What are Rifle Scopes?
Rifle Scopes are optical devices mounted on rifles to enhance accuracy by magnifying the target for precise aiming. They come in various magnifications and reticle types to suit different shooting needs.
How can I choose the right Rifle Scope for my needs?
Choosing the right Rifle Scope depends on factors like your shooting preferences, budget, and intended use. Accufire provides detailed product descriptions for all of their rifle scopes and expert advice to help you make an informed decision.
What is the main difference between the Prospectis ATRO-20 and the Prospectis ATRO-8 rifle scopes?
The ATRO-20 has a 2.5-20x magnification range while the ATRO-8 has 1-8x magnification. The ATRO-8 rifle scope is also smaller in weight, tube size and length. The ATRO-20 features a larger objective lens and tube to better allocate light and is under two pounds.
What is the main difference between the Prospectis EVRO-12 and EVRO-6 rifle scopes?
The EVRO-6 rifle scope has a fixed parallax setting, while the EVRO-12 can be adjusted from 25 yards to infinity. The EVRO-6 uses a second focal plane so the reticle is fixed across the magnification range, while the 12 uses only the first focal plane and scales up or down through the magnification range. The EVRO-6 rifle scope is also smaller in weight and length.
What is Rifle Scope parallax?
Parallax in a Rifle Scope is an optical phenomenon where the reticle appears to shift in relation to the target when the shooter moves their eye off the scope's optical axis. This shift can cause the reticle and target to not align accurately and cause a point of impact shift.
What do the numbers on Rifle Scopes mean?
The numbers on a rifle scope describe magnification, objective lens diameter, tube diameter, reticle type and adjustment turrets.
Where can I find the magnification on Rifle Scopes?
The first two numbers on a rifle scope (e.g., 4-16x44) indicate the magnification range, representing how many times closer the target will appear compared to the naked eye.
Where can I find the Objective Lens Diameter on Rifle Scopes?
Objective Lens Diameter is the last number, and it denotes the diameter of the objective lens in millimeters. It’s the last part of the first number (e.g. the 44 in 4-16x44). A larger objective lens allows more light to enter, improving visibility, especially in low-light conditions.
What is the Tube Diameter on Rifle Scopes?
Tube Diameter (e.g., 30mm or 1 inch) represents the diameter of the main tube of the scope. Common sizes are 30mm and 1 inch, affecting the mount compatibility.
What does “reticle type” mean?
A Reticle Type specifies the reticle pattern, and helps you aim, the best pattern is dictated by your needs and some options include: duplex, Dot, BDC, MOA or Mil-Dot.
What does “Adjustment turrets” refer to in a rifle scope?
Adjustment Turrets (e.g., 1/4 MOA, 1/10 MIL) indicate the adjustments the scope makes per click in minutes of angle (MOA) or milliradians (MIL), influencing accuracy.
What are MIL and MOA?
MIL (Milliradian) and MOA (Minute of Angle) are units of measurement used to quantify adjustments and reticle subtensions in Rifle Scopes.
What is MIL, more specifically?
A MIL stands for milliradian is a unit of angular measurement, and it is equal to 1/1000th of a radian. In a scope, one milliradian subtends approximately 3.6 inches at 100 yards (or about 10 centimeters at 100 meters). MIL adjustments are typically in increments of 0.1 MIL (1/10th of a milliradian) per click. MIL is commonly used in tactical and military applications due to its ease of use for ranging, holdovers, and windage adjustments.
What is MOA, more specifically?
MOA stands for Minute of Angle. A minute of angle is a unit of angular measurement, where one MOA subtends approximately 1.047 inches at 100 yards (or about 2.91 centimeters at 100 meters). MOA adjustments are typically in increments of 1/4 MOA per click. MIL is most often used in precision shooting, hunting, and general shooting applications for adjustments and reticle subtensions.
What is the MOA to MIL Conversion for Rifle Scopes?
1 MOA is roughly equivalent to 1.047 MIL, or conversely, 1 MIL is approximately 0.954 MOA.
