A gun scope, or rifle scope, is an optical sighting device mounted on rifles and other firearms to enhance accuracy and targeting. It magnifies the target and provides a reticle (crosshairs) or other aiming points, enabling shooters to aim more precisely at distant targets.
Critical Specifications of Gun Scopes/Rifle Scopes
- Magnification: Indicates how much closer the target appears through the scope. Scopes may offer fixed or variable magnification levels.
- Objective Lens Diameter: Larger lenses allow more light to enter, improving the brightness and clarity of the image, especially in low-light conditions.
- Reticle Type: The pattern inside the scope used for aiming. Choices include duplex reticles, mil-dot reticles, and BDC (Bullet Drop Compensator) reticles.
- Eye Relief: The distance from the rear lens you can hold your eye while still seeing the full field of view. Longer eye relief is important for high-recoil firearms.
- Adjustment Features: Includes windage (horizontal) and elevation (vertical) adjustments, typically measured in clicks.
- Durability: Includes water resistance, fog proofing, and shock resistance to withstand outdoor conditions and recoil.
- Weight and Size: Important for handling and balance of the firearm.
Applications of Gun Scopes/Rifle Scopes
Gun scopes are used in various activities:
- Hunting: To accurately target game at various distances.
- Sport Shooting: In competitions where precision shooting is required.
- Law Enforcement and Military: For improved accuracy in tactical situations.
- Recreational Shooting: Enhances shooting experience and skill development.
How to Select a Gun Scope/Rifle Scope
When choosing a rifle scope, consider the following factors:
- Purpose: Match the scope’s features with your primary use—hunting, target shooting, or tactical.
- Compatibility: Ensure the scope fits your firearm in terms of mounting options and suitable weight.
- Quality vs. Budget: Higher-quality scopes offer better durability and clearer optics but can be expensive. Determine your budget and find the best quality within that range.
- Features: Decide which features are must-haves, like specific reticle types, magnification range, or low-light capabilities.
How to Adjust a Gun Scope/Rifle Scope
Adjusting a rifle scope involves setting up the scope to ensure accurate shots:
- Mounting the Scope: Securely attach the scope to your rifle using the appropriate rings and base, ensuring it is level.
- Boresighting: Align the scope’s reticle with the bore of the rifle to get an approximate aiming point, reducing the amount of adjustment needed at the range.
- Zeroing the Scope: Fire at a target at a set distance (commonly 100 yards) to fine-tune the scope. Adjust the windage and elevation knobs to align where the bullets are striking with where the reticle aims.
- Adjust for Parallax: Some scopes have a parallax adjustment knob that should be set based on the distance to your target to prevent aiming errors.
- Refining Settings: Depending on conditions and distances, further adjustments may be necessary, such as tweaking for windage and elevation based on environmental factors.
Each step is crucial for ensuring that the scope performs well and enhances shooting accuracy and consistency.
The SOTMD digital gun scope is a versatile optical device designed to be compatible with various automatic rifles. It supports ammunition sizes including 7.62mm, 5.8mm, 5.56mm, and 5.45mm, making it adaptable for a range of firearms. The scope is equipped with standard Picatinny rails and dovetail mounts, enhancing its versatility across different rifle models.
| Item No | SOTLS-3-18X50 | SOTLS-5-30X56 | SOTLS-2.5-15X50 |
| Minimum magnification | 3 | 5 | 2.5 |
| Highest magnification | 18 | 30 | 15 |
| Target diameter | 50mm | 56mm | 50mm |
| Field of view (feet @ 100 yards) | 35ft-6.1ft | 20.9ft-3.5ft | 44.8ft-6.9ft |
| Exit pupil diameter | 11.8mm-3mm | 13mm-2mm | 11mm-4mm |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated |
| Length | 373mm | 380mm | 355mm |
| Exit pupil distance | 4″ | 4″ | 4″ |
| Waterproofing | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Body diameter | 30mm | 30mm | 30mm |
| Visibility adjusts the distance | ±2 | ±2 | ±2 |
| Movement range, width (left, Right) | >35 | >30 | >40 |
| Movement range, height (up, down) | >35 | >30 | >40 |
| Click values | 1/4″ | 1/4″ | 1/4″ |
| Item No | SOTLS-1-10X24 |
| Magnification x Ø objective | 1-10X24 Zoom |
| Reticle | Glowing dots |
| Visibility at 100 m/yards | 36.9 m ‒ 121.2 ft (1x) • 3.5 m ‒ 11.5 ft (10x) |
| Weight in grams / ounce | 544.3gr ‒ 19.2 ounce |
| Length mm/in | 245.43 mm ‒ 10.45″ |
| Eyes embossed mm/in | 95mm ‒3.7″ (1x) • 90mm ‒ 3.5″ (10x) |
| Dyspupilation mm | 1 at 24X • 4.10 at 2X |
| Click value M@100M in@100yards | 1/2 M.O.A.（14mm） |
| Adjust the range M@100M in@100yards | 2.7m ‒ 110″ |
| Installation length mm/in | 169.5 mm ‒ 6.6″ |
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