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There’s a wide choice of illuminated reticle scopes on the market and here we put six standard scopes to the test.
Scopes seem to have proliferated in the rifle accessories market lately, with new models from existing manufacturers appearing regularly and new brands of scope popping up every time you scan the ads in Shooting Times.
The desire, if not the need, for an illuminated reticle in your scope seems to entice a lot of shooters these days, but what do you look for in a scope of this type and do you actually need one?
I chose six standard rifle-scopes from established manufacturers, which are typical of the type you would fit to a deer or fox rifle, or a rabbit gun, if you?re feeling flush!
Having the capability to illuminate your reticle and give a clear aiming mark certainly increases the usefulness of your rifle-scope, especially when the light fades.
Even in daylight conditions, a fine reticle can disappear among the foliage and an illuminated option can solve this problem.
NIGHTFORCE NXS 2.5-10×32
£1,439.48
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