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 Posted: Sat Oct 16th, 2010 09:54 am
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BobtheCat wrote: Where would I look for the NATO bands, do they make them in 5 ring.

Found them, the extreem seems to be the 5 ring ZULU.

anyone know where I can find a 24mm wrist compass.   

I'm out of here today and going home to a bunch of Benarus watches, I can't wait.



You can visit http://www.gnomonwatches.com or http://www.westcoastime.com. I think the Natos come in simple hardware and have just the traditional rings. For 24mm compasses, try http://www.cabela.com or any large outdoor shop. I know some military surplus stores carry olive drab watchband compasses similar to the old and vintage "L" shaped torches/flashlights. My compasses are only in black and just fit 22mm bands/straps.

For your line of work, however, I'm not sure the rather flimsy rubber sleeves at the back of the compass can take all that punishment. But if your camo sleeves cover the watch and compass, I guess they'd both get some protection.

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