Silva Compass Expedition - Navigation-devices-watches

"The Expeditioncompass is the best choice if you want a traditional ruler compass with many functions. For a frequent compass user, the compasses from the Silva Expedition series are perfect, whether you are an adventurer or use the compass as a tool in your profession. Silva Expedition is equipped with a non-slip ring, rubber grip on the underside so that the compass fits snugly on the map, detachable carrying strap with safety opening, inclinometer to determine the steepness of the terrain, luminous markings for navigation in the dark, magnifying glass and map scale in millimetres and inches. With Expedition, the measures are located on the base plate so that you can measure distances more easily. GPS-Mau00dfstu00e4be 1:25 000, 1:40 000 and 1:50 000. In addition, there are integrated settings for magnetic misalignments (declination correction). Slope gradient map: The slope gradient map is suitable both for recognizing the avalanche danger and for assessing the challenge of the terrainu00e4nd. By knowing the steepness, you can also estimate how much longer the route will be due to the steepness. You should always be aware of the risk of avalanches on steep terrain. The risk increases if the gradient is more than 30 degrees and the slope gradient map makes it easier to assess the risk. Envelope strap with mau00u00e4stu00e4ben: The compass has a detachable envelope strap with mau00u00e4stu00e4ben and serves as a ruler. The dimensions are 1:25 and 1:50. Use it to calculate how long your route is. The tape is soft and easy to use. Place the tape directly on the map to quickly and easily measure the distance you have in front of you or that you are planning."