Beginner here! Pls recommend right kind of maps (brand & where to get them) for FL, GA & NC to use w/this protractor & a compass

Thanks for your question! The USGS Map Store is a great place to find topographic maps for this area. You will probably also find the MapTools website helpful--it has a number of great tutorials.

I'm planning a trip to yellowstone and my maps are at 1:63360 scale, am I right that this won't work properly?

You are correct. This tool does not have a 1:63,360 scale on it. We do have several tools that do have that scale: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CIFHHS, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CIA2ZU, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005F13HUY, and http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005GR0XCW.

Do they have one with 1/70,000 scale

We do not have a stock tool for 1:70,000 scale maps. Contact us about making custom tools for any scale.

How thick is the plastic?

The tool is about 0.030" thick. The material is not brittle, but rather stiff and flexible. It is very similar to the thickness and flexibility of a credit card.

Maptools Improved Military Style Mgrs Utm Coordinate Grid Reader Protractor

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🗺️ Navigate like a pro—because your next adventure deserves military precision!

COMPACT POWERHOUSE - Sized like a music CD with rounded corners—fits effortlessly in your pocket or map case.
ENHANCED READABILITY - White ink bands under compass roses prevent tool from blending into maps for quick, clear readings.
MILITARY GRADE DURABILITY - Crafted from 30 mil plastic, 33% thicker than standard issue to resist bending and breaking.
PRECISION MAPPING MASTERY - Supports UTM, MGRS, USNG grids for pinpoint accuracy on any topographic map.
VERSATILE SCALE COMPATIBILITY - Includes 1:24,000 scale for USGS 7.5-minute maps plus six other essential scales for all terrains.

The MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader and Protractor is a compact, durable, and highly precise navigation tool designed for professional-grade map reading. Featuring seven map scales including the popular 1:24,000 USGS scale, dual compass roses marked in degrees and mils, and printed on thick, protective plastic, it offers enhanced usability and longevity. Trusted by military forces worldwide and favored by outdoor enthusiasts, this tool fits easily in your pocket while delivering unmatched accuracy for plotting and reading metric coordinate systems.

Reviews

A**R

Amazing quality

And it comes with a pile of additional training materials.

14.03.2026

R**C

Justo la calidad que buscaba.

Excelente calidad e material e impresión.

1.02.2021

A**R

Awesome Protractor and practice material

What's awesome is not only is it a good map protractor but it came with good instructions AND it came 3 pages of practice material. That's pretty cool. Very well done and very well made.

8.03.2026

G**E

great for reading in mils

works great for my work easy to use i recommended to other coworkers

18.08.2023

A**R

Epic Value!

I needed a protector to read USGS 1/24,000 maps. There were cheaper versions available and I had no experience with Maptools.com but I have extensive experience with paper thin plastic protractors that are cut poorly/inaccurate, bend, crack, break and scratch easily. The reviews said this company does not do cheap. The reviews were correct. Great protractor that lets me read not only 1/24,000 but 4 more scales and you get a protractor that reads degrees and mils. If that's all you got this would be a great deal but I wouldn't feel compelled to write a review. You also get a host of other material that explains how to use the protractor on various types of maps, access to a website with tutorials and a personalized declination reference card (printed on waterproof paper) based on your mailing address. All this is written and presented in a positive manner that makes you feel like these people take pride in their product and want you to enjoy the map/exploring experience with them. Highly recommend and will purchase from again without hesitation.

21.03.2023

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ASIN	B003NAOERO
Batteries Included	No
Brand	MapTools
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (816)
Date First Available	21 October 2016
Item Dimensions LxWxH	12.1 x 12.1 x 0.1 Centimeters
Item Weight	25.5 g
Manufacturer	MapTools
Material Type	plastic

MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor

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