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About E.S. Ritchie & Co.

Ritchie Navigation, established in 1850, is a leading American manufacturer of high-precision marine compasses. Based in Pembroke, Massachusetts, the company has a longstanding reputation for producing reliable navigation instruments for various maritime applications.

Ritchie offers a comprehensive range of compass products tailored to different vessel types and user needs:

  • SuperSport Series: Designed for high-performance powerboats, featuring advanced damping systems for stability at high speeds.
  • Voyager Series: Versatile compasses suitable for both powerboats and sailboats, offering multiple mounting options.
  • Helmsman Series: Known for durability and precision, ideal for larger vessels requiring dependable navigation tools.
  • Navigator Series: Professional-grade compasses with large dials for enhanced readability, suitable for commercial applications.
  • Globemaster Series: Premium binnacle-mounted compasses designed for yachts and commercial ships, emphasizing accuracy and craftsmanship.
  • Explorer Series: Compact and affordable options for small boats and recreational users.
  • RitchieSport Series: Portable compasses tailored for kayaks, canoes, and other small watercraft.
  • Tactician Series: Specialized sailing compasses with tactical quadrants to assist racers in wind shift detection.
  • Wheelmark Certified Compasses: Approved for lifeboats and rescue vessels, meeting stringent international standards.
  • Commercial Compasses: Robust instruments designed for commercial fishing boats, tugs, and workboats operating in demanding environments.

Each compass is meticulously crafted with features like built-in compensators, high-visibility dials, and durable housings to ensure optimal performance. Ritchie Navigation continues to support its products with comprehensive customer service and a network of authorized service stations worldwide.

Engineering, innovating and building marine compasses for over 150 years.

Territory

  • Latin America
  • Caribbean

Phone

+1 (305) 634-6110

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