BIJIAOrienteering Map Compass -Sighting Mirror Compass with Adjustable Declination,Clinometer and LED light for Hiking, Camping,Orienteering,Hunting,Global Mountaineering,Navigating and SAR training.

I could tell that it was built to survive the weather because of the sturdy build quality that it had. As someone who places a high value on accuracy in navigation, I find the function that allows for changeable declination to be an absolute gift. When I went on walks, particularly in places that I was not acquainted with, I found that it was quite helpful in fine-tuning my route. I was able to get my bearings while I was trekking with the help of this equipment, which enabled me to keep on course without having to rely on any guessing. The sighting mirror is another essential component. It seemed to add a level of precision that I had not encountered with any of the other compasses I had used before. The clinometer was yet another characteristic that stood out to me considerably. In the course of my climbing expedition, I used this product not only to analyze the slope angles but also to check the safety of the terrain. The fact that it is a useful function helped me feel more prepared, particularly when I was negotiating regions that were more rough or hilly. In addition, I discovered that the LED light was of great assistance to me while I was navigating at night. One evening, I found myself in the woods as the sun was about to set, and the LED light made it simple for me to see the compass even though there was very little surrounding light. It is a rather small function, but it offers a great deal of value, especially when going on camping vacations when the intensity of the daylight might be unexpected.

Got 3 of these as starter compasses to learn orienteering and navigation for myself and my 2 sons. I wanted something that would mimic a Suunto MC-2, but that I wouldn't be to broken up about if it got broken or lost. We're not the most careful people. So this particular unit in the $12-$15 price range more than fits the bill. We put stickers on ours to differentiate whose is who's. I have a green little alien on mine. We have yet to try starting a solar-induced fire with the magnifying circle, but the magnifier was one of the reasons this unit was shortlisted.I checked the cardinal directions on our compasses against other cheapie compasses I had on hand (you know, those whistle combo and button types, but we all know you can't fully trust those). All 3 compasses generally pointed in the same direction as well in terms of consistency in the product.I also checked and set my area's declination against the NOAA Magnetic Field Calculator (I have the link saved to the screen menu of my cellphone for always-access) as well as the little compass that comes up on Google Maps. I also for sure know where North is by my house in general and the area of my job. So this compass checks out as far as I am concerned.For any beginner who is not aware, anytime you bring up an online topo or regular directional map, the top line edge of that map or screen is always in the direction of North. Now if that's True North or just magnetic north, I have not confirmed that fact with 100% certainty so YMMV. Also, while you're certifying coordinates make sure this (or any other) ompass is not being thrown off by metal or nearby magnets that are on your person, clothing, in picnic tables, in your phone, by firearms, etc.The little flashlight attached to the lanyard is a nice bonus, but I don't have high hopes for that thing lasting. It's amazing to me how some people buy things at the most dirt cheap price possible and complain that something is deficient or eventually fails to work, but I digress. If this whole unit survives and functions for 6 mos. to a year, I would consider that a Big Win.I would personally NOT take this unit on a big, long-term thru-hike or into a serious wilderness area for an ad hoc hike either. Maybe as a backup compass. I would just go ahead and drop some cash on Suunto, Silva, or Brunton in the $35-$75 range as your main deal. Don't be a cheapskate when your life could be on the line.

Overall a good beginner compass. I got it for a class. The needle sticks a little if the compass isn’t perfectly flat which can be difficult when trying to take a reading.

This a good quality compass to have.

Convenient, small enough for your pocket, light weight and easy to use. It points North accurately and the sighting mirror is clear. It doesn't feel flimsy like some others.

This is basically a copy of the Silva Ranger 2.0 or Suunto MC2, at about a quarter of the price. As far as I can tell, the compass points north compared to my other compasses. The mirror cover assembly is good and shuts securely. It has some useful features, such as different scales, a magnifier and so on.However...The clinometer is sticky, sometimes it moves freely and sometimes it doesn't. Not something I would trust. It does have a declination adjustment, but the scale inside the ring doesn't line up with the outside ring (degree scale) so that could lead to incorrect settings and readings. It has glow in the dark paint on a couple of points and the degree scale glows but the needle doesn't glow, so you still need a light to use it in the dark. Why? Speaking of, it comes with a very small and flimsy led light. I'm sure it will last a few minutes at least. It comes with a whistle that doesn't work. Not a lot of thought or quality control was put into this thing. Oh, they also claim it has a global needle. I can't verify that for sure, but as I understand it a global needle should tilt more than a non global one. This one is about the same as all my other non global ones, so I wouldn't count on it being a real global compass.Bottom line, it will work for what I want which is a backup or loaner. It will work for teaching a kid, provided you check and understand its limitations. But I really wouldn't recommend it if you are inexperienced with using a compass or don't have a good one to check it against.Honestly 3 stars might be a little generous...