Suunto M-3 Global Compass Review

Suunto M-3 Global Compass

In the world of navigation, there are many choices.  These days people often opt for a purpose built GPS or sometimes even a smartphone. While I own these devices, I tend to leave them at home and instead bring along a simple map and compass.  Of course, there are also people who go naked, without any navigation aid, and instead rely on a well marked trail or other known landmarks to get themselves home. That's not for me either - I'm a compass guy.  Among compasses, there are several types - baseplate models and mirror models being the most popular / useful.

The M-3 Global is Suunto's top of the line baseplate compass, and the one I reach for most often.  I recently purchased a new one after my previous one got lost, forgot its own map and compass, and failed to make it home.  What follows is my thorough review.

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