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.
1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.009.00 is a heavy-duty Riviera BW2 marine compass with a large 5" dial and 5° graduation, equipped with a removable rose system. Designed for commercial, institutional, or long-range cruising vessels, this model features 24V lighting and removable internal components for service and calibration access. It is ideal for wheelhouses or protected console installations where accuracy and maintainability are key.
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$ 678,50
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.009.01 is a Riviera 5" commercial-grade marine compass with a 2° graduation card and removable rose, purpose-built for mercantile marine and fishing vessels. Featuring 24V lighting and high-resolution scale, it offers precise heading control and ease of maintenance, making it ideal for demanding workboats and regulated marine operations.
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$ 1.234,27
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.010.00 is a Riviera BW2/AV marine compass designed for high-speed boats operating at speeds above 25 knots. Featuring a 5" rose with 5° graduations and 24V lighting, it provides excellent heading stability and visibility under dynamic motion conditions. Its rugged build and high-speed damping make it ideal for patrol vessels, fast workboats, and offshore support boats.
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$ 738,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.030.00 is a Riviera BW4 5" marine compass specifically developed for sailboats equipped with low-profile sun hoods or bollards. It features a large 5" card with 5° graduations for optimal readability and precise heading control. Fitted with 24V lighting, this model ensures full visibility at night and is suitable for cockpit pedestal installations on cruising or racing yachts.
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$ 678,50
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.011.00 is a Riviera BW1 5" flush-mount marine compass designed for helm stations requiring a clean, integrated look. Featuring a 5° graduated dial and 24V internal lighting, it is suitable for both sailboats and powerboats. Its recess-fit design ensures low profile visibility and protection from external elements, ideal for consoles or dashboard panels.
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$ 554
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.011.01 is a Riviera 5" commercial-grade compass with a 2° graduated card, specifically designed for merchant marine and fishing vessels. Its recess-fit design enables flush installation into navigation consoles, while the integrated 24V lighting system ensures clear readability in all conditions. The high-resolution 2° dial supports precise course correction and long-range navigation, essential in professional maritime operations.
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$ 1.078,12
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.012.00 is a Riviera BW1/AV compass designed for high-speed boats exceeding 25 knots. With a 5" rose featuring 5° graduations, fast-response damping, and 24V internal lighting, it offers stable and readable navigation data even in extreme speed and wave conditions. Its recess-fit construction ensures a flush, low-profile installation in control panels or helm stations on performance boats, RIBs, and fast patrol vessels.
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$ 622
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.029.00 is a Riviera BW3 5" marine compass optimized for sailboats with low sun hoods or bollard-mounted helms. Featuring a 5° graduation scale and 24V lighting, it offers high readability, minimal glare, and protected recess-fit mounting. Designed to fit into cockpit pedestals or flat helm panels, it ensures excellent visibility even in tight, shaded cockpit environments.
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$ 552,60
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.013.00 is a Riviera BZ1 3" marine compass with a flat rose, designed for general-purpose marine navigation on small sailboats and motorboats. Featuring a black housing and black dial, this model is equipped with 12V lighting for night use and provides stable, accurate readings in compact helm configurations. Ideal for dashboard or binnacle mounting where space is limited.
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$ 247,37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.00 is a Riviera BZ1/AV compact 3" marine compass, engineered for high-speed vessels. Featuring a flat rose, black housing and card, 12V lighting, and fast-response damping, it's designed for boats operating above 25 knots. Ideal for RIBs, fast cruisers, or coastal patrol boats where space is limited and heading stability is critical at speed.
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$ 270,49
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.10 is a Riviera BZ1/AVG 3" marine compass engineered for high-speed boats exceeding 25 knots. This model features a distinctive blue flat rose, grey body, and high-speed damping for enhanced stability during rapid maneuvers. Designed for modern helm aesthetics, it includes 12V lighting for night navigation and compact mounting for space-constrained consoles.
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$ 270,44
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.20 is a Riviera BZ1/AVB 3" marine compass built for high-speed boats and RIBs exceeding 25 knots. Featuring a blue flat rose, white housing, and 12V LED lighting, it combines high visibility with a modern aesthetic. High-speed damping ensures steady readings at speed, while its compact format suits tight helm spaces on fast recreational or patrol vessels.
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$ 270,51
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.015.10 is a Riviera BH1/AV 3" high-speed marine compass, designed for vessels operating at over 25 knots. With a black body, front-reading black rose, and high-speed damping, it is ideal for vertical or bracket-mounted installations on fast RIBs, tenders, and coastal patrol boats. Equipped with 12V LED lighting, it delivers clear and stable heading information in both day and night conditions.
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$ 278,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.015.20 is a Riviera BH1/AVB 3" high-speed marine compass engineered for vertical installation on boats operating above 25 knots. Its blue front-reading rose, white housing, and high-speed damping system ensure optimal visibility and precision at speed. Integrated 12V LED lighting makes it fully functional for both day and night operation, ideal for RIBs, sports boats, and fast tenders.
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$ 278,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.19 is a Riviera AV 3" marine compass designed for both low-speed cruising and high-speed operations (25+ knots). With a front-reading black rose, black body, and 12V lighting, this model suits a wide range of vessels, from traditional sailboats to fast RIBs. Its hybrid damping system offers reliable heading stability under calm or dynamic conditions, making it a versatile option for mixed-speed applications.
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$ 317,82
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.21 is a Riviera AV 3" marine compass designed for boats that operate across both low and high-speed ranges (up to and over 25 knots). With a front-reading blue rose, white body, and 12V lighting, it’s ideal for vertical helm panels on RIBs, sport boats, or center consoles where visibility and compactness are essential. Its hybrid damping system ensures consistent heading performance in all speed conditions.
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$ 317,82
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.25 is a Riviera AV 3" marine compass built for universal speed applications, combining high-speed damping with flat-rose visibility. Featuring a black body, black flat dial, and 12V lighting, it’s designed for installations on horizontal or inclined surfaces where glare-free overhead viewing is preferred. Its hybrid performance makes it equally suited for cruising and high-speed vessels.
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$ 324,18
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.26 is a Riviera AV 3" marine compass with a blue flat rose, designed for horizontal installations on both low-speed and high-speed boats (25+ knots). Its grey body provides reduced heat absorption and glare, while the blue card improves readability under bright daylight. With a compact profile and 12V lighting, this model fits modern cockpits and console boats operating in diverse conditions.
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$ 324,18
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.27 is a Riviera AV 3" marine compass with a flat blue dial, white housing, and a hybrid damping system suitable for both low-speed cruising and high-speed operation (25+ knots). Its horizontal mounting profile, paired with 12V lighting and sunlight-optimized readability, makes it ideal for RIBs, center consoles, and open cockpits.
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$ 324,18
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 25.014.30 is part of the Zenith SLIM series, featuring a compact 3" front-reading compass with a black body and black card. Designed for installations with space constraints, it delivers accurate heading indication in a smaller footprint. With 12V lighting and a front rose, it's ideal for vertical consoles or bulkhead-mounted helms on fast or recreational boats.
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$ 270,44
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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.