I was slightly surprised on joining in on a map reading lesson at my TAC this week to see that the model of Silva compass on issue is still the plain baseplate model
rather than the type with a sighting mirror.
(I know that one shown isn't in mils)
Considering how superior the mirror type is for taking a bearing on an object I'm surprised they're not on issue. Cost can't be the reason, they're the same price as near as makes no odds.
Any thoughts?

rather than the type with a sighting mirror.

(I know that one shown isn't in mils)
Considering how superior the mirror type is for taking a bearing on an object I'm surprised they're not on issue. Cost can't be the reason, they're the same price as near as makes no odds.
Any thoughts?