# Silva Compass 58 Kayak Compass, model 36528-0751

The Silva Compass 58 is a kayak and canoe compass with a clip-and-strap mounting system for boat deck lines. Its listing describes a waterproof, scratch-resistant capsule and gimballed suspension, while customer feedback is generally positive about function and suitability but mixed on adjustability.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Silva
- Model: 36528-0751
- Category: Sports & Outdoors > Water Sports
- Price: 50.16 GBP
- Previous price: 59.00 GBP
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T10:15:45.093Z
- Rating: 4.6 / 5
- Reviews: 122

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## At a glance

- Four rubber straps with clips are described for attaching the compass to kayak deck lines without drilling.
- The maker describes a gimballed suspension system intended to keep the compass readable when a boat moves in rough seas.
- The listing describes a scratch-resistant capsule bowl and a no-spin compass card.
- A sapphire jewel bearing and hardened steel pivot are claimed to reduce friction for responsive movement.

## Pros

- Deck-line straps and clips offer a mounting approach that does not require drilling the kayak deck.
- The listed gimballed suspension and easy-to-read compass rose suit navigation from a moving kayak or canoe.
- The reported 0.12-kilogram weight is modest for equipment carried on a boat.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Silva
- Model: 36528-0751
### Dimensions and installation
- Mounting types listed: Rubber Straps with Clips \(Kayak Deck Line Mount\)
- Dimensions listed: 16.5L x 7W centimetres
- Weight listed: 0.12 Kilograms
### Materials and protection
- Material listed: Plastic
### Navigation and construction
- Map scale: Standard map scale
- Special features: Waterproof, Scratch Resistant

## Before you buy

- The listing calls the item a compass but its included-components field says “Kayak”, which conflicts with the feature text listing four rubber straps with clips and one compass housing. Confirm the selected listing's package contents before ordering. Waterproofing and performance descriptions are manufacturer claims, not independently verified here. The customer summary also reports mixed feedback on adjustability, but does not specify what adjustment means.

## In the box

- Kayak (Check selected pack): The included-components field names a kayak, while feature text lists four rubber straps with clips and one compass housing. Check the selected listing for the actual package.
- 4 rubber straps with clips (Check selected pack)
- 1 compass housing (Check selected pack)

## A good fit for

- Kayak and canoe paddlers wanting a compass attachment intended for deck lines.
- Paddlers looking for a compact boat-mounted compass rather than a handheld map compass.

## Less suited to

- Buyers who need a stated numeric map scale or detailed adjustment specifications, as neither is provided here.
- Buyers who require confirmed package contents before purchase without checking the selected listing.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the compass as useful and functioning well, including a report of use on an Itiwit X500 kayak and a separate mention of scuba DPV use. Adjustability receives mixed feedback, though the summary does not explain the issue. These reports broadly align with the listed boat-mounting design, but do not establish performance in every setup. The rating distribution is mostly five-star, with a smaller range of lower ratings, so individual experience may vary.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the compass as useful and functional.
- Positive themes: A customer report mentions effective use on an Itiwit X500 kayak.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback on adjustability is mixed, with no specific cause supplied.

## Frequently asked questions

### How does the Silva Compass 58 attach to a kayak?
The listing describes rubber straps with clips for attaching it to kayak deck lines without drilling.
### Is the compass suitable for a moving boat?
The maker describes a gimballed suspension system intended to support reading when a boat is exposed to rough seas. This is a product claim, not an independently verified performance result.
### What comes in the package?
The feature text says four rubber straps with clips and one compass housing, but the included-components field says “Kayak”. The package contents are therefore unclear from the listing, so check the selected offer.
### What do customers say about adjustability?
The supplied customer summary says feedback on adjustability is mixed, without explaining which adjustment or use case is involved.

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## Images

![Silva Compass 58 Kayak Compass, model 36528-0751 — 1](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/zTreY85vXELRidXtaLAfzNRuq6_4A9eehZqMMcsIFh5kNGp90SQE7mXSuymb7QLkVlknf_wXogjIh3yy3Q99EoO--2cQaC5L9sAysfCzeyJaFH4GsiXfJIEp.jpg)

![Silva Compass 58 Kayak Compass, model 36528-0751 — 2](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/OBO7XELF6pB0bZQnl0cvLAh-XxqRGri16r4og-OB7569hgJBc-GPkJQac2LMACuTSRha66E1izDXuegBpK-X1GhfGzJ84x293Cgy4oJPEUrUmIASXo_wgwUZ.jpg)

![Silva Compass 58 Kayak Compass, model 36528-0751 — 3](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/vOGAIUHHOfVFvq5-nX4DG8dx2vhEO-wbqH5oOmDetzWBAzH-7ARtnBRIu6ZF2MenAJMJJSFYxmTKgTUL27fNFs-5UZlReQe7eQMMZwWLfT0CJUDXhhqyMMZJ.jpg)

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![Silva Compass 58 Kayak Compass, model 36528-0751 — 5](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/s1TkDuemqnGmOQo1Rnx6z--56VW384raaoFOkboC5Bp-z86o2UI2ODZr6-V3pkYur16nmAX52alHGqHT_tAR26IRO2bmE1efKHP9dSPBFnP8z6PDnEyylBwL.jpg)

![Silva Compass 58 Kayak Compass, model 36528-0751 — 6](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/XTQMvUi2M7yMAGZaPsEzOZeSMY7YDprkmp3z9-RuYnEx1Gsd_E_UYx6djJ7g7MNgvpONeqpJi-eE-cW-yRJVjBB7QG8fAsumplqyfecHIaRixoysk9yC7uRD.jpg)

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