Silva Compass

Silva is a pioneer in the world of navigation, founded in Sweden in 1933 after the invention of the liquid-filled compass by the Kjellström brothers and Gunnar Tillander. This invention revolutionized outdoor navigation by allowing the needle to settle much faster and remain stable while moving. Since its inception, Silva has been synonymous with orienteering, hiking, and outdoor exploration tools.

Over the decades, the company has expanded its product line to include headlamps, binoculars, and other outdoor gear. While the brand remains deeply rooted in its Swedish heritage and maintains design and high-end manufacturing in Stockholm, many of its consumer-grade compasses and electronic products are manufactured in China to maintain global competitiveness. Ownership of the brand has changed hands several times in the modern era, but it remains a pillar of outdoor equipment internationally.