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Re: Binnacle
From: Bill Ritchie
Date: 2025 Mar 18, 15:44 -0700
From: Bill Ritchie
Date: 2025 Mar 18, 15:44 -0700
Hi Colin,
We have had a Sestrel compass like this one on eBay for over 25 years. Was second hand then, with compensators missing, so can't comment on that part. On a 78' Brixham heritage sailing trawler, so not a metal boat, but much steel nearby in helm gear and mizzen fittings. Maximum deviation 3°.
Regards,
Bill Ritchie. (No connection with Ritchie Navigation)