Description

Silva 3NL‑360 All‑Round Compass

The Silva 3NL‑360 is a robust base‑plate compass built for virtually any outdoor pursuit. A grippy, curved‑tail housing holds a stable, easy‑to‑read needle, while red/black north‑south lines in the capsule bottom guarantee fast, accurate settling. A detachable scale slide and scale lanyard speed up distance checks and route planning on 1:15 k, 1:25 k, and 1:50 k maps.

Aim of the Product

Created to give hikers, mountaineers and adventure racers an all‑round navigation tool that balances precision features with field toughness—perfect for everything from basic route finding to expert‑level map work.

Audience

Outdoor users from weekend trekkers to expert expedition leaders who want a dependable compass with multiple map scales, a magnifier for fine detail, and SILVA’s proven 1‑2‑3 System® housing.

Product Use

• Rotate the housing using the SILVA 1‑2‑3 System® to set and follow bearings.
• Snap off the scale slide to measure distance in mm or 1:15 k; use the base‑plate scales (1:25 k & 1:50 k) for standard topo maps.
• Line up red/black north‑south lines for quick orienting; use the magnifying lens for pinpoint map reading.
• Wear the detachable safety‑release lanyard around your neck; it breaks free safely under load.
• Consult the built‑in declination scale to correct magnetic vs. true north when needed.

Specifications & Technical Details

• SKU: 37583
• Accuracy: ± 1°
• Dimensions: 11.5 × 6 × 1 cm
• Weight: – (Detachable lanyard included)
• Measuring scales: 1:15 k (slide) / 1:25 k & 1:50 k (base), mm
• Needle housing: Declination scale inside capsule, rotatable housing, waterproof
• User level: Expert
• Type: Base‑plate compass
• Included accessories: Detachable safety‑release lanyard, scale slide
• Warranty: 5 years (manufacturer)
• Country of origin: China
• IP classification: Waterproof

Other Useful Information

Key Features

• Detachable scale slide (1:15 k & mm) for quick distance judgments.
• Magnifying lens in the base‑plate for precision map work.
• Robust materials that withstand tough treatment and weather.
• Stencil holes for star & control markings—handy in orienteering.

Glossary

• SILVA 1‑2‑3 System®: Three‑step method (orient map, set bearing, walk) for fool‑proof nav.
• Declination Scale: Graduated ring for offsetting the difference between magnetic and true north.
• Scale Slide: Removable ruler that extends the base‑plate for longer distance checks.

Manual: Download the PDF user guide

Manufacturer

Silva Sweden
Inventors of the first liquid‑filled compass (1933) and Zeiler headlamp (1935).
Today: premium gear for sports, adventure and professional navigation.
Customer Service: silvasweden.com