Binocular Compass

[MontyMariner]

The compass capsule in my ageing bins has gone past being recharged and finally reached end of life.
I've searched the web for 30mm binocular compass capsules and had no joy.
Does anyone know of a source for compass capsules?

 

[MikeCC]

Don't know if he is still working but Richard Biggs at Action Optics might be worth a try.

 

[dancrane]

I used my Binolytes on Sunday afternoon. I've only had them three years from new, and I was surprised that the compass was very sluggish about moving and displaying the direction I was looking in.

I had no idea the liquid could leak or be replaced. Is it a job one can do easily enough at home?

 

[MontyMariner]

I had no idea the liquid could leak or be replaced. Is it a job one can do easily enough at home?

Not easy!
Determining what liquid to use - Alcohol or Oil.
What Viscosity
Drilling a small hole in the side - I use a needle about 0.6mm
Mugging a druggy to get a syringe
Filling to brim to get the smallest bubble possible
Sealing the hole with something that will not react with liquid filling - a hot wire to melt the plastic works.

But it can be done

 

[dancrane]

Thanks - I was supposing it's a standard service, rather than a bit of careful unguided DIY!

I think I'll rely on the Binolyt's quarter-century guarantee.