You can find your way with Silva

In 1933, Bröderna Kjellström Instrumentenwerk launched the first liquid-filled compass under the brand name Silva. At the same time, the first headlamp with the Zeiler name was launched.

Always heading in the right direction

The company has only officially goes by the name "Silva" since 1980, but since then it has been inextricably linked to positioning and localization and has already received numerous awards for the innovative devices. For example, in 1992 the Swedish company launched the first handheld GPS with a built-in digital compass. Today the trademarks - compasses in all kinds of variations are of course just as much a part of the range as practical pedometers, headlamps and pocket binoculars. For those who don't just want to keep their feet on the ground, the company also offers detailed and accurate altimeters, map angles, inclinometers and anemometers.

Questions and answers about Silva

Power supply on the go?

Digital devices need electricity, which is why Silva also offers practical solar chargers that have been specially developed for outdoor use. They are waterproof and compatible with almost all common charging cables.

Are the devices also waterproof and suitable for the military?

The question can be answered unequivocally in the affirmative. Moisture-resistant compasses and devices with military scales as well as models equipped with mirrors meet all requirements, both in terms of function and low weight and high durability.