Nexus Compass

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NexusCompass250A very stable compass with a memory ring to help you maintain your course, the Model 85 Regatta is suitable for both power and sail vessels. Flush mounted with a flat bottom plate, this compass maintains a small footprint and eliminates the needs for large cutout holes when mounting.

While typically mounted in a powerboat on top of an instrument panel, a common sailing installation is to have two Model 85 Regatta compasses, one mounted at each rail. 3-1/3” Transparent card. Highly-magnified scales. Two orange 45º lubber lines. External, graduated memory ring; no night lighting.

Features include:

  • 4.8"x4.8"x2.8"
  • 12 oz.
  • 5° graduations
  • Direct reading disk
  • Dash/surface mount

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