How to Navigate with a Watch Band Compass

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

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[@LOVES-A1911]

I watched it as a refresher since it's been almost 30 years when I last used a compass. A thumbs up and a comment for the algorithm.

[@Imagineitwrite123]

A cheap button compass saved my butt once and ill never forget it. So when i saw this product sold by a company I respect and have had an excellent experience with. I jumped on it. Ive been many a product from Black Scout Survival and have not once been disappointed, not once.

[@chipmunk9911]

You are such a good teacher. You make things so simple, even I could understand it. Thank you so much. God bless you and your family.

[@jamesgroves5294]

Amen🙏🏿🇺🇸

[@delta3two]

It is not exact like a lensatic compass. But, it will help in general direction necessity. I wore one for years. Changed watches and bands. Need to secure another. I like the little device.

[@OnTheRiver66]

Great video! When I first started scuba diving I found that swimming under water I and my buddy would not be able to go in a straight line. You usually couldn’t see very far, and when we would surface we would be way off course. Coming back was just as bad, we would surface and found we were way off course. This required more swimming than needed. I quickly learned to use my wrist compass to stay on course, just like you used your button compass. I would set the “lubber lines” around the north needle and check periodically to make sure we were on course. We could surface where we wanted, and coming back we just kept 180 degrees from direction out, and got right back to our entry point. Saved a lot of swimming and air. Very simple to do, and in the woods it can save your life. Daniel Boon is supposed to have said he had never gotten lost in the woods but he had been bewildered for a few days.

[@psychoholicslag4801]

Been carrying a small compass and lighter for 30 years. Always useful.

[@REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

I can't stress enough how important showing these videos. So many get lost and there not even far from the trail they left off of. So many so called hard core hikers still don't even have one on them if and when there found. Some rangers in some national forest even say there something about a area that messed with a compass. So checking before you go off the trail could be life saving maybe as well. I watch a lot about the missing 411 cases and they'll blow your mind on how some just disappear.

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

No doubt bro

[@jamesgroves5294]

Novice or experienced, this is a damn good video! I have been an outdoorsman for decades, but I did not know how to do the compass, map technique. I dig this channel. Thanks Brother!🙏🏿🇺🇸🙏🏿🇺🇸

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

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[@toddgibson9861]

Nice wrist compass, sharp looking...!! I'm still using the suunto clipper on my wrist band these days. Hard to break an old habit...

[@CadreOps]

👍👍 Learned orienteering back in Fort Knox, when it was still the Home of Cavalry & Armor. One of best courses we ever had. Night navigation to this day, is my favorite memory of training. It's a scouts bread and butter.

[@misshazel271]

I have just now gotten my notice for this video. My phone gave me what time and I thought that I would catch you on time. Nope, 4 hours late. Thank you for all of your help and tips. It does give me a lot of ideas. Have a great evening.

[@ajaxracing]

Something to consider is those little compass can be affected by metal objects like a car or building I have a few that are accurate but I always try and keep a natural bearing using say the sun or a mountain or horizon to compare the compass to

[@donaldsteele6276]

I love the great out doors i intentionally hike 2 weeks into the Idaho wilderness with my extreme weather goose down army bag and ruck pack . And get lost on purpose and just kill what I eat and find my own water and purify it and even have built a shelter for shits and giggles . I hope all people learn to do that .

[@markbecker71]

I was caught in a sudden snowstorm while hunting, one time, 100 yards from the main trail , and walked in circles ,never thought it could happen to me.

[@m118lr]

SAME happened to me when I went in the National Forest off our property in NW Montana. It HAD snowed a lot previously and had about 2’ on the ground when I went in @12:30-1:00p..a bright sunny afternoon. I ‘broke trail’ from a KNOWN area and went deeper..NO COMPASS. As I got into more and more unfamiliar territory, with light fading, I came across a set of tracks, THEN another set..mine. The canopy of trees were indistinct, and I had NO way of knowing which way was which..I was lost. BIG time. I’d now been out for about 4 hours, run across MY tracks twice. With low light, a dull gray sky and now starting to snow..I PICKED a direction and from about every 30-50 yards I literally picked trees or a certain landmark to follow..just connecting the dots so to speak if only to keep a straight line. I was as nervous or worried as I’ve ever been and literally, probably only about a mile or mile and a half from our place as a crow flies. There was no break in the canopy and I KNEW there was a decent-sized lake (although fairly dry) SOMEWHERE in the vicinity. Fortunately, by a stroke of luck I found my way to the opposite side of the lake in which I went in. Just “lucky” really. I could’ve easily headed MORE West instead of the SE that I actually needed and hit on that got me back to the lake. Man, did I learn a lesson THAT day. Tired, thirsty and what started out as a deer hunt behind our place (an area I hunted EVERY year for 10 years plus) ended up being a ‘mini-survival’ adventure..one I wouldn’t want to repeat.

[@dasgespenst979]

I carry a sharpie in my bag to mark rocks if I need to. Something as simple as breaking a branch and leaving it hanging works to mark as well.

[@lholl6092]

Thanks. That was very helpful to me since I have never used a compass.

[@savage22bolt32]

L Holl, it's fun to put a map & compass together, plot a course & follow it. Stay in a familiar area if you try this!

[@ogk9com]

Thanks brother! My kids think it's cooler because you explain it 😆

[@justinreillyhyers3134]

Thank you so much for this video I learned so much. I'm getting ready to go on my first backpacking trip with a bunch of my buddies this helped me out so much.

[@markmassie3719]

Last time I used a compass I was just a pup thanks for the refresher course black scout. Much needed much appreciated

[@jamesbonanno3359]

An important aspect to know about this type of compass is that the compass on the wrist close to the watch will have a different reading than when you pull it off and away from the materials utilized in your particular wrist watch many times I will take the small Compass off because it is much more accurate.

[@ryanclay959]

I have spent a lot of time in the forest hiking, camping, traveling, in my past. I have had a small liquid filled compass in my pocket along with a few other things for several years now, all just in case

[@jray4131]

I learned how to use a compass when I was in the Boy Scouts. Other than looking at one out of curiosity I can’t recall a time I’ve actually used one for land nav. I also learned how to use my watch as a compass during daylight hours. This would be another good tool to have in the ol knoggin.

[@savage22bolt32]

J Ray, The only thing I remember from Boy Scouts is how to tie a bowline & clove hitch, (and freezing on winter campouts). Recently I started learning orienteering with a local map & a compass. As a retired guy, it's great exercise for the body & brain.

[@OneAmericanWriter]

Thank you now I would know how to practice which I would have to do for this to sink in - it seems so abstract. Directionally challenged!

[@RodlessReel]

YES it is so easy to get lost in the woods, great product! ! ! ! !

[@adamedwards2261]

I’ve worn a wrist compass for 25 years now. I’d feel naked without it. I’ve been using the suunto clipper compass for 7 yrs now and I love it. I need to add the BSS to my collection.

[@michaelj8793]

How about a short on using just an analog watch to establish north or south in the northern hemisphere and vise versa for the southern hemisphere in case a button compass is damaged or nonexistent it's what I learned many years ago but yes I will be ordering one each of your quality compasses Definitely best quality I've seen ever and love the fact you can replace the lens Excellent idea a invaluable tool in navigation Thank You Sir for another fantastic product there is no equal 👍

[@lunabeta3516]

I commented on another channel I never learned to use a compass. All Day Every Day Preparedness sent me to this channel. Thank you for this video

[@Imafed42069]

I always dreaded land nav when I was serving but now that I’ve been out 6 years I miss it along with everything else

[@oswaldorivaroli5680]

Thanks Bro for your tips! Big up from Nothern Italy.

[@danreger8924]

I bought mine from you and love it. Thank you for the info!

[@SquamanE-4]

Topography is important for where terrain mountains and hills are located I got mine at the ranger station

[@HailNjord]

You can also use a watch not set to daylight savings time as a compass too. By using the hands and sun you can find South and plot your heading from that. Though a button compass is faster and works at night time 😉.

[@randycromer1060]

Good video...Ive used a compass A good bit when hunting areas I was unfamiliar with...

[@genepeak6250]

Where can I buy that snow camo shirt/pant set? I would really like to buy that...thank you

[@Warhawk76]

As my trainer always used to say: common sense is not common. Glad you are sharing this

[@Letallwhowould]

Good vid. I bought the suunto global compass you showed in an earlier vid. Works great.

[@dtna]

I think that anyone who goes hiking should learn basic navigation. I learned orientation in the Boy Scouts fifty years ago.

[@ripcurlreadiness8777]

Great video!! Love sharing these informative videos and shorts with others. 👍🏽🙂

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

One of the most annoying things that I experience is walking around a large departmental store and coming out of the wrong exit only to find I’m parked on the opposite side. That problem has been solved with my watch compass!

[@funtime77777]

All that and watch the sunrise and set.. if you’re out for days. 👍🏼

[@joeylandry4933]

Great video, a map is a must have for your backpack, they are available for anywhere you want to go and weigh nothing.

[@DirtDigglerDetecting]

One of the most important things to know when going in the Woods. Great Video :) An nice refresh on the info. THanks

[@SquamanE-4]

Compass training is important and night time movements also

[@scipioafricanus4875]

I have never been a big fan of the button compass the cheap ones develop bubbles and become useless yours is high quality

[@GaryGiffin]

Thank you for this instructional video. I would love to buy one of these watch band compass when are they back in stock?

[@agntoflife]

good job and thanks for the content. As i am new to using a compass this helped alot

[@WARBIRD13]

I see you rocking the RUCKER 3! Semper Fi GRT Jack!

[@brianlowder440]

Would a EMP take out flash light and small electronics like that?

[@travisrail1801]

Always strapped. Keep up the awesome videos

[@jhandal311]

We need a brass version of those compasses man !

[@booshwaa2]

I bought a suunto clipper and it popped off and lost it after 2 days of wearing it at work 😡. I would like to try this one. looks like a solid build. Does anyone know what button compass this thing uses?

[@marialeibrandt5270]

Good Stuff! Ur button compass was one of ur first pieces of gear I got w/ a couple shirts awhile back... 😎💯👍 U have great quality gear & me, my hubby & so all have ur bss4 flashlight w/ that awesome kick ass crazy cool bezel -it is one of my fave pieces - great tools & ty for the info as always!

[@w_ulf]

@7:46 secure your tags, lol. Great vid, thanks!

[@fretworkpeddler]

Very helpful video. Thank you!

[@1320Jason]

Right on from Wyoming

[@zeroalphatwo2474]

This is essential information. LEARN how to use a paper map and compass!! WHEN, (not if) the cell networks go down you need to know how to get to your designated RV point. In other words without your phone GPS, could you get to a designated place of safety and meet up with others? Learn to love maps - sounds stupid right? But knowing how to use a map and compass has saved countless lives and could save yours too.

[@slipbobberwilli]

Been using a Suunto clipper but it has the tendencies to fall off this looks like a solution 👍

[@davidvilchis1535]

How can I determine what my current location is by using a button compass? How do I know if I am currently standing N,S,E,W?

[@RaceGun75]

thanks Jack

[@Paul-up3pb]

Thank you 👍.

[@kirneyc.thibodeaux649]

Great video. Well presented. Semper Fi. Charles

[@mechadogzilla5846]

Thank you very much!

[@KatG3andout]

Love these educational videos! Awesome 👍 Blessings ~

[@geoffreyfry4029]

Does the compass fit on the Garmin watch band?

[@youngguns1319]

i use my watch mostly and also watch were the sun comes up or sets and just mark the sun as it goes down so when you leave camp in the morning you know

[@g.h.3049]

I use a compass every time I go to the woods, I do need to try and apply that to maps though.

[@shorty7943]

When will the watchband compass available again?

[@robertjackson1407]

Thank you 😊

[@jimd8008]

Thanks again!

[@robbiev3939]

Thank you

[@InLawsAttic]

Where to buy this button compass? Can it be attached to any watch band, like a timex fabric? Thanks!

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

Blackscoutsurvival.com

[@garyjones17]

Can this compass be used for diving?

[@Valorius]

I like putting a compass on my sling, far from the weapon itself to reduce interference.

[@actionjackson6892]

Never hurts to have one

[@MrVega241]

Does the metal on the watch mess up the compass direction

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

No

[@TruePatriot76]

Can please explain pace count in a follow up video.

[@highchamp1]

Future Military Technology Small compass Probably all you will need in the future. (Analog Backup)

[@dzrtgoat]

At 3 min and roughly 19 second's talking about picking a object then head to it I've always called that dead wrecking but it doesn't matter what you call it it works

[@lrowser7983]

Great video. Thank you

[@joshwest6712]

Is there a GPS that you would recommend that is usable but not overly expensive?

[@donaldsteele6276]

I still use my trusty military compass and map always works for me .

[@PorkSword_actual]

I’ve had a few of these, from TAD and Prometheus design. They are handy, but not super reliable with a metal watch over time.

[@rogbear6104]

I know how to use a compass…But I have (Stupidly) went into the forest without my compass and got lost in a pretty big area, I was walking in circles. I climbed to a hill where I could see over the trees, didn’t really help but I heard a guy on the distance calling for his hunting dog. I just headed in that direction of his voice (Luckily he kept yelling) eventually I was able to locate him on the road and get myself out of the mess….I found the guy looking for his dog but didn’t see the dog! I never would have thought I would get lost but I did anyway, so basically always take your compass, things start to look the same when your In heavily wooded areas even if you (think) you know your way around.

[@shanewills6427]

Good show man!!

[@kevincraig6407]

does the metal of your watch effect the directional capability of your compass?

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

No

[@ravnwolf9907]

thanx for the vid cause Im directionaly impaired and geographicly challenged

[@NWSurvival]

Good stuff Jack

[@ravinder5089]

Love from India ❤... Which watch is this? I liked the way you explain everything. How can i buy this watch bro?

[@PinakiGupta82Appu]

Good idea! In my city, Calcutta, everybody installs GPS jammers for no reason without any legal restrictions. The Google Maps app page suddenly starts spinning abruptly in some places. A watch strap compass will be a physical extension to the map app if that happens. How much does this cost? Although, it may not be available in the markets here.

[@777tjohn]

Great info. Think you come out with one for a rubber strap?

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

No we won’t. It will be too difficult to make them universal due to rubber straps being all sizes.

[@tufelhunden5795]

Most rubber strapped are around 20mm near the buckle. You could remove the buckle, as most are held in with a spring bar, and put it there. It would be under your wrist, but still usable. I used to wear my watch with the face down underneath the wrist. I don't think this would be much different. Just a thought.

[@konukuauleki]

But the Earth is moving so by the time you arrive to the east destination is not east anymore!...lol. Seriously, great videos, I wish the survival videos were longer, as the other ones. Thanks for sharing

[@bobsal5776]

Great video and thanks for the info.

[@marcjohnson4385]

I'm thinking your watch and buckle and keepers are also tititiaim.

[@badassbees3680]

Hey Brother great job!

[@vevenciomastilero932]

Where do you buy all your cool stuffs?

[@funkybottoms2527]

what watch is that?

[@smelton7]

Good class.

[@shorty7943]

Which watch is that on the Thumbnail?

[@ericpatrick5542]

I Love To Have A Military Watch With My Survival Gear.