Compass Adjusters

➣ Based in Virginia & New York. Proudly serving the East Coast, the Great Lakes, & beyond.

Adjustments performed for the US Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, the US Army, shipyards, passenger ferries, and numerous towing and shipping concerns. Available globally.

jack.wayfinder@gmail.com — 540.931.3585

Our New York based technician is now available for adjustments in the Northeast

Wayfinder Magnetic Compass Adjustments Vessels of Every Type and Tonnage

Sales

Wayfinder Compass can select the proper compass for any application.

Repairs

Free estimates, factory certified repairs for major brands, prompt service.

Installation Solutions

Custom machined adapter hardware, corrector magnets, heeling magnets.

 

Cassens & Plath Type 21

Ritchie Navy Standard

Baker Lyman Navy Standard

C Plath/Sperry Jupiter

➣ Performing compass adjustments on vessels of every type and tonnage, using traditional Sun Azimuth techniques, portable gyro, GPS plotting, and ship’s systems.

➣ Comprehensive Fourier analysis of deviation curves allows for the most scientifically accurate and efficient adjustments possible.

➣ Deviation card and in-depth examination of residual deviations and transient magnetic effects provided for every adjustment.

 

As of October 2020, master compass adjuster Jeff Kaufmann of Cape Compass has turned over the core of his business to his pupil Jack Burks. Henceforth, Jack will be carrying forward the tradition of compass adjusting excellence under the name Wayfinder Compass.

See our Press Release for additional information. Jeff & Jack will be working together to ensure a smooth transition for all of our valued clients. We thank you for your continued business.