Roger Hobden
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As I consider myself to a be beginner diver, I find it very useful that experienced divers take the time to point out a few examples of what these circumstances might be.
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Dude, did you overlook the second paragraph where I said there are exceptions?
What environmental conditions would require a diver to have a 30 degrees of tilt compass compared to one with 10 degrees of tilt ?
It's not an environment thing, really. It's just easier to hold it level "enough" than a compass with less tilt-ability. When swimming with a compass, it can sometimes be challenging to hold it level enough when it's one with less tilt. I definitely would not mind having 30 degree tilt capability. But, I'm not willing to deal with having a compass that tall. And my Perdix and Seabear computers both have electronic compasses with full tilt capability....
What environmental conditions would require a diver to have a 30 degrees of tilt compass compared to one with 10 degrees of tilt ?
Personally, I prefer lower profile and am willing to compromise a bit on amount of tilt it can allow, so I use the DGX Tech Compass, which is even less expensive at $39. Like the more expensive ones, it also had a side window. But, it is only rated to handle 10 degrees of tilt.