Westcott 3 1/2-Inch 360 Degree Compass Protractor, Transparent (255), Clear
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The Westcott number three. inch 360- A transparent protractor with a degree scale is ideal for use on topographic maps. The protractor is the perfect thickness and size, and it's simple to read. I use a thin black fishing line to run through the center of mine (punch two small holes, one hole 1. Thread the line through the two holes, tie a knot in the first hole, and pass the thread through the center hole) to determine the direction angle from a starting position to a destination. The distance to the destination is then calculated with a map scale using the same black line. Instead of using a baseplate compass to determine the correct direction to a destination, I prefer this method. It's accurate to within a tenth of a percent of the time. if the protractor is correctly aligned with the map's parallel north/south lines from start to finish. Simply adjust the compass to the degree determined and hike away knowing how far and in which direction you've traveled. Various mountain and hiking clubs in the United Kingdom, Austria, and Germany use this method.
I ordered this because I needed a small tool to verify angles and mark my work pieces without having to rely on larger tools that don't overlay the work as well as this one does. The plastic is stiff enough to keep its shape while also being thin enough to fit into my shirt pocket comfortably. I was perplexed when I received a dozen of these despite ordering only one. Is this how they usually arrive?.
ORIGINAL through and through This is a very helpful tool - Nobody else appears to make a full circle protractor as small as this one. However, the quality of these Westcott-made items is noticeably lower than that of the original C-. We have THRU-made items, which are made of a thinner, less stiff plastic. The printing, on the other hand, is the real issue. On one of the two protractors I received, the center is clearly off. The printing has been raised as well. It has a sour taste to it, and I'm worried that it will wear off. br>br>I suppose I should be grateful that something like this is still available. I'm sure the drafting/layout tool market isn't as strong as it once was.
This is something I picked up because I always seem to misplace my protractors. It's ideal for sighting because of its all-around shape and transparency. My only wish is for it to have a hole in the middle.
This compass appears to be simple to static/friction lock to the wall of my workspace, which was a fun unexpected feature for me. I really only needed this as a reference, so it's perfect for me!.
For the past 40 years, I've been using this product. I like the black markings, but I wish there were more colors, particularly blue, and larger sizes available. A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++.
This is an excellent addition to your land navigation equipment. It's nice and slim. It flexes but does not break. Drill a small hole in the center and thread a needle through it to project angles onto your map. a useful instrument It would be better if it were made in the United States.
I got one to use over a map to plot routes to take, and I also use it to teach Orienteering students how to use a compass.
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