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Emergency Signal Mirror

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Emergency Signal Mirror

Flash sunlight to attract attention from rescuers a long way off
£0.99 + £11.40 delivery
Delivery is charged per product because each item ships directly from its supplier, so items can arrive separately. Estimated delivery 10-20 working days. Tracked.

A small acrylic or glass signalling mirror, usually with a sighting hole, that reflects sunlight towards a person, boat or aircraft. It is lightweight, needs no battery and fits into a coat or grab bag.

It works only in daylight with sun and a clear line of sight, so it complements a whistle and torch rather than replacing them. Keep the mirror in a soft pouch to avoid scratches.

Key features

  • Needs no batteries
  • Sighting hole for aiming
  • Lightweight
  • Fits a pocket
  • Reflective across long distances
  • Lanyard hole

How to use it

Use the mirror to reflect sunlight towards a person, boat or aircraft, aiming through the sighting hole.

  1. Keep the mirror in a soft pouch until you need it, so it does not scratch.
  2. Stand with the sun behind you or to the side, and face the person you want to signal.
  3. Hold the mirror close to your eye and look through the sighting hole to find the bright reflected spot.
  4. Tilt it slowly so the spot lands on the target.
  5. Sweep the spot back and forth across the target in short flashes.
Tips
  • It only works in daylight with sun and a clear line of sight.
  • Use it with a whistle and torch, not instead of them.
Safety and limits
  • Never look at the sun through the sighting hole.
  • Do not flash it at drivers or pilots unless you are signalling a genuine emergency.
  • Check for cracks or sharp edges before use.
Please note
  • Daylight and a clear line of sight only
  • Never shine at drivers, pilots or into eyes
  • Price is an estimate, not seen on a listing

Specifications

TypeHand signalling mirror
UseDaylight signalling
PowerNone needed

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