Things You'll Need:
- Navigation Manuals
- VHF Radios
- Handheld GPS Navigation System
- Navigation Tools
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Step 1
Make sure an electronic hand-bearing compass is the best choice for your sailor. Simpler, mechanical compasses don't have as many things that can break.
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Step 2
Research using the Web or check back issues of magazines such as Cruising World for evaluations of hand-bearing compasses.
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Step 3
Make sure it's waterproof.
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Step 4
Check manufacturer's specifications for accuracy. It should be + or - no more than a few degrees.
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Step 5
Look at the warranty. You want a lifetime or limited lifetime warranty.
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Step 6
Find out whether a new model was recently released and make sure your supplier sends you the latest incarnation.











