Silva Expedition Compass With Luminous The Silva Expedition Compass With Luminous is a baseplate navigation tool built for experienced hikers, mountaineers, and professionals who require precise map reading in demanding environments. It combines rugged durability with a comprehensive feature set to help you stay oriented in challenging terrain. Baseplate design and materials: Durable baseplate with easy-handling rubber housing and silicone feet for stable, precise map work and grip on varied surfaces. Night-time readability: Night-enabling luminous markings that remain visible in low light for reliable orientation after dusk or in snow-covered terrain. Magnifying lens: Built-in magnifier to scrutinize fine map details without removing the compass from the map. Clinometer: Integrated clinometer enables quick slope angle measurements to assess terrain difficulty and route decisions. Map and GPS scales: Map-measuring scales in millimeters and inches, plus GPS scales for 1:25,000, 1:40,000 and 1:50,000 maps to support precise planning. Scale lanyard: Detachable scale lanyard with two scales (1:25 and 1:50) that doubles as a ruler for on-map distance estimation. Magnetic declination adjuster: Built-in adjuster for magnetic declination, including permanent local adjustment to streamline long-distance navigation. Slope card: Slope card helps detect avalanche risk and estimate extra distance required on slope-filled terrain, promoting safer route planning. Detachable safety-release distance lanyard: Detachable lanyard for added safety and convenient handling when moving through rugged terrain. Designed for practical field use, this compass helps you stay on course, plan safer routes, and perform precise map tasks in daylight or darkness. The slope card supports proactive avalanche awareness, while the luminous markings and magnifier enable quick orientation in low light. The integrated scales, GPS references, and declination adjuster streamline navigation tasks, saving time and reducing error. The detachable lanyards add safety and flexibility when you’re moving quickly through rugged terrain or taking notes on your map.
