[TowerTalk] Laying out antennas

[Steve Maki]

W8JI wrote:

>Are there any reasonably priced devices for laying out wire 
>antennas or tower and guy lines, so the direction heading is 
>accurate? What I'm interested in is something that uses magnetic 
>north or maybe even GPS to get precise direction references, like a 
>surveyor might use. 
>
>Any idea what they are called, what they cost, and where they are 
>sold?

For better than 1° accuracy, a good compass, such as various
Brunton or Suunto models, is all you need. Under $100.00.

Transits do better at higher cost of course. If you have a few
grand to spare, look at theodolites.

For a good source for all these devices, and much more, try:

https://secure.forestry-suppliers.com/securecat.htm

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