Sportneer Orienteering Compass with Case
- Item Weight: 0.45 pounds
- Material Type: Metal
- Number of Items: 1
- Unit Count: 1
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A metal-bodied sighting compass with a magnifying lens and glow-in-dark dial, solid for hikers and hunters who want accurate bearings, less suited as a delicate kids' neck accessory.
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ASIN: B01MY6VVWUModel: 4333560717Category: Compasses
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Overview
Sportneer's orienteering compass pairs a metal base and cover with a rear sight lens that magnifies the dial, plus fluorescent markings that glow after light exposure. It ships with a carry strap and storage pouch for camping, hiking or scouting trips.
The rear sight lens is the feature that separates this from a basic button compass: it magnifies the dial so you can line up a landmark and read a bearing more precisely. A metal base and cover add weight but also durability against drops and rough handling. The seller notes the included neck strap may be a bit heavy for a child to wear comfortably.
- Metal base and cover built for durability
- Rear sight lens magnifies the dial for reading
- Fluorescent coating glows after light exposure
- Includes a carry strap and storage pouch
Who it's for
Hikers, hunters and scouts who want an accurate sighting compass with some heft to it. It is also marketed as a gift for kids, though the seller's own note about strap weight suggests it fits older kids and adults better than young children.
Pros and cons
- Rear sight lens magnifies the dial for more precise bearings
- Metal base and cover built for durability
- Glows in the dark after charging in light
- Includes a carry strap and storage pouch
- Neck strap may be heavy for a child, per the seller's own note
- No bubble level or prism mentioned
- Metal construction adds weight over a plastic button compass
Performance notes
Keeping the compass level lets the magnetic needle rotate freely, which is how the sighting lens delivers a clean bearing rather than a wandering one. The fluorescent coating on the north indicator and dial needs light exposure first, then glows on its own in the dark. Metal construction is rated waterproof and shock resistant for repeated outdoor use.
Specifications
| Brand | Sportneer |
|---|---|
| Model | 4333560717 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.45 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 3.3 × 2.5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Military Compass |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | NO |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Additional Features | Waterproof |
| Item Type Name | compass |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sportneer compass work in the dark?
Yes, after exposure to light the north indicator and dial markings glow in the dark.
Is this compass waterproof?
The listing describes it as waterproof and shock resistant with a durable metal base and cover.
Is it heavy to wear around the neck?
The seller notes it may be slightly heavy for children when worn on the included neck strap.