Trajectory Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 Hi all I'm new on here, and this is my first post. I don't think this topic has been discussed before, but if it has - and anybody can point me in the right direction - please feel free! I am taking delivery of a new PCP (it's coming over from the good folks at RAW in the U.S. so I have a few months to play with). But, at any rate, I am having trouble choosing a scope. I really like the look of the Zeiss models but they all parallax down to 50 yards. I know I could, in theory, dial down the focal length for closer range shooting, but I'd rather not have to think about that. So, my question is this: does Zeiss re-parallax scopes to 10 yards? And, if not, does anybody know of a professional who could do that? If yes to either questions, how much are we talking? Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old man Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 (edited) Noooooo, AFAIK Zeiss all parallax at 100 for full bore. Just buy a dedicated air gun scope. It could be done but why. Good idea to post an introduction. Edited April 24, 2017 by old man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trajectory Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 Does anything geared for the airgun market come close in terms of clarity and wide focal range (5-25) though? From all the reviews I've read it seems that a Zeiss scope is a cut above the scopes I used when I was younger (Simmons etc). I would like something that can be used for hunting whilst also retaining some usability for competitions. I'll post an intro in the next day or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mice! Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Hi trajectory, think you will pleasantly surprised by how good some air rifle scopes are these days, I have a tasco varmint 6*24 and it is lovely and clear but probably 10 years old at least. Have a read through the airgun section there have been quite a few scope threads going and I doubt you need a zeiss scope on an air rifle unless you already had one or picked up a bargain, there are plenty options about, and welcome. Mice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 hello, it would be like buying a mini and having it gold plated, a sub 12ft llb pcp air rifle only requires a clear glass scope that is within the range that these PCPs require, a non AO 3X9X40 or 4x12 x50 like hawke is the most practical. i am sure there are top range scopes better suited and maybe a PW member would recommend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hendrix's rifle Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Does anything geared for the airgun market come close in terms of clarity and wide focal range (5-25) though? From all the reviews I've read it seems that a Zeiss scope is a cut above the scopes I used when I was younger (Simmons etc). I would like something that can be used for hunting whilst also retaining some usability for competitions. I'll post an intro in the next day or two. Hawke are good, Nikko Stirling also. The former you can pick up for £100 or so probably cheaper and the latter for a 4-16x50 AO with mounts for about £50. Bin the mounts and get a set of sportsmatch mounts and away you go. Both capable scopes. I use a Nikko on my hmr, that replaced s Hawke because the Hawke was non ao and didn't work great with night vision. Then you can move up price range with the mtc's. For £300 you can get a nice scope with good glass and target turrets if that's your thing and there rated to .338 lap mag or something similar. Plenty of choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 A warm welcome Trajectory. Unless i've missed something you don't say if your gun is a FAC air rifle? My Stutzen project is coming on This is a sub 12ft lb air rifle in .22 it's great out to 30 yards. So Is put a nice light weight Hawke Airmax 2-7x32 AO on it. Can't fault it. Got it for £120 ish. You mentioned Zeiss. I had a scratch and Zeiss Conquest DL 3-12×50 Illuminated Ret 60 Riflescope ASV came up so I put it on my Annie .22LR. Brilliant bit of glass and I can shoot out to 85 yards without guessing. It's over the top but I may well leave it there as I use a .22 rimmy more than any other gun in the cabinet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trajectory Posted April 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2017 Good evening all - and apologies for the delay in replying. It's been 'one of those weeks' at work. Like you all I'm sure, I can't wait for the bank holiday to get out and do some shooting I really appreciate the advice - and welcomes. Thank you. I've settled on the Hawke Sidewinder 6-25 by 56. It seems to offer good value (and the reviews are highly positive). I'll post a picture when the RAW arrives and I have it mounted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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