Magnetic Compass service
Marine navigation instrument service and sales, including compass repair/adjusting, antiques restored, all makes and models, free estimates, commercial and recreational vessels, steel vessels a specialty, locations
Keywords: compass adjusting, marine, sextant, compensation, logs, pelorus, repairs, antiques restored, alidades, Sestrel, Danforth, Kelvin-White, W.O. White, Danforth-White, AquaMeter, Rule, Suunto, Plastimo, Dirigo, Ritchie, Baker-Lyman, C.Plath, John E. Hand, Astra, guidance
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1994
What is your primary product or service?
Magnetic compasses for ships and boats.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Military experience, life-long sailor.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Best customer service.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One shop.
Provide detailed directions to your location
I-5 North to Broadway exit 192, 20 blocks ahead on the left. I-5 South to Highway 129 exit 198, follow the road to Broadway, 22 blocks ahead on the right.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, Visa, M/C, discover
Which areas do you service?
Western Washington and worldwide
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Bill Haimes,
What are your hours of operation?
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM weekdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM SATURDAYS
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Referral to a friend
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
The only easy day was yesterday.