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One of each. I use a calculator for primary Celestial and keep a set of
tables onboard. Trick is you need to know how to use both. I would also
carry a GPS. But for tables use a set you find easy to use. You don't
really need 0.5' accuracy on a small boat. You do maintain a DR of course?
TABLES
229: are large 6 Volumes and bulky. Small type. Covers the world and all
      situations. Learning curve. $11.60(US)
249: are large 3 volumes. Designed for air navigation. Limited in
declination. The star volume is limited to 57 selected stars, never
found a need for moreEasy to use. Good type size. The binding is a
plastic ring hinge. Don't get them soaked. Easy learning curve. In 5
years of use I never needed more accuracy $11.60(US) THESE WOULD BE MY
CHOICE FOR YOU.
SHORT TABLES: I would wait until you have more knowledge and experience.
CALCULATORS
Celesticomp V: $279.00(US) My first choice.
Merlin II: If you can't find a Celesticomp $229.00(US)
HP or TI programmable calculators: You can program your own formulae or buy
a    card with navigation program. The cost/w card is about the same as a
 Celesticomp/Merlin.
I have total faith with any electronic system that I can take skindiving.
Don't forget the Nautical Almanac $16.95(US). And the usual plotting tools.
At 07:00 2/17/97 +0000, Johan Smit Wrote
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>I have sailed before, but never alone, and never had to do the
>navigation.
>Now I will be doing an ocean crossing alone, and need to decide on a
>method of celestial navigation. Calculator, tables, which tables or
>program?
>Please advise me on your experience.
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Dan Hogan
    West Covina, CA
    dhhogan@XXX.XXX

   

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