STR8 Original Compass – World’s Benchmark Compass. The Original is the benchmark compass that has changed the horizon of performance compasses forever. Winning WOC medals every year from introduction including by the great Thiery Gueorgiou and then followed by the legendary Olav Lundanes, the Str8 Original is without peer. The Str8 Original gives the traditional balance of map feel and contact through a revolutionary ergonomic design that improves overall navigation. The new V2 needle has lifted the standard even higher and is the most trusted compass for success. Str8 Innovations: Adjustable thumb angle. Offset capsule. Full view pointer with twin outside pointers. V2 low resistance needle technology. Aluminium capsule protector. Anti slip map gripper. Precision magnifier mounting points. And much more.. As chosen by Daniel Hubmann and Venla Harju Innovation by Design Adjustable thumb angle. /- 20 degrees Offset capsule, 5mm Full view main pointer, 91mm Line of sight twin outside pointers Low resistance technology needle Ergonomic design Standard thumb reach Detail in Every Element Aluminium capsule protector 5mm Ultra clear hi-strength body Precise positioning tip Two straps: Soft touch & firm feel Anti-slip map gripper Magnifier mounting points Str8 ORIGINAL Dimensions : 91mm Long. 74mm Wide Reach: 39mm Suggested Hand Size Range: Large Adult The Original is the largest of the Str8 compasses and matches the approximate plate size of many other brands. The popularity of this size is linked with the original thumb compass dating back to the 1980’s. The advantage of the long pointing line is undeniable and perhaps the reason things haven’t changed much.
