AOFAR AF-4580 Lensatic Military Compass
- Item Weight: 0.49 pounds
- Material Type: Zinc
- Warranty Description: 2 years
- Mounting Type: Tripod Mounting
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A durable metal lensatic compass with genuine sighting features and a rugged waterproof body, a solid pick for anyone who wants sturdier construction than a typical plastic baseplate compass.
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ASIN: B07DWSZMRQModel: AF-4580Category: Compasses
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Overview
A metal lensatic compass from Aofar built with a zinc die-cast body, waterproof and shakeproof sealing, and a folding sighting line with prism lens, styled after military models and sold with a carrying pouch.
The lensatic design lets you sight through the rear eyepiece and front sighting line at once, reading the bearing off the floating dial without lowering the compass, which is the main advantage over a flat baseplate design. A separate map measurer and distance calculator ships alongside it for converting map inches to ground distance. The luminous dial and arrow are meant for low light reading rather than a constant glow.
- Floating dial with 360 degree scale
- Adjustable prism lens for sighting
- Tripod connection point
- Slope chart printed on the housing
Who it's for
Suited to hikers, hunters, and land navigators who want a rugged metal compass with lensatic sighting and don't mind the added weight of a die-cast body. Ultralight backpackers counting every ounce will find lighter baseplate options.
Pros and cons
- Lensatic sighting through eyepiece and prism lens
- Zinc die-cast body is waterproof and shakeproof
- Includes a separate map measurer and distance calculator
- Carrying pouch included
- Heavier than a plastic baseplate compass
- Luminous dial needs light exposure to glow, not constant
Performance notes
The eyepiece and hinged sighting line work together so you look through the rear hole, line up the front sight on your target, and read the bearing off the dial reflected through the prism lens, all without breaking your sightline. The thermoelastic liquid capsule is formulated to keep the needle settling quickly across a wider temperature range than a standard liquid fill. The zinc die-cast housing and waterproof seal are built to survive drops and wet conditions that would fog or crack a plastic compass.
Specifications
| Brand | Aofar |
|---|---|
| Model | AF-4580 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.49 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 3.1 × 1.8 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Zinc |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Tripod Mounting |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Bag, Lanyard, Manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Additional Features | Waterproof |
| Map Scale | 1:360 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the AOFAR AF-4580 compass waterproof?
Yes, it is built waterproof and shakeproof with a thermoelastic liquid filled capsule rated for various weather conditions.
Does the AOFAR compass include a map distance tool?
Yes, it comes with a separate map measurer and distance calculator alongside the compass and pouch.
What is lensatic sighting on the AOFAR AF-4580?
It means you sight through a rear eyepiece and front aiming line while reading the bearing off the floating dial through a prism lens, without lowering the compass.