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Ritchie YB-500 Steel Boat Compass

Our most popular yoke-mounted steel-boat compass for commercial vessels, Features a large 5" dial with a choice of 2 Degree, 2 Degree with Points or 5 Degree graduations. Hardened Steel Pivot and Sapphire Jewel Movement for smooth rotation. Built-in compensators as well as large quadrantal spheres for inter-cardinal compensation. Choice of 12, 24, or 32 Volt Night Lighting. 90 Degree Lubber Lines for Easy Reading. 100% Repairable. Exclusive 5-Year Ritchie Warranty Approx. Shipping Weight: 24 lbs


YB-500Regular price: $1,290.00Sale price: $799.00Dial:  Lighting: 

5" Dial Choices5" Dial ChoicesChoose 5 degree, 2 degree with points or 2 degree graduations.

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