The photo and "color" or model don't seem to match. the "nh metric" shows miles and inches in the photo. is this correct? i want the mile/inch version

Welcome to the murky world of sizing up compasses. I had trouble shopping too. The photo doesn't match my 30L, and there's no metric scale. On the left is inches. On the top is miles in 1:50,000 scale. On the right is miles in 1:24,000 scale. I like my compass and would recommend it. Hope this helps.

Can you get rid of the silly (i.e. breakable) lanyard snap clip and tie the lanyard (or a piece of paracord) directly to the compass?

I have the snap clip on mine and it will take a lot of pull to get the clip to release. This is a safety feature and I would not disconnect it. Either that or use a cord that will break if an accident does happen. Your life is worth more than a thirty dollar compass.

Does it come with basic instructions?

It comes with more than just basic instructions, there is a complete User Guide.

Is the compass for northern or southern hemisphere ?

The one that I bought is for the northern hemisphere.

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A-30 Compass: Compact, hiking compass with luminous markings in low light

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Brand
SUUNTO
Item Weight
0.07 kg
Material
Acrylic
Product Dimensions
4.49"L x
Special Feature
Portable

🌙Luminous markings for low light navigation

🔍Magnifying lens on transparent baseplate

🧭High-grade steel needle with jewel bearing

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🧭 Navigate Boldly, Explore Fearlessly!

GLOW WHEN IT COUNTS - Luminous markings let you navigate confidently even in fading light or night conditions.
MAP READY MAGNIFICATION - Integrated magnifying lens makes reading maps effortless and precise.
ADVENTURE PROOF DURABILITY - Crafted in Finland with ultra-durable materials—no batteries needed, just pure reliability.
PRECISION NAVIGATION ALWAYS - High-grade steel needle with jewel bearing ensures pinpoint accuracy on every adventure.
BUILT FOR THE NORTHERN EXPLORER - Balanced specifically for northern hemisphere use with fixed declination and metric scales.

The SUUNTO A-30 Compass is a compact, precision-engineered hiking compass featuring a high-grade steel needle with jewel bearing, luminous markings for low-light use, and a magnifying lens on a transparent baseplate. Designed for northern hemisphere navigation with fixed declination and metric scales, it offers durable, battery-free reliability crafted in Finland, perfect for hiking, trekking, and outdoor adventures.

Specifications

ASIN	B000JL2CAG
Additional Features	Portable, Handheld
Best Sellers Rank	#18,536 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #19 in Compasses (Sports & Outdoors)
Brand Name	SUUNTO
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,490)
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	10 years
Global Trade Identification Number	00045235400690, 06417084120038
Included Components	Compass
Item Dimensions L x W	4.49"L x 2.24"W
Item Type Name	SUUNTO A-30 NH METRIC COMPASS
Item Weight	0.07 kg
Manufacturer	Suunto
Manufacturer Part Number	6417084120083
Map Scale	1:114,000
Material Type	Acrylic, Plastic
Model Number	SS012095013
Mounting Type	Tabletop Mount
Number of Items	1
UPC	045235400690
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	2 years

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