{"product_id":"davis-instruments-215-illuminated-hand-bearing-compass-hand-held-marine-navigation-compass","title":"Davis Instruments 215 Illuminated Hand Bearing Compass, Hand-Held Marine Navigation Compass","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Davis Instruments 215 is a hand-held bearing compass built for on-the-water navigation, letting boaters take accurate directional readings and line up landmarks or other vessels quickly and reliably. Its illuminated dial makes it easy to read bearings in low-light or nighttime conditions, a key advantage over non-illuminated hand compasses when navigating at dawn, dusk, or after dark. The compass is built from lightweight plastic, keeping it easy to carry and comfortable to hold up to the eye for extended sighting sessions without added bulk or weight in a gear bag or cockpit pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSized at 10 inches long by 6 inches wide, the Davis Instruments 215 is compact enough to stow in a chart table drawer, ditch bag, or glove box while still being large enough to sight comfortably. It uses a hand-mount design, meaning it is held and sighted by hand rather than permanently installed, making it a flexible backup or primary navigation tool for sailors, powerboaters, and kayakers alike. As a lightweight, portable instrument, it serves as a reliable backup to electronic navigation systems, useful for taking quick bearings on buoys, shorelines, or other boats without needing to power up a chartplotter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Davis Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 215\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.46 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 inches L x 6 inches W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMap Scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:100000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 011698021505\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Davis Instruments 215?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Davis Instruments 215 is a hand-held bearing compass with LED illumination, designed for taking navigational bearings on boats and other watercraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Davis Instruments 215 compass have a light for nighttime use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 215 is an illuminated hand bearing compass, so its dial can be read in low-light or nighttime conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Davis Instruments 215 made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is constructed of plastic, which keeps the hand bearing compass lightweight for extended handheld use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Davis Instruments 215 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Davis Instruments 215 hand bearing compass weighs 0.46 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the Davis Instruments 215 compass?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Davis Instruments 215 measures 10 inches long by 6 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Davis Instruments 215 mounted or hand-held?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a hand mount design, meaning the 215 is held by hand for sighting rather than permanently installed on the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho would use a hand bearing compass like the Davis Instruments 215?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sailors, powerboaters, and paddlers use the Davis Instruments 215 to take quick directional bearings on landmarks, buoys, or other vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Davis Instruments 215 be used as a backup to electronic navigation?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, as a lightweight, portable hand bearing compass, the 215 works well as a backup navigation tool if electronic instruments fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the UPC for the Davis Instruments 215?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Davis Instruments 215 hand bearing compass carries UPC 011698021505.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Davis Instruments 215 durable for regular marine use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its lightweight plastic construction is built for hand-held marine navigation use, offering a durable, easy-to-carry design for regular bearing-taking on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Davis Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49026457862363,"sku":"DAV-215","price":49.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/00215_01-1_3175f0fe-774b-4def-8e6e-3905a96473a2.jpg?v=1785026825","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/davis-instruments-215-illuminated-hand-bearing-compass-hand-held-marine-navigation-compass","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}