Silva Compass Classic

Silva Compass Classic

The Silva Compass Classic is an entry-level baseplate compass built for schools, youth groups and anyone taking their first steps into navigation. At 5.1 x 7.6 x 1 cm (2.0 x 3.0 x 0.4 in), it is simple enough to teach from and accurate enough to trust on a real trail.

Features and Benefits

The rotatable housing works with the Silva 1-2-3 System, a beginner-friendly method for taking a bearing that turns navigation into three repeatable steps instead of guesswork. A detachable safety-release lanyard keeps the compass on hand without a cord that catches on gear.

Additionally, map-measuring scales in mm, 1:25,000 and 1:50,000 match the maps most schools and hiking groups already use, so there is no conversion to work out mid-trail.

Product-Specific Use Cases

Hand it to a first-time hiker on a guided day walk in the Hajar Mountains, where learning to read a bearing off a real ridge line teaches the skill faster than a classroom ever could. It is equally at home with a youth group learning the basics at a local park.

Technical Specifications

A basic-level compass built to teach the fundamentals without extra features to fumble.

• Accuracy: 1 degree
• Dimensions: 5.1 x 7.6 x 1 cm (2.0 x 3.0 x 0.4 in)
• Type: Baseplate compass
• Measuring Scales: mm, 1:25,000, 1:50,000
• Included Accessories: Detachable lanyard
• Rating: Waterproof

Why Buy at Trekaline

Ready to teach the basics properly? Order the Silva Compass Classic from Trekaline. You get free shipping on eligible orders, hassle-free returns and fast dispatch across the UAE.