Silva Ranger 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 compass Ranger is a traditional baseplate compass commonly used by hikers mountaineers, backpackers and hunters. It has all the features you need for your adventure.
If you are looking for a basic, yet functional compass for your outdoor adventure, Ranger should be your choice. Ranger features rubber grip for easy handling and comes with a use-anywhere declination scale inside the capsule, a magnifying lens, base plate map-measuring in mm and scales of 1:25k, 1:50k and a detachable safety-release lanyard. The baseplate is curved-up at the back-end for perfect fit in the hand. The red/black north-south lines in the capsule bottom ensures easy and safe settling. The distinct arrow and scales/markings in a clear contemporary font combined with lots of transparency in the baseplate makes navigating easier - when activated in light the luminous markings enable night time navigation. The needle is made from finest Swedish steel with high quality magnetic features.
- Detachable safety-release lanyard.
- Map measuring scales; mm, GPS scales 1:25 and 1:50.
- Rotatable housing – use with the SILVA 1-2-3 System®
- Magnifying lens for precision map work.
- Rubber grip – easy handling
- Declination scale inside the capsule.
- Luminous markings that enables night navigation.
- Robust material that withstands tough treatment and conditions.
- 360° Graduation
- N/S Red & Black Lines
- Waterproof