Silva Field Baseplate Compass
Silva simply make the best, and most recommended compasses in Europe. They are the Number One go to product for Mountain Leaders everywhere, the compass to buy for anyone signing up to the MLTB and are extensively used by Military Forces Worldwide.
I know the modern preference is "I'll just use my phone...", well, maybe speak to Mountain Rescue teams around the World and ask them how many people they pull off Mountains with that attitude. Don't get me wrong, you use every tool available to you for good navigation, but the basis of that kit should always start with a Map and Compass, oh, and knowing how to use them....
There are various different products in their range so there is definitely a perfect fit for everyone needing a good navigation tool.
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 a rubber bezel for improved comfort and grip, and a detachable safety-release lanyard – a reliable companion in all outdoor situations!
- Rotatable housing – use with the SILVA 1-2-3 System®
- Rubber grip – Easy handling of the compass
- Detachable safety lanyard – Easy to attach/detach
- Declination scale inside the capsule
- Map measuring scales mm, 1:50k and 1:25k – compatible with most maps
- NATO Stock Number (NSN) - 6605-64-001-2227
- 360° Graduation
- N/S Red & Black Lines
- Waterproof