The Bottom Line
The Silva Guide 426 is a good choice for an outdoor sighting compass. Use the full-size sighting mirror to take accurate readings on distant objects. Its polypropylene body floats to give added security when canoeing or rafting. The declination scale adjusts quickly from map bearings to field headings. The dial has 2° graduations. It has inch and millimeter rules for plotting maps.
Pros
- accurate and dependable
- floats in water
- rounded corners to fit easily in your pocket
- full size sighting mirror with Vee notch
- economical
Cons
- none
Description
- Dimensions (closed): 2-1/4 in. x 2-3/4 in. x 5/6 in. and 0.9 oz.
- Cover includes a sighting mirror with a vee notch for taking bearings on distant objects.
- Along either side of the compass are millimeter and inch rulers.
- Compass points are luminous for easier night reading.
- Includes an adjustable lanyard.
- Lifetime guarantee.
Guide Review - Silva Guide 426 Compass
The Silva Guide 426 is an economical yet accurate compass. It has a sighting mirror that can also be used for emergency signaling. The dial is easy to read in low light, and it's accurate to 2 degrees. It fits easily in your pocket, and it includes inch and millimeter rulings. Available for around $21.
