the map to determine the angle.</p>
<h2>Features of the Flash-Tide parallel ruler</h2>
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<h2>Rule Type Cras</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">A two-coloured red and black cras ruler with a special design that makes it easier to read than other cras rulers.</p>
<h2>Characteristics of the Cras Type Rule</h2>
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<h2 id="prod-h1" class="prod-name">Navigator's Equipment Pack</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;"><span>Whether you are sailing on your own boat or on a charter boat, this pack provides you with all the equipment you need to prepare and manage a coastal, offshore or even deep-sea cruise.</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Features of the Navigator's Equipment Pack</h2>
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<h2>All the possibilities of the Cras rule and the Rappporteur Breton</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;"><span>The Antares protractor ruler is both a tricolour Cras ruler AND a Breton protractor. It can be easily adapted to any skipper or sailor, whatever his or her initial training or practice habits. </span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Waterproof nautical charts</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">Waterproof laminated nautical charts of the Atlantic that can be taken out in the cockpit. A3 format with a scale adapted to each sailing basin. Ideal for cruising or coastal regattas. Less cumbersome than traditional charts and very well thought out visually. Longer lasting for outdoor use in all conditions.</p>
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<h2>Polaris Tricolour Ruler</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The three-colour red, green and black cras ruler is very popular with boaters and boat licence applicants because it is more practical and easier to read than traditional cras rulers.</p>
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<h2><strong>Everything you need to prepare and pass your offshore licence!</strong></h2>
<p>Everything you need to prepare and pass your offshore licence: complete pack of materials, map and book</p>
<h2>Features of the Complete Offshore Pack</h2>
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<h2>Flash-Tide - Cras 2000 two-tone ruler</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The Flash-Tide Crash Ruler 2000 is a two-tone red and black crashed ruler that is very popular with boaters and offshore license applicants because it is more practical and easier to read than traditional crashed rulers.</p>
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<h2>Standard Cras Rule</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;"><span>This black ruler is very popular with boaters and boat license applicants because it is more practical and easier to read than other brands of rulers.</span></p>
<h2><span>Features of the Standard Cras rule</span></h2>
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<h2><strong>The essential pack to prepare your offshore licence</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">A set of quality tools to pass your offshore licence! Picksea is the owner of the Flash-Tide Instruments brand and our teams manufacture in France, in Lorient, all models of <a href="https://www.picksea.com/en/106806-cras-navigation-rules">rules cras</a> or Breton. Picksea is also a SHOM agent. We are therefore the best able to provide you with a pack composed of the best products at the best price.</p>
<h2>Composition of the offshore licence pack</h2>
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Pack Offshore Course License (exam chart + Cras ruler + divider)
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<h2>Brocémer Navigation Protractor Ruler</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The Brocémer navigation ruler is one of the "Breton protractor" type rulers. It is much appreciated by candidates for the offshore licence because it is simpler, more practical and more intuitive than the other models of rulers.</p>
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<h2>Marine clock diameter 127 mm with indication of the radio silence ranges</h2>
<p>The VION series has a recognisable design. Blue and red hands and pointers are used in all instruments and blue and red prints on the dials. The drop symbol is a recurring feature. Comes with mounting bracket. Operates on one AA LR6 battery.</p>
<h2>Characteristics of the marine clock diameter 127 mm of Vion</h2>
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<h2>Thermometer - Hygrometer diameter 97 mm</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The VION series has a recognisable design. Blue and red hands and pointers are used in all instruments and blue and red prints on the dials. The drop symbol is a recurring feature. Supplied with mounting bracket.</p>
<h2>Characteristics of the thermometer - hygrometer diameter 97 mm of Vion</h2>
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<h2>Magic Marine sponges</h2>
<div class="fiche-txt">Ideal on a small optimist type boat to soak up moisture.</div>
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<h2><strong>The offshore licence pack with Breton plotter !</strong></h2>
<p>Pack of material to prepare the offshore licence including the official chart 9999, a plotter (Flash-Tide) and a one hand divider (Flash-Tide)</p>
<h2>Features of the Offshore Plus Pack</h2>
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<h2>The VION Mini 2000 - "Mini Morin" bearing compass</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">This Vion Mini 2000 bearing compass is the famous "Mini Morin" famous in all cruising schools. Renowned for its solidity and reliability, it will find its place in your chart table and will assist you efficiently in your coastal courses.</p>
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<h2>The VION AXIUM 3 Bearing Compass</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The Axium 3 compass from VION is the "rolls" of the bearing compasses. This model is well known among French boaters for being both solid and extremely reliable. With the Axium 3, you will get all your measurements right the first time!</p>
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<p>Precision marine binoculars with 30 year warranty. 8X magnification and 42mm lens to capture maximum light. Its O-rings ensure a total waterproofness, ideal for sports and other nautical activities. They are part of the essential boat accessories for the sailor and the yachtsman.</p>
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<h2>Waterproof nautical charts of the Mediterranean (France)</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">Waterproof nautical charts of the French Mediterranean coast that you can take out in the cockpit because they are waterproof. A3 format with a scale adapted to each sailing basin. Ideal for cruising or coastal regattas. Less cumbersome than traditional charts and very well thought out visually. Longer lasting for outdoor use in all conditions.</p>
<h2>Detailed characteristics of the charts</h2>
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<h2>Hi-Sensitiv barometer diameter 97 mm</h2>
<p>The VION series has a recognisable design. Blue and red hands and pointers are used in all instruments and blue and red prints on the dials. The drop symbol is a recurring feature. Supplied with mounting bracket.</p>
<p><strong>Hi-Sensitiv barometer: the slightest change in pressure is detected by the barometer.</strong><br /><em>What is the high sensitivity mechanism? The movement of the barometer-pointer is amplified 1.5 times compared to the movement of the conventional barometer, which allows a more responsive and easier reading.</em></p>
<h2>Characteristics of the Vion 127 mm diameter barometer</h2>
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<h2>97 mm diameter marine clock with radio silence indication</h2>
<p>The VION series has a recognisable design. Blue and red hands and pointers are used in all instruments and blue and red prints on the dials. The drop symbol is a recurring feature. Comes with mounting bracket. Operates on one AA LR6 battery.</p>
<h2>Characteristics of the marine clock diameter 97 mm of Vion</h2>
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<h2><strong>The essential pack for passing professional maritime exams</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">A set of quality tools to pass your professional maritime exams! Picksea is the owner of the Flash-Tide Instruments brand and our teams manufacture in France, in Lorient, all the models of cras or breton rulers. Picksea is also a SHOM agent. We are therefore the best able to provide you with a pack composed of the best products at the best price.</p>
<h2>Composition of the maritime exam pro pack</h2>
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<h2>7x50 floating and waterproof binoculars :</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">Picksea offers you waterproof and floating inert gas binoculars. It has<strong> high resolution</strong> optics, and focus on each eyepiece. Multi-coated lenses filter out infrared and ultra violet rays for better visual comfort. Comes with case, cleaning cloth and strap.</p>
<h2>Detailed specifications of the Rescue 7x50 binoculars</h2>
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<h2>The REGATTA 100 mm diameter board watch from BARIGO</h2>
<div>This 100 mm diameter on-board watch will fit perfectly on your boat. It is part of the 100 REGATTA range from BARIGO which is exclusively made of polished stainless steel.</div>
<h2>The characteristics of the REGATTA 100 mm diameter edge watch from BARIGO</h2>
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<h2>The VIKING 130 mm diameter barometer from BARIGO</h2>
<div class="fiche-txt">It will be very useful to have more precise information about the weather. Its dial is 130 mm in diameter.</div>
<h2>The characteristics of the VIKING 130 mm diameter barometer from BARIGO</h2>
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<p style="text-align:justify;">The Harken Wet Notes notebook is a great solution for any sailor who wants to keep track of sail trim while racing. With water-proof, tear-proof paper, Wet Notes allows you to keep track of everything under any conditions and fits in your pocket. Next time you're on the water, consider this cheat sheet.</p>
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<h2>The Magic Marine Winch Cover</h2>
<div class="fiche-txt">This guard will be ideal to fix on the winch when it is not used to protect it, and thus make it last in time. This protection is also very robust and adjustable.</div>
<h2>The characteristics of the Magic Marine winch cover</h2>
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<h2>Navicom handheld VHF RT411+ 6W </h2>
<p>The Navicom RT411+ handheld VHF is the best selling portable VHF. It is very easy to use, compact, robust and reliable. It will accompany you in all your navigations! Waterproof IPX6 and floating, it has a battery life of about 12 hours. </p>
<h2><em>Reminder of the French regulations concerning the use of VHF</em></h2>
<p><em>A maritime radio station licence is mandatory, including for a portable VHF. It can be obtained free of charge from the Agence Nationale de Fréquences by logging on to the anfr.fr website</em></p>
<p><em>In French waters (waters bordering the French coastline up to 12 miles from the coast or the French river network), it is not necessary to have a maritime or river CRR (restricted radiotelephone operator certificate)</em></p>
<p><em>It is forbidden to use a VHF on land</em></p>
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<h2><strong>Straight Brass Divider</strong></h2>
<p><strong></strong>Brass compass for esthetics with fine stainless steel tips for accuracy of measurement.</p>
<p>Interactive instructions online at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/PickseaVideo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PickseaVideo</a></p>
<h2>Features of the Flash-Tide Straight Brass Divider</h2>
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<h2 id="prod-h1" class="prod-name">Ruler and Compass Dry Point Kit</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;"><span>Set of equipment to prepare for the offshore licence or to equip your boat, including a cras 2000 ruler (Flash-Tide) and a dry point compass (Flash-Tide)</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align:justify;"><span>Features of the Ruler and Compass Kit</span></h2>
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<h2 id="prod-h1" class="prod-name">Protractor Ruler and Compass Kit</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">Set of equipment to prepare for the offshore licence or to equip your boat, including a Brocémer ruler (Flash-Tide) and a dry point compass (Flash-Tide)</p>
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<h2 style="text-align:justify;">The 70 mm diameter clock from 4WATER</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">This clock will be installed in the saloon of your boat. A timeless classic style. It will be essential for you to be in phase with the tide times.</p>
<h2>The characteristics of the 70 mm diameter clock from 4WATER</h2>
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<h2>Tubular radar reflector</h2>
<p>This reflector radar for boat with engine has a very practical form: it presents little dunnage and is installed easily. It is a product of complement which does not replace an active radar reflector, and that does not exempt to carry out an active watch. Model with a surface of reflection of 2m2.</p>
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<p>Marine cartography on SD/MicroSD card compatible with all Garmin portable GPS with mapping. Local delimitation centred on South Brittany.</p>
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<h2>Shark 8x25: the compact waterproof binoculars for the boat</h2>
<p>Waterproof, the Shark series binoculars are multi-coated. They are gas-filled and have twist-up eye caps. The box includes: binoculars, strap and protective bag.</p>
<h2>Features of the Gambit Shark 8 X 25 waterproof binoculars</h2>
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<h2>Topomarine's Admiral FX 7x50 waterproof binoculars</h2>
<p>With the so-called Optical Fix Focus quality and thanks to its lens system, this pair of binoculars is designed so that the depth of field is infinite. This means that the human eye can focus on every object between 20 metres and infinity. The Admiral FX binoculars are of course waterproof, inert gas, with HR optics (High Resolution Optics). The multi-coated objectives filter out infrared and ultraviolet rays for better visual comfort. BaK4 prisms.</p>
<h2>Admiral FX binoculars detailed specifications</h2>
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Admiral FX 7x50 waterproof binoculars
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<h2>7x18 waterproof binoculars from Topoplastic</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The Pocket 7x18 compact marine binoculars manufactured by Topomarine are among the cheapest of the Picksea selection of waterproof binoculars. Very compact and light, they will fit in any crew or watch jacket pocket.</p>
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<p>This VHF is ideal for an intensive use. She has numerous properties which by way of her a very attractive VHF. She is floating, tight in the dumping furthermore she in a 6 watt power.</p>
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<h2>Offshore compass 75 flush mounted or on bracket</h2>
<p>Whether mounted on the horizontal plane or on a bracket, the offshore compass 75 is very compact, solid and easy to install thanks to its screw fastenings. A magnetic compass is<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>MANDATORY in coastal navigation from 2 MN from a shelter<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>(<a href="https://www.picksea.com/en/content/182-choose-and-check-your-safety-material">Division 240</a>)</p>
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<h2>The Jean Cras 3 mm ruler from Topoplastic</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">The Jean Cras ruler manufactured by Topoplastic is approved by the Merchant Navy, the National Navy, the Civil Aviation and the Air Force for work and calculations on maps. The rights of the name Jean Cras are exclusive to the Topoplastic company.</p>
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<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Admiralty Marine Map of the Antarctic Region</h2>
<p style="text-align:justify;">One of the only nautical chart references including the entire Antarctic. It will appeal to Vendée Globe fans who will be able to follow their favourite candidates around the Antarctic continent with a gnomonic projection instead of the classic Mercator projection which cannot be used in latitudes above 70° N or S.</p>
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Admiralty Marine Chart 4009 Antarctic Region
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<h2><span>The Offshore 95 compass for powerboats from 6 to 10 m.</span></h2>
<p>The Plastimo Offshore 95 compass is available as a horizontal flush mounted version or on a bracket. For the flush mounted version, the compass has a very compact design. Its drilling diameter is compatible with that of the Offshore 90 and other main compasses on the market. For the bracket-mounted version, it has a wide and robust base that dampens vibrations. It can be screwed in at any angle, simply ensuring that the compass/pink assembly is horizontal. To make the caliper compass removable, it is also possible to attach it to the bracket. A magnetic compass* is<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>MANDATORY in coastal navigation from 2 MN from a shelter<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>(<a href="https://www.picksea.com/en/content/182-choose-and-check-your-safety-material">Division 240</a>).</p>
<h2>Characteristics of the Offshore 95 compass</h2>
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