A boat compass is an essential piece of navigation equipment designed to help boaters accurately determine direction while on the water. They are crafted for reliability, featuring a clear needle and a lubber line for fast, precise readings. Whether flush mount or digital, these compasses are ideal for steering and chart plotting. They are built to suit the needs of both casual boaters and seasoned sailors, ensuring accurate movement tracking over many years in any nautical environment.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.02 features the Riviera BA2 Vega Artica marine compass with a compact 2¾" card, mounted on an adjustable bracket base for easy positioning. Ideal for small boats, it includes internal semi-gimbals, 12V night lighting, built-in deviation compensation, and a white-graduated 5° dial. Its anti-glare screen and robust black housing ensure clarity and durability in a wide range of marine environments.
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$ 207,75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.03 features the Riviera BA3 Vega Artica compass in a compact binnacle housing with a 2¾" card and black body. Designed for surface mounting, this model includes internal semi-gimbals, built-in deviation compensation, a 5° white-graduated card, and 12V night lighting. Its anti-glare screen ensures clear readability, making it a reliable and professional-grade navigation instrument for small vessels and open consoles.
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$ 207,75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.11 features the Riviera BA1 Vega Artica flush-mount compass with a 2¾" blue card and grey housing. Compact and reliable, it includes internal semi-gimbals for card stability, built-in magnetic deviation compensators, and 12V lighting for night use. Its anti-glare screen ensures excellent visibility in all conditions, making it ideal for tenders, open boats, and minimal console installations.
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$ 201,22
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.12 is a bracket-mounted Riviera BA2 Vega Artica compass with a 2¾" blue card and grey housing, ideal for surface installation on dashboards or vertical consoles. This compact model includes internal semi-gimbals, deviation compensators, anti-glare screen, and 12V lighting for night use. It’s a dependable solution for tenders, center consoles, and small sailboats requiring precision in a stylish, compact format.
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$ 207,75
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Riviera BA3 Vega Artica 2" 3/4 Binnacle Marine Compass Grey Body with Blue Dial - Osculati 25.005.13
1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.13 is the Riviera BA3 Vega Artica binnacle-mounted compass, featuring a 2¾" blue card with 5° white graduations and housed in a refined grey body. Designed for surface installation, it includes internal semi-gimbals, magnetic deviation compensation, anti-glare protection, and 12V night lighting. This compact and stylish model is ideal for small craft, RIBs, or center consoles requiring accurate navigation in a classic binnacle format.
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$ 169,39
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.21 introduces the Riviera Artica Slim – a compact 2¾" marine compass with a flat black dial and streamlined black housing. Featuring reduced installation depth and footprint compared to standard models, this 12V-lit compass is ideal for helm stations with limited space. The flat card ensures easy reading from various angles, making it perfect for tenders, RIBs, and open deck consoles.
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$ 201,22
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.23 is part of the Riviera Artica Slim series, offering a compact 2¾" flat-dial compass in a sleek white body. Engineered for installations where space is limited, this compass features a black flat rose, integrated 12V night lighting, and a low-profile housing—ideal for tenders, RIBs, center consoles, and modern minimalist boat designs.
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$ 201,22
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.31 is part of the Riviera Artica Slim series, featuring a compact 2¾" marine compass with a front-view dial (vertical rose), ideal for direct line-of-sight installations. Its black housing and black card with white graduations ensure clear readings, while 12V lighting supports reliable navigation at night. The ultra-compact format makes it ideal for RIBs, tenders, and tight helm spaces.
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$ 215,63
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.005.33 is a Riviera Artica Slim series marine compass featuring a 2¾" front-reading dial (front rose) and a sleek white body. Designed for compact dashboards and direct viewing angles, it combines 12V lighting, space-saving housing, and a black vertical dial with high-contrast graduations. This model is ideal for small crafts, RIBs, and consoles with limited installation depth.
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$ 215,63
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.006.01 features the Riviera Comet 2" marine compass, designed for compact flat surface mounting. With a grey housing and front-view card, it includes a 5° graduated vertical rose for frontal reading, an anti-glare shield for daytime clarity, and a pivoted needle for smooth and stable card movement. It’s the ideal compass for small boats, kayaks, tenders, or jet skis.
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$ 56,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.006.02 is a compact 2" Riviera Comet marine compass designed for flat surface mounting. Featuring a black housing and front-reading vertical card, this model includes a 5° graduated rose, anti-glare protection, and a pivoted needle for smooth movement. Perfect for jet skis, tenders, kayaks, and minimalist dashboards where reliable navigation is required in a compact form.
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$ 56,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.006.03 is a bracket-mounted version of the Riviera Comet 2" marine compass, featuring a grey housing and a front-reading vertical rose. Designed for both flat surface and wall mounting, it includes a 5° graduated dial, anti-glare screen, and a needle pivot system for stable readings. Ideal for kayaks, RIBs, and open cockpit vessels with flexible installation requirements.
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$ 58,18
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.006.04 is a black-bodied bracket-mounted version of the Riviera Comet 2" marine compass. Designed for both flat surfaces and vertical walls, it features a front-reading vertical rose with 5° graduations, a needle pivot system for stable readings, and an anti-glare shield for clear daylight visibility. Compact and rugged, it's an excellent choice for RIBs, jet skis, kayaks, and small control panels.
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$ 58,18
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.007.00 is a Riviera Zenit BZ2 marine compass featuring a 3" flat rose and black housing, designed for accurate and steady readings in normal-speed navigation. This model offers both 12V standard and LED night lighting, ensuring excellent visibility under all conditions. Ideal for mid-size sailing or motor vessels, it delivers professional-grade reliability in a compact and robust design.
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$ 251,76
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.008.00 is a high-speed version of the Riviera Zenit BZ2/AV compass, engineered for fast navigation conditions. It features a 3" flat dial (flat rose) in a durable black housing, with dual 12V lighting (standard + LED) for enhanced visibility. Designed to remain stable at high speeds, this compass is ideal for fast powerboats, RIBs, and patrol craft requiring responsive and precise heading control.
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$ 278,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.008.10 is a Riviera Zenit BZ2/AVG marine compass, purpose-built for high-speed navigation with a distinctive blue flat dial and grey housing. Equipped with standard 12V lighting (no LED), this model offers exceptional heading stability at speed, making it ideal for fast powerboats and rigid inflatables. Its 3" flat rose ensures precise, readable navigation under demanding conditions.
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$ 278,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.008.20 is a high-speed Riviera Zenit BZ2/AVB marine compass featuring a 3" flat blue rose and white housing. Designed for rapid navigation conditions, it includes both LED and standard 12V lighting to ensure optimal visibility in any lighting environment. Its fast-response card is ideal for high-performance powerboats and RIBs, offering precision, clarity, and stylish contrast.
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$ 278,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.015.05 is part of the Riviera Zenit BH2 line, offering a 3" front-reading compass for precise heading alignment. With a black vertical dial (front rose), black housing, and both LED and standard 12V lighting, this model is designed for standard navigation speeds. It is ideal for medium-sized sailing and motor vessels where direct-line visibility and clarity are essential.
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$ 256,21
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.015.06 is a Riviera Zenit BH2/AV high-speed marine compass with a 3" front-reading dial, optimized for fast navigation scenarios. It features a black body, black vertical rose (front dial), and dual lighting support (12V LED and incandescent). Designed for rapid heading stabilization, it is ideal for high-speed vessels requiring direct frontal readability and full night-time navigation functionality.
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$ 282,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.015.08 is a Riviera Zenit BH2/AVB marine compass with a 3" front-reading dial (front rose), engineered for high-speed navigation. It combines a blue vertical rose for sharp contrast, a white body for clean helm aesthetics, and dual 12V lighting (LED + standard) for consistent performance in all lighting conditions. Designed for fast RIBs, cruisers, and high-performance vessels.
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$ 282,93
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How does a flush mount compass differ from other mounting styles for boats?
A flush mount compass differs from other mounting styles by being installed directly into the boat's dashboard or surface, providing a clean, streamlined look. This design helps reduce obstructions and is particularly useful in outdoor marine conditions, where durability and visibility are essential. Steering compasses like these are popular for their ease of use and seamless integration, especially in high-traffic areas on boats.
How can a marine compass be integrated into an electronic navigation system?
A Marine Compass can be integrated into an electronic navigation system by using it as a reliable backup for electronic plotters and GPS, providing a consistent reading of the boat's direction. Various brands offer models that work alongside digital systems, allowing the helmsman to easily compare compass readings with electronic data for improved accuracy. The compass requires no external power and can serve as an essential tool when navigating in areas like the Atlantic, where electronic systems may occasionally fail.
What maintenance or service may be required for a boat compass in different nautical conditions?
Maintenance for a boat compass in different nautical conditions may involve regular checks for air bubbles or leaks in the compass fluid, which can affect accuracy. It's also important to ensure the compass is free of dirt or debris, especially after exposure to saltwater. Regular calibration and adjustments may be required to maintain precise readings, and our online shop can provide the necessary tools or replacement parts for upkeep.