Scopes and Sights
Sports optics such as rifle scopes and handgun scopes can be broken into catagories based on their magnification or power.
Close Range: Red Dot scopes and scopes rated 1X, 2X or variable power such as 1-5X and 2-7X are for short range use like hunting in dense brush or hunting wild boar and other dangerous game. Many handgun scopes as well as shotgun, slug gun, black powder rifle, and 22 caliber rimfire scopes are in this power range. The lower power scopes will usually be lighter in weight and have a wider field of view than higher power scopes.
Medium Range: Fixed power riflescopes rated 4X, 6X and variable power like 3-9X and 3.5-10X are for medium ranged targets. The 3-9X scopes are by far the most popular and versatile hunting scope and are an excellent choice for Whitetail Deer hunts. Some handgun and .22 caliber rimfire scopes are in this power range.
Transitional Scopes: Variable power rifle scopes rated 4-12X, 4.5-14X, 4-16X and 5-15X are a good choice for those that will be shooting medium to long range targets. The lowest power is in the medium range and the highest power allows for long range shots.
Long Range: Fixed power riflescopes rated 10X and above and variable power rifle scopes like those rated 6-18X, 6-24X, 6.5-20X, 8-24X, 8-32X, 8.5-25X are for long range target shooting and varmit (varmint) hunting.
Close Range Scopes and Sights
Close Range: Red Dot scopes and scopes rated 1X, 2X or variable power such as 1-5X and 2-7X are for short range use like hunting in dense brush or hunting wild boar and other dangerous game. Many handgun scopes as well as shotgun, slug gun, black powder rifle, and 22 caliber rimfire scopes are in this power range. The lower power scopes will usually be lighter in weight and have a wider field of view than higher power scopes.
Review: Aimpoint 3000 Sight
Aimpoint 3000In 1989 Aimpoint’s best seller, Aimpoint 3000, was introduced. Unlike Aimpoint 2000, this new model had a manual light adjustment and a smaller battery section. Aimpoint 3000 was awarded as the optical product of the year in both the US and France. This sight served with elite forces in Operation Desert Storm.
A full-length sight with 1” (25,4 mm) tube. Mounted in the usual way with two 1” rings.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
OPTICAL DATA
System
Parallax Free, Reflex, Collimator System
Magnification
No magnification (1X)
Eye relief
Unlimited, No centering required
Reticle, size
Red dot, diameter 4 MOA*
Optical coating
Anti Reflex coating all surfaces. Multi-layer coating for reflection of red light.
ELECTRONIC DATA
Battery Type
One 3 Volt Lithium battery type 2L76 or DL1/3N
Battery Life, typical**
50-100h average
Switch, dot brightness
10 positions, Off and 9 daylight
MECHANICAL DATA
Material housing
Extruded, high strength aluminium
Surface finish
Anodized, Black
Material lens covers
Polymer, black
Adjustment
1 click = 10 mm at 80 meters = 13 mm at 100 meters = ½" at 100 yds
Mounting
2 rings 1" diameter
DIMENSIONS
Length
180 mm (7.1")
Width/height
44 mm (1.7")
Ring width
Min 36 mm (1.4"), Max 135 mm (5.3")
Weight
160 grams ( 5.6 oz)
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Temperature Range
-30ºC -+60ºC (-20ºF to +140ºF)
Water resistance
Waterproof
*MOA (Minute Of Angle) 1 MOA = 30 mm at 100 meters = 1" at 100 yards **CET: All models beside Aimpoint 3000 have the new CETechnology
Manufacturer's Website:
Aimpoint
Transitional Scopes and Sights
Transitional Scopes: Variable power rifle scopes rated 4-12X, 4.5-14X, 4-16X and 5-15X are a good choice for those that will be shooting medium to long range targets. The lowest power is in the medium range and the highest power allows for long range shots.
Review: Bushnell Banner Dusk and Dawn 3-9 x 40mm Scope
Dusk and Dawn 3-9 x 40mm
Ask any trophy hunter and they'll tell you more tags are filled in the low-light hours than any other time. That said, it's wise to have a scope designed to excel in early-morning and late-evening light. Featuring Dusk & Dawn Brightness™ (DDB) multi-coated lenses for clarity and brightness in low light, you'll add precious minutes to every hunting day with the Banner® Dusk & Dawn® series. With one-piece tube design, the Banner Dusk & Dawn line includes a full assortment of specialty scopes for big-game, varmint, .22 rimfire, slug, black powder and turkey hunting.
Features
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