Are the luminescent markers self-luminating (tritium), or do they need to be exposed to light for them to be luminous in the dark?

I believe the markers are luminous paint. There is luminosity only in the four cardinal directions on the interior of the compass, while the degree markings around the outer circumference are plain white paint. In order to be fully functional for luminous use, the compass would need luminous markers on the cardinal points and also on the degree markers. This would make such a compass very expensive indeed. There may be a small amount of tritium dust embedded in the paint but these are not solid tritium markers such as you would find on high grade rifle sights. The markers glow very faintly but you can enhance the glow by shining a bright light onto the markers for several seconds. If the compass fits your watchband, it will be functional but don't expect military grade performance. In pitch dark, you will need to acquire a ray of light from somewhere in order to use this compass. Moonlight should be sufficient to allow use of the compass but not sufficient to charge the luminous markers.

What os (one size) means? does it mean it can work in northern and southern hemisphere?

The clipper model # SS004102011 is for the Northern hemisphere The clipper Model # SS004102012 is for the Southern hemisphere OS means Ordnance Survey as already explained

This can be used for diving? I don't see a depth resistance rating on it's description. Thanks.

Mine has survived 15+ dives between 40 and 80 ft and works great clipped to the lower strap of my wrist-mounted computer just above where it meets the buckle. I don't expect any problems with zero air visible inside.

is this model made in China

The Suunto Clippers that I received were manufactured in Finland. One of the two reasons I purchased them (1 - Suunto reputation, 2- made in Finland)

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S**.

Comes in professional packaging. Yet to use but seems fabulous

23.07.2022

N**S

Happy with my purchase :)

27.04.2024

T**M

Kompas po jakimś czasie się odkleja od obudowy. Miałem dwa i dwa razy to samo 🤪

21.09.2024

M**I

I had so many compasses by now, I stopped counting. Yes, I never go outdoors without one. Yes, I rarely use them. So why do I always carry one - learned the hard way. Many years ago I got so lost among rolling hills deep in a Canadian forrest that if I did not have my latest Silva with me (which I put in the poket as a joke) I would likely not be writing this now. With this purchase I got the Sun Company MiniComp II and the SUUNTO Clipper Compass. Why? A momentary lapse of reason. They look so cute and the price allowed me to satisfy my curiosity I love them both, so I will keep them. Quality is top! Both are liquid filled (important). Can they be used for actual navigation - absolutely! They look like toys but are not. They are accurate and have everything needed to navigate. I am fluent in operating a compass and the tiny size is, in my case, an advantage. If you never operated a compass these might confuse you (depends). I do like the Sun a bit better. The bezel is easier to rotate. The longer base makes it very intuitive to use, like a Compass Bonsai :) I really love the free floating design. There is no needle to bang against on long hikes or motorcycle rides. It is a serious tool that takes itself not too seriously. The SUUNTO is very nice too! But the bezel is unnecessarily tight. The lack of “body” makes it a bit less intuitive. However it can be clipped to a wrist band, where the Sun cannot do this. It is a serious tool that takes itself too seriously. Yes, there is a needle, but it is in liquid, so from a functional and longevity stand point - needle or free floating - we are splitting hairs here. So - bottom line, I can now carry both discretely, have fun, and the kids will not roll their eyes … Ah … the compass … again :)

15.11.2025

E**9

Pour les balades . S y retrver ds une forêt ou une ville inconnue . Petite boussole a mettre sur un bracelet de montre pas trop épais ou bord de Rabat de sac a dos. C est la meilleure en précision réactivité usage. Pas trop épaisse . Bien lumineuse ds la nuit. Existe en deux coloris. 8/10 euros serait un prix plus juste que les 15 euros

17.12.2020

ASIN	B000BSDU4Y
Batteries Included?	No
Best Sellers Rank	#15,908 in Sporting Goods ( See Top 100 in Sporting Goods ) #30 in Compasses
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (4,435)
Date First Available	11 February 2014
Department	unisex-adult
Features	Portable
Global Trade Identification Number	00045235900367, 06417084041029
Included Components	compass
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item model number	SS004102011
Length	8 inches
Manufacturer	Suunto
Map scale	1:50,000
Material Type	Composite
Mounting type	Clip Mount
Number of Items	1
Product Dimensions	3.63 x 4.93 x 5.54 cm; 5 g
Size	Clipper
Sport	Sporting Goods
Style	Clipper Nothern Hemisphere Needle
UPC	097914398958 045235900367 045235510351 799916932153
Weight	0.62 Pounds

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