70UN is a universal compass that can be used in its bracket as a steering compass or as a handheld sighting compass.
This marine compass can be installed in any inclination or position, even upside down. It is easily detached from the bracket to enable temporary sighting use or 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! Suitable for small boats, kayaks, dinghies, canoes and more.
Features
- Double scales – ideal for sitting or standing helmsman.
- Multiple mounting possibilities – adaptable to the available space.
- Smart bracket – easily attached or detached.
- Use as steering or sighting compass.
- Curved lubber line – accurate reading without parallax errors.
- Floatable – don’t worry about dropping it in the sea.
- Large digits – great when kayaking or canoeing.
Silva Quality
The Silva quality ensures durability and excellent readability; the capsule bowl is made from clear and scratch resistant acrylic. The combination of a sapphire jewel bearing and a hardened steel pivot minimizes friction, which in turn gives rapid and accurate movements. Silva marine compasses have a no-spin compass card is designed for perfect dampening and exact reading. You can trust that even when your boat is exposed to rough seas the gimballed suspension system makes sure the functionality is never disturbed hence you will always be able to read the compass accurately.
