Name: Expedition Watch Band Compass Kit 2.0 - Matte
Brand: Prometheus Design Werx
SKU: titanium-watch-band-compass-nato-mn-para-dive-rated-matte
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Expedition Watch Band Compass Kit 2.0 - Matte

$26.60

Original: $76.00

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Expedition Watch Band Compass Kit 2.0 - Matte—

$76.00

$26.60

Original: $76.00

-65%

Expedition Watch Band Compass Kit 2.0 - Matte—

$76.00

$26.60

The Story

The PDW Expedition Watch Band Compass needs no batteries, no signal, and no circuit board, just the earth's magnetic field. While we can use to great effect and marvel at the products of our digital age, there is still something substantial to be respected, acknowledged and said for analog and mechanical devices. The invention and introduction of the magnetic compass transformed the known world. Unreliant on batteries or circuit boards, a magnetic compass is the directional navigation tool in its most distilled and purest form. Our design process to create this modern classic drew inspiration from similar wrist compass units as used and worn by UDTs, Combat Swimmers, Explorers and Adventurers from a different era. No less relevant today as it was yesterday, a compass that only needs the earth’s magnetic field to operate and is a tried and trued navigational device for anyone who spends time in the field.

The PDW Expedition Watch Band Compass Kit 2.0 is the lowest-profile, titanium-cased, dive-rated wrist compass available. Precision machined from aerospace 6AL-4V titanium, it fits 20–22mm NATO and Marine Nationale Para watch bands via a split-back design, and carries a 100M/300ft water resistance rating. The kit includes four silicone carriers, OD green, gray, orange, and glow-in-dark, for additional carry configurations. No batteries. No circuits. Just the earth's magnetic field.

Specifications:

Materials:

Case: 6AL-4V Titanium
Compass: Oil Filled with an Acetyl Cellulose Body

Note that oil filled compasses of any type may have tiny bubbles appear and disappear over time. This is a natural result of changes in altitude and barometric pressure in your area of use. These tiny bubbles, if they do appear, do not affect the accuracy or function of the your compass in any way.

Carrier Body: Silicone with UV Inhibitors

Approx. Dimensions:

Compass Case: 0.984" x 0.420" / 25mm x 10.67mm
Compass: 0.787" X 0.314" / 20mm X 8mm
Compass Carrier: 4.75” Long, 1.170” wide, 0.550” Tall

Approx. Weight:

0.72 Oz

Features:

Fine Matte Finish
Depth Rated to 100M/300' Water Resistance
Custom Printed Black Face Compass Dial with Luminous Glow in the Dark Markings
Fits NATO and MNPara Type Watch Bands 20mm to 22mm
Screw-Down Bezel and Tooless Change-Out of Button Compass
Easily Swap Out for Optional Thermometer

Marks:

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"Inspired by heritage equipment used by old-school commandos, PDW has modernized the wristwatch band-mounted compass of yore with distinctive, functional features...I’ve worn the titanium model extensively, paired with various watches, for fieldwork and at formal functions. This is excellent, minimalist kit. Never underestimate the importance of analog horology timekeeping and navigation equipment."
- Dr. Bryon Bass, Overland Journal Gear Guide 2019
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"Exploration essentials for the modern adventurer."
- AcquireMag.com
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"The best I've seen or used."
- Kyle D.