Compasses
Silva 16DCL Compass
$99.95 CAD
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The sighting compass for experienced navigators – used by NATO Forces around the world.
Mainly used by the infantry as a soldier’s or officer’s compass. Additional features include measuring scales for positioning (GPS), graduation in mils and degrees (640/360), integrated adjuster for magnetic declination, magnifying lens and rubber feet for precision map work. The compass had a luminous graduation ring and markings for compass reading in the dark. Once activated by daylight/flashlight it will give up to 4 hours of light. The included scale lanyard and slope card makes it easier to quickly make a distance judgment of your route or to plan your route in advance.
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- Accuracy ~ +/- 17.8mils/1°
- Clinometer ~ Yes
- Declination adjustment ~ Yes
- Graduation ~ 6400/360°
- Illumination ~ luminous markings, graduation ring with 4 hour active time
- Included ~ Scale lanyard, slope card
- Magnifying lens ~ Yes
- Materials ~ Acrylic, PC/ABS, TPU/ Acetal
- Sapphire jewel bearing for friction-free movement of the compass needle ~ Yes
- Scales ~ 1:25k, 1:50k, GPS scales, Lanyard; 1:25, / 1:50, mm
- Sighting System ~ Yes
- Size ~ 64x108x20 mm
- Slope card ~ Yes
- Type of compass ~ Baseplate, Mirror Sighting
- Temperature operating range ~ -30 to +60 °C
- Patented red/black N/S lines in capsule ~ Yes
- Tunable capsule ~ Yes
- Weight ~ 86g
Silva Expedition S Compass
$89.95 CAD
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For explorers and search-and-rescue professionals, SILVA’s Expedition series has been the long-time global leader in compass accuracy, precision, and durability.
The SILVA Expedition Series is for experienced users and professionals. The Expedition series has been a global leader when it comes to accuracy, precision, and durability for many years. The SILVA Expedition Series comes with two completely new features: a Slope card and a Scale lanyard.
SILVA Expedition S features easy-handling Dryflex™ housing, silicon rubber feet for precision map work, detachable safety-release lanyards, night-enabling luminous markings, magnifying lens, map-measuring scales in mm or inches, 1:25,000, 1:50,000 and GPS scales, plus built-in adjusters for magnetic declination (including permanent local adjustment). The Expedition S can also map-measure 1:40,000, has both a clinometer for measuring slope angle, and 45° angle assistance on the mirror-sighting function.
The slope card is great both for detecting avalanche risk and for determining how challenging your journey will be. By knowing the slope, you can also judge any extra distance that you need to go due to the slope. The scale lanyard has two scales on it; 1:25, and 1:50, which facilitates to measure the distance of your hike. Since its soft and bendable it’s easy to place it directly on to your route on the map. The new graphics contain a more distinct arrow (Expedition) and a more contemporary font.
If you need a traditional baseplate compass with high-end features, the Expedition should be your choice. If the terrain demands for a mirror sighting compass Expedition S is your optimal companion.
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- Attachment ~ Detachable safety-release lanyard
- Clinometer ~ Yes
- Declination adjustment ~ Permanent adjustment for local magnetic declination
- Illumination ~ Luminous markings
- Included ~ Scale lanyard, slope card
- Magnifying lens ~ Yes
- Sapphire jewel bearing for friction-free movement of the compass needle ~ Yes
- Scales ~ 1:25k, 1:50k, GPS scales, Lanyard; 1:25, / 1:50, mm, inch
- Sighting System ~ Mirror sighting, with sighting hole
- Silicon friction feet ~ Yes
- Slope card ~ Yes
- Variant ~ Magnetic North
- Weight ~ 86g
Silva 58 Kayak Compass
$119.95 CAD
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There is no better choice for serious kayak paddlers. The rubber straps with clips attach easily to the deck lines, without any need to drill in the deck. The possibility to locate the compass right in front of you makes it easy to read without letting go of the paddle ~ and you don’t need to drop your gaze from the horizon when checking your course.
The compass is waterproof and has a scratch resistant glass so that it can endure even the toughest conditions.
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- Accuracy: ± 1° (17.8 mils)
- Apparent card diameter: 55mm
- Built-in compensator: No
- Card type: Cone
- Compatibility: Kayaks
- Dimensions: 85x55x72mm
- Gimballed cradle: No
- Heeling angle: Roll: 20° Pitch: 20°
- Heeling angle scale: No
- Illumination: No
- Lubber lines: Centre
- Material: ABS, Acrylic
- Memory ring: No
- Mounting: Rubber straps
- Mounting angle: -10° to +10°
- Protective cover: No
- Temperature operating range: -10°C to +70°C
- Type of compass: Steering compass
- Variant: Magnetic South, Magnetic North
- Water resistance: Waterproof
- Weight: 115g
- Accuracy: ± 1° (17.8 mils)
Silva Field Compass
$34.95 CAD
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SILVA Field is an entry level compass designed to meet the demands of schools, youth groups and leisure outdoor navigators.
The SILVA Field has base plate map-measuring in mm and scales of 1:50,000 and 1:25,000 compatible with most maps. The compass features DryFlex™ rubber bezel for improved comfort and grip, and a detachable safety-release lanyard—a reliable companion in all situations!
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- Detachable safety-release lanyard
- Declination scale inside capsule
- Sapphire jewel bearing for friction-free movement of the compass needle
- Scales - 1:25k, 1:50k, mm
- Weight - 28g
- Variant - Magnetic North
- Detachable safety-release lanyard
Silva Expedition Compass
$69.95 CAD
– Sold Out-
For explorers and search-and-rescue professionals, SILVA’s Expedition series has been the longtime global leader in compass accuracy, precision, and durability.
The SILVA Expedition Series is for experienced users and professionals. The Expedition series has been a global leader when it comes to accuracy, precision, and durability for many years. The SILVA Expedition Series comes with two completely new features: a Slope card and a Scale lanyard.
SILVA Expedition features easy-handling Dryflex™ housing, silicon rubber feet for precision map work, detachable safety-release lanyard, night-enabling luminous markings, magnifying lens, a clinometer for measuring slope angle, map-measuring scales in mm or inches, 1:25,000, 1:50,000 and GPS scales, plus built-in adjusters for magnetic declination (including permanent local adjustment). The Expedition can also map-measure 1:40,000.
The slope card is great both for detecting avalanche risk and for determining how challenging your journey will be. By knowing the slope, you can also judge any extra distance that you need to go due to the slope. The scale lanyard has two scales on it; 1:25, and 1:50, which facilitates to measure the distance of your hike. Since its soft and bendable it’s easy to place it directly on to your route on the map. The new graphics contain a more distinct arrow (Expedition) and a more contemporary font.
If you need a traditional baseplate compass with high-end features, the Expedition should be your choice. If the terrain demands for a mirror sighting compass Expedition S is your optimal companion.
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- Attachment ~ Detachable safety-release lanyard
- Clinometer ~ Yes
- Declination adjustment ~ Permanent adjustment for local magnetic declination
- Magnifying lens ~ Yes
- Sapphire jewel bearing for friction-free movement of the compass needle ~ Yes
- Scales ~ 1:25k, 1:40k, 1:50k, GPS scales, Lanyard; 1:25, / 1:50, mm, inch
- Silicon friction feet ~ Yes
- Slope card ~ Yes
- Variant ~ Magnetic North
- Weight ~ 50g
- Attachment ~ Detachable safety-release lanyard
Silva Ranger SL Compass
$44.95 CAD
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A little baseplate compass that is perfect to bring as an extra compass, lightweight and takes up minimum space
SILVA Ranger SL is a small sighting compass, ideal as a reserve or an “always-packed” compass. Built in sun dial. Can be attached to your jacket with a safety pin, thereby allowing hands-free navigation. A go-anywhere tool for serious compass users.
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- Detachable safety-release lanyard, Pin-on jacket function for hands-free use
- Built in sun dial
- Luminous markings
- Measurements - 40mm by 40mm
- Scales - mm, inch
- Mirror sighting
- Variant - Magnetic North`
- Weight - 23g
- Detachable safety-release lanyard, Pin-on jacket function for hands-free use
Silva 70P Small Boat Compass
$129.95 CAD
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70P is a bulkhead mount compass designed for yachtsmen that demand absolute accuracy and a steady card in all conditions.
The compass handles unlimited slope of the keel line and a 30º heeling angle. The curved lubber line enables swift and clear reading at a glance without parallax errors. With a main steering scale on the horizontal part and direct reading on the vertical edge,
70P is ideal for boats with a sitting as well as a standing helmsman. It can be mounted at most angles and its compact size (70 mm) makes it suitable for smaller boats.
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- DOUBLE SCALES: Can be read from front and above
- Accuracy: +/- 17.8mils/1°
- Apparent card diameter: 70mm
- Built-in compensator: Optional
- Card type: Cone
- Compatibility: Kayaks, powerboats, sailboats
- Heeling Angle: Roll: 30° Pitch: 30°
- Illumination: Optional
- Lubber lines: Centre
- Materials: Acrylic, PC/ABS
- Mounting: Bulkhead
- Mounting angle: +10° to +100
- Sapphire jewel bearing for friction-free movement of the compass needle: Yes
- Size: 95x72 mm
- Temperature operating range: -10 to +70 °C
- Variant: Magnetic North
- Water resistant: Yes
- Weight: 344g
Silva Ranger Compass
$49.95 CAD
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The most popular base plate series among mountaineers, backpackers, and hunters has gone through a face-lift with updated colors and updated graphics. A completely new feature is the distance lanyard; a lanyard with scales (1:25, and 1:50) which facilitates to measure the distance of your hike.
SILVA Ranger features DryFlex™ grip for easy handling and comes with a use-anywhere declination scale inside the capsule, a magnifying lens, and base plate map-measuring in mm and scales of 1:50,000 and 1:25,000. A go-anywhere tool for serious compass users.
The lanyard is soft and bendable and easy to place directly on to your route on the map. The new graphics contain a more distinct arrow (Ranger) and a more contemporary font. If you are looking for a basic but functional compass for your outdoor adventure, Ranger should be your choice. Thanks to the magnifier you can make sure to see every detail on the map.
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- Detachable safety-release lanyard
- Declination scale inside capsule
- Luminous markings
- Magnifying lens
- Sapphire jewel bearing for friction-free movement of the compass needle
- Scales - 1:25k, 1:50k, Lanyard; 1:25, / 1:50, mm, inch
- Weight - 33g
- Variant - Magnetic North
- Detachable safety-release lanyard
Silva Starter 1-2-3 Compass
$25.95 CAD
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The Starter 1-2-3 is a perfect entry level compass appreciated by scouts, schools and leisure navigators around the world.
The Silva Starter Model 1-2-3 compass is a great tool to get started working with maps and orienteering, the perfect compass for beginners. With a 2"x3" base plate and a turn-able housing, it’s pocket size and great for mapwork.
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- Attachment ~ Detachable safety-release lanyard
- Declination adjustment ~ Declination scale inside capsule
- Scales ~ mm, inch
- Patented red/black N/S lines in capsule ~ Yes
- Weight ~ 28g
- Variant ~ Magnetic North
- Attachment ~ Detachable safety-release lanyard