Scopemate S18

[steve_b_wales]

Brownells UK are now selling the above at a huge discount.

https://www.brownells.co.uk/epages/UK.sf/en_GB/?ObjectID=9973736&OriginalSearchString=Scopemate

[oldypigeonpopper]

Hello, That is a good deal Steve, Better than Aliexpress ?? Just got myself a Day/Night scope on a good offer, Hoping to replace my MK 1 Photon

Edited December 29, 2024 by oldypigeonpopper

[steve_b_wales]

3 hours ago, oldypigeonpopper said:

Hello, That is a good deal Steve, Better than Aliexpress ?? Just got myself a Day/Night scope on a good offer, Hoping to replace my MK 1 Photon

Indeed it is a good deal. I was just about to send money to my friend in the USA to get it and forward it to me, which would have saved me quite a bit on Brownells original price. I've now ordered one from Brownells and look forward to eventually trying it out. There was a good write up in Gun Mart about it, plus on Chris Parkin's Facebook page. 

[oldypigeonpopper]

9 hours ago, steve_b_wales said:

Indeed it is a good deal. I was just about to send money to my friend in the USA to get it and forward it to me, which would have saved me quite a bit on Brownells original price. I've now ordered one from Brownells and look forward to eventually trying it out. There was a good write up in Gun Mart about it, plus on Chris Parkin's Facebook page. 

Hello, I also had dealings with a USA RFD now retired and he use to send me a few shooty bits by private post which avoided the import duty and tax , It looks a good unit so keep us posted how you get on, cheers

[steve_b_wales]

3 hours ago, oldypigeonpopper said:

Hello, I also had dealings with a USA RFD now retired and he use to send me a few shooty bits by private post which avoided the import duty and tax , It looks a good unit so keep us posted how you get on, cheers

I will do. My friend in the USA used to purchase goods on my behalf and then send them as a gift. This avoided import duty etc.

[oldypigeonpopper]

Just now, steve_b_wales said:

I will do. My friend in the USA used to purchase goods on my behalf and then send them as a gift. This avoided import duty etc.

Hello, That is what Terry did for me although now retired, One thing i bought was called a Squirrel Claw ?? Was made in USA but now gone bust

[steve_b_wales]

9 minutes ago, oldypigeonpopper said:

Hello, That is what Terry did for me although now retired, One thing i bought was called a Squirrel Claw ?? Was made in USA but now gone bust

I have had a load of Primos Power Crow callers, at least 10 Ruger 10/22 magazines (when they were allowed to be sent) quite a few shooting/hunting DVD's and lots more. 

[oldypigeonpopper]

9 minutes ago, steve_b_wales said:

I have had a load of Primos Power Crow callers, at least 10 Ruger 10/22 magazines (when they were allowed to be sent) quite a few shooting/hunting DVD's and lots more. 

Hello, You can get lots of shooting items in USA but the Duty and Vat makes it not worth while or companies do not want sell to UK, my Squirrel Claw is a one off and most likely only one in UK, will watch video later cheers 

[Dave-G]

I found this video review that doesn't pull its punches

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=scopemate-s18&mid=49DFFF8387C9362085AB49DFFF8387C9362085AB&mmscn=serpvidol&mcid=872B617837DC497CBA57AA9475BEBAAE&FORM=VIRE&ajaxhist=0&ajaxserp=0

[steve_b_wales]

 

Edited December 30, 2024 by steve_b_wales

[Dave-G]

18 minutes ago, steve_b_wales said:

 

Looking forwards to seeing what you reckon to it.

[steve_b_wales]

On 30/12/2024 at 10:43, Dave-G said:

Looking forwards to seeing what you reckon to it. 

I'm still waiting for the scope after eventually ordering it from Brownells UK.

[steve_b_wales]

UPDATE:

I've finally received the Scopemate S18 and first impressions are that it looks and feels to be a good bit of kit. It's going to be a while before I can get out on the farm to test it (annoyingly, I was up there this morning before the scope arrived) but I will attach it to one of my scopes and test it out at home/back garden etc.

UPDATE 2:

I've added a new CR32 battery in my scope to better show the reticule when filming. I have ordered a 123gb micro SD card which will be arriving tomorrow. I've also connected the Scopemate to my mobile phone via WiFi but, as yet, can't find out how to alter the settings. All the mobile shows is what the Scopemate is filming. I'll look into this further later on. 

Edited Tuesday at 15:19 by steve_b_wales

[oldypigeonpopper]

1 hour ago, steve_b_wales said:

UPDATE:

I've finally received the Scopemate S18 and first impressions are that it looks and feels to be a good bit of kit. It's going to be a while before I can get out on the farm to test it (annoyingly, I was up there this morning before the scope arrived) but I will attach it to one of my scopes and test it out at home/back garden etc.

UPDATE 2:

I've added a new CR32 battery in my scope to better show the reticule when filming. I have ordered a 123gb micro SD card which will be arriving tomorrow. I've also connected the Scopemate to my mobile phone via WiFi but, as yet, can't find out how to alter the settings. All the mobile shows is what the Scopemate is filming. I'll look into this further later on. 

Hello, Well done Steve, I for one will be looking forward to your review and Photos/ Video,  Ecolux or Torchy Boy do some good CR 123 A batteries, but check if can use Normal or Recharge 

[steve_b_wales]

1 minute ago, oldypigeonpopper said:

Hello, Well done Steve, I for one will be looking forward to your review and Photos/ Video,  Ecolux or Torchy Boy do some good CR 123 A batteries, but check if can use Normal or Recharge 

The battery in the Scopemate is a 1860 one, and one was included, although not a good make so I'll change it. The CR32 battery was fitted to my Hawke Vantage scope so that the reticule can be seen more clearly through the Scopemate. 

[oldypigeonpopper]

4 minutes ago, steve_b_wales said:

The battery in the Scopemate is a 1860 one, and one was included, although not a good make so I'll change it. The CR32 battery was fitted to my Hawke Vantage scope so that the reticule can be seen more clearly through the Scopemate. 

Hello, Ah ok, 18650s ?? CR 32  a button battery, Must look harder 😒 , I get my 18650s from Torchy Boy with first a PM on suitable battery , Look forward to your views and photos/ videos Steve👍

Edited Tuesday at 15:37 by oldypigeonpopper

[steve_b_wales]

1 hour ago, oldypigeonpopper said:

Hello, Ah ok, 18650s ?? CR 32  a button battery, Must look harder 😒 , I get my 18650s from Torchy Boy with first a PM on suitable battery , Look forward to your views and photos/ videos Steve👍

Yes, 18650's, my mistake. I get mine from Ecolux (Norbet Polyak) who sells top quality ones. 

Also, I bought it at the right time from Brownells UK as they have put the price back up to £429:90. 

Edited Tuesday at 16:37 by steve_b_wales

[oldypigeonpopper]

On 21/01/2025 at 15:42, steve_b_wales said:

Yes, 18650's, my mistake. I get mine from Ecolux (Norbet Polyak) who sells top quality ones. 

Also, I bought it at the right time from Brownells UK as they have put the price back up to £429:90. 

Hello Steve, I see that, I wonder how many they sold, Keep us posted on how goes with your S 18 Scope Mate, I bought a new N/V to replace my old Photon, Will have to wait for some warmer weather before i can try out, This one is suppose to be easy setting up !!!!!!