A-10 NH Compass

Suunto A-10 NH Compass – Minimalist Navigation for Trail and Terrain

Simple, Rugged, and Exceptionally Stable

The Suunto A-10 NH is a minimalist baseplate compass built for hikers, scouts, and outdoor professionals who demand fast, reliable navigation. Designed for ease of use, the A-10 delivers quick orientation, precise readings, and exceptional needle stability—making it ideal for map-and-compass work in the backcountry.

Designed for the Outdoors

Balanced for the northern hemisphere, the A-10 NH features a high-grade steel needle with a jewel bearing and a specialized damping fluid for smooth, consistent operation across a wide temperature range. Dual red-printed metric and imperial scales make it easy to calculate distances on topographic maps, while the fixed declination scale ensures accurate alignment in the field.

Handcrafted in Finland using 100% renewable energy, the A-10 is backed by Suunto’s limited lifetime warranty and includes a detachable snap-lock lanyard for secure handling during navigation.

Why Choose This Product

• Exceptionally stable & fast needle with jewel bearing

• Liquid-filled capsule ensures smooth performance in extreme temperatures

• Fixed declination correction scale for accurate alignment

• Dual scales: metric (cm) and imperial (inches) with distance helpers

• Detachable snap-lock lanyard for quick map work

• Rugged, no-battery-required design for total reliability

• Made in Finland with renewable energy

• Backed by Suunto’s limited lifetime warranty

• NATO Stock Numbers (NSN): 6605-20-003-4094 / 6605-66-155-3798

Specifications

• Measurements: 56 x 104 x 10 mm (2.2 x 4.09 x 0.39")

• Weight: 30 g (1.06 oz)

• Bezel Material: Plastic

• Operating Temp Range: -30°C to +60°C / -22°F to +140°F

• Water Resistance: Insensitive to water pressure

• Accuracy: ±2.5°

• Resolution: 2°

• Direction Scale: Degrees

• Attachment: Lanyard with quick-release

Include this compass in your go-bag, daypack, or glovebox. It’s also a recommended component for navigation in the LYNX TrailGuard and Go-Bag systems for those who demand dependable orientation tools in uncertain terrain.