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Silva 70UN Compass

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$114.95

$ 49 .99 $49.99

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About this item

  • Double scales can be read from front and above, ideal for sitting or standing helmsman
  • Multiple mounting possibilities adaptable to the space onboard
  • mart bracket easily attached or detached
  • Curved lubber line allows accurate reading without parallax errors - viewable from the side


This universal compass can be used in its bracket as a steering compass or as a sighting compass when handheld. The 70UN can be installed in any inclination or position - even upside down. The compass is easily attached or detached from the bracket to temporarily use it for sighting. It is also easy to remove for security purposes. With a main steering scale on the horizontal part and direct reading on the vertical edge, 70UN is ideal for boats with a sitting as well as a standing helmsman. The curved lubber line enables swift and clear reading at a glance without parallax errors. If dropped in the sea - it floats! 70UNE comes with built in illumination, powered by two watch batteries and operated by a waterproof switch - ideal for night navigation. Suitable for small boats, kayaks, dinghies, canoes and more...


Dtcjem
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2024
I use this in a powered hang glider and it’sPerfect, affordable and accurate.
Randall
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2024
Works Great. !!!
Sam
Reviewed in Australia on September 11, 2023
This product claims it can be mounted any way. As you can see from the photo it can’t. Also when held the right way up the compass does not sit flat. I have contacted customer service and there was no apology, no suggestion of a refund. Simply let me know that they will change the product description. They will have to change their photos too.
EDetling
Reviewed in Germany on December 10, 2023
Perfekt für meinen Zweck
Roby
Reviewed in Italy on April 24, 2023
Ottimo prodotto. Già usato in precedenza ed acquistato nuovamente per altra installazione.Eccellente qualità rimasta inalterata nel tempo.
Cribyn
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 10, 2022
Item received, well out of acceptable tolerance,
Cowboyscallywag
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2022
Very fluid and stable motion. One of the easiest to read cards Ive seen on a hand bearing compass. The card also has opposing reading making it very practical for overhead viewing. Very robust mounting sleeve and easily removed for use or storage. I highly recommend this compass over all the other hand units on the market!
Pinehiker
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022
The compass card will not orient. It is stuck upside down.
Ronald Voelker
Reviewed in Germany on September 7, 2020
Das ist ja ein durchaus schon länger in Betrieb befindliches Erzeugnis. Ausgereift, gut handhabbar und robust.
JRoman
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2020
I like the way this compass can be mounted on either a horizontal (over or under) or vertical surface. It can take a substantial inclination (as on a sailboat) before it gets pinned. The dial is large enough for me to see from about four feet away. In a pinch, it can be used as a handheld bearing compass, although sighting over the lubber line involves a little visual estimating. On the downside, there is no built-in provision for compensating, but then this is not intended to get you across the ocean. I would recommend this compass to a recreational boater.
Zalmai
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2019
I was hoping to get the backlighted model, which amazon.com does not offer. I use this compass in sail boat mostly sailing in the Puget Sound area and sometimes at night. I have to use a flashlight to read this compass, or carry it in my pocket - not very convenient.