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Hawke Vantage 30 WA SF 4-16x50 IR SF Rifle Scope

Versatile, affordable, exceptional. Vantage from Hawke is redefining value in optics. Ideal for mid to long range hunting. Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Vantage 30 WA SF 4-16x50 IR SF Rifle Scope
Hawke Vantage 30 WA SF 4-16x50 IR SF Rifle Scope. Simplicity is underrated. Sometimes there is no need for bells and whistles. When you need a solid product to do the job you can rely on Vantage scopes to deliver time after time. Vantage brings functionality and performance in the field without cutting corners on the things that matter.
5 star review (1) RRP £279.00 £259.00 Order Now - 7-10 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 30 WA FFP 4-16x50 Rifle Scope

Versatile, affordable, exceptional. Vantage from Hawke is redefining value in optics. Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FFP 4-16x50 Rifle Scope Save £80
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FFP 4-16x50 Rifle Scope. For the first time Hawke's First Focal Plane range is available in the popular Vantage range of riflescope with the expected Hawke quality focused on functionality and performance; delivering beyond what is expected at the price point.
5 star review (1) RRP £329.00 £249.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 30 WA FFP 6-24x50 Rifle Scope

Versatile, affordable, exceptional. Vantage from Hawke is redefining value in optics. Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FFP 6-24x50 Rifle Scope Save £90
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FFP 6-24x50 Rifle Scope. For the first time Hawke's First Focal Plane range is available in the popular Vantage range of riflescope with the expected Hawke quality focused on functionality and performance; delivering beyond what is expected at the price point.
5 star review (3) RRP £349.00 £259.00 Out of stock
 

Hawke Endurance 30 WA SF 4-16x50 IR SF Rifle Scope

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA SF 4-16x50 IR SF Rifle Scope Save £180
Hawke Endurance 30 WA SF 4-16x50 IR SF Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
5 star review (3) RRP £479.00 From £299.00 Check stock Purchase Options

Hawke Endurance 30 WA SF 6-24x50 IR SF Rifle Scope

Stunning field of view! Choice of ballistic reticle designs! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA SF 6-24x50 IR SF Rifle Scope Save £190
Hawke Endurance 30 WA SF 6-24x50 IR SF Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
5 star review (1) RRP £489.00 From £299.00 Check stock Purchase Options

Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1-4x24 IR Rifle Scope - Exposed Turrets

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1-4x24 IR Rifle Scope - Exposed Turrets Save £260
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1-4x24 IR Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
  RRP £539.00 £279.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options
 

Hawke Endurance 30 WA 2.5-10x50 IR Rifle Scope - Exposed Turrets

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 2.5-10x50 IR Rifle Scope - Exposed Turrets
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 2.5-10x50 IR Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
  RRP £579.00 £529.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Endurance 30 WA 3-12x56 IR Rifle Scope - Exposed Turrets

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 3-12x56 IR Rifle Scope - Exposed Turrets
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 3-12x56 IR Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
  RRP £599.00 £549.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1-4x24 IR Rifle Scope

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1-4x24 IR Rifle Scope Save £260
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1-4x24 IR Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
5 star review (1) RRP £539.00 £279.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options
 

Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1.5-6x44 IR Rifle Scope

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1.5-6x44 IR Rifle Scope
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 1.5-6x44 IR Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
  RRP £549.00 £499.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Endurance 30 WA 2.5-10x50 IR Rifle Scope

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 2.5-10x50 IR Rifle Scope
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 2.5-10x50 IR Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
  RRP £579.00 £529.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Endurance 30 WA 3-12x56 IR Rifle Scope

Stunning field of view giving you the best sight possible! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 3-12x56 IR Rifle Scope Save £100
Hawke Endurance 30 WA 3-12x56 IR Rifle Scope. The Endurance line of scopes feature the brand new Wide Angle optical system boasting a stunning field of view aimed to give you the best sight possible, while keeping an important 4 inch/102mm eye relief.
  RRP £599.00 £499.00 In stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 1-4x24 IR Riflescope

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
New
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 1-4x24 IR Riflescope. An extensive range of scopes to suit all calibres and disciplines. All Vantage riflescopes feature our H2 optics in a variety of configurations. IR models feature precision glass etched reticles with multi-stage illumination in both red and green. The unprecedented Fibre Dot reticles give an intensely bright red illuminated center dot that really can be called daylight bright.
  RRP £349.00 £329.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 1-8x24 IR Riflescope

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
New
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 1-8x24 IR Riflescope. An extensive range of scopes to suit all calibres and disciplines. All Vantage riflescopes feature our H2 optics in a variety of configurations. IR models feature precision glass etched reticles with multi-stage illumination in both red and green. The unprecedented Fibre Dot reticles give an intensely bright red illuminated center dot that really can be called daylight bright.
3 star review (1) RRP £469.00 £449.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 2.5-10x50 IR Riflescope

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
New
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 2.5-10x50 IR Riflescope. An extensive range of scopes to suit all calibres and disciplines. All Vantage riflescopes feature our H2 optics in a variety of configurations. IR models feature precision glass etched reticles with multi-stage illumination in both red and green. The unprecedented Fibre Dot reticles give an intensely bright red illuminated center dot that really can be called daylight bright.
  RRP £389.00 £369.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options
 

Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 3-12x56 IR Riflescope

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
New
Hawke Vantage 30 WA FD 3-12x56 IR Riflescope. An extensive range of scopes to suit all calibres and disciplines. All Vantage riflescopes feature our H2 optics in a variety of configurations. IR models feature precision glass etched reticles with multi-stage illumination in both red and green. The unprecedented Fibre Dot reticles give an intensely bright red illuminated center dot that really can be called daylight bright.
  RRP £429.00 £409.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 34 SF FFP 3-18x50 SF IR Rifle Scope

Hawke Frontier 34 SF FFP 3-18x50 SF IR Rifle Scope. Supreme accuracy for rifle shooting, driven and hunting applications. All models feature Hawke's new H7 optics with high zoom ratio, supreme clarity and light transmission. Precision build components and larger 34mm monotube construction designed for extreme long range shooting.
  RRP £1059.00 £999.00 Check stock Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 34 SF FFP 5-30x56 SF IR Rifle Scope

Hawke Frontier 34 SF FFP 5-30x56 SF IR Rifle Scope. Supreme accuracy for rifle shooting, driven and hunting applications. All models feature Hawke's new H7 optics with high zoom ratio, supreme clarity and light transmission. Precision build components and larger 34mm monotube construction designed for extreme long range shooting.
  RRP £1119.00 £1069.00 Check stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Frontier 30 SF FFP 3-15x50 SF IR Rifle Scope

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Save £200
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
  RRP £899.00 £699.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 30 SF FFP 4-20x50 SF IR Rifle Scope

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
  RRP £949.00 £899.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 30 SF FFP 5-25x56 SF IR Rifle Scope

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
  RRP £999.00 £949.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options
 

Hawke Frontier 30 SF 2.5-15x50 SF IR Rifle Scope

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Save £180
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
5 star review (2) RRP £779.00 £599.00 Check stock Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 30 SF 4-24x50 SF IR Rifle Scope

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Save £200
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
4.5 star review (2) RRP £839.00 £639.00 Check stock Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 30 SF 5-30x56 SF IR Rifle Scope

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Save £200
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
  RRP £899.00 £699.00 Check stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Frontier 30 1-6x24 IR Rifle Scope (Low Profile Turrets)

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Save £250
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
  RRP £699.00 £449.00 Check stock Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 30 1-6x24 IR Rifle Scope - Tactical Dot

Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view and crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience! Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty!
Save £250
Hawke's flagship riflescopes feature a selection of First Focal Plane (FFP) and Second Focal Plane (SFP) optical systems, designed to give shooters ultimate flexibility in the field. The index matched lenses set the Frontier apart from its rivals. Exceptional clarity throughout the field of view, together with crisp image transmission ensure an unsurpassed viewing experience. The optical system with its wide magnification range, provides increased flexibility when transitioning between close and
  RRP £699.00 £449.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options

Hawke Frontier 30 FD 1-8x24 (Exposed Turret) Riflescope

New
Hawke Frontier 30 FD 1-8x24 (Exposed Turret) Riflescope. Supreme accuracy for rifle shooting, driven and hunting applications. All models feature Hawke's new H7 optics with high zoom ratio, supreme clarity and light transmission.
  RRP £799.00 £749.00 Check stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Frontier 30 FD 1-10x24 (Exposed Turret) Riflescope

New
Hawke Frontier 30 FD 1-10x24 (Exposed Turret) Riflescope. Supreme accuracy for rifle shooting, driven and hunting applications. All models feature Hawke's new H7 optics with high zoom ratio, supreme clarity and light transmission.
  RRP £899.00 £849.00 Check stock Purchase Options

Hawke Fast Mount 4x32 Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Fast Mount 4x32 Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
      £47.99 Pre Order Purchase Options

Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x40 Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Save £10
Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x40 Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
  WAS £59.99 £49.00 In stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x40 AO Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Save £10
Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x40 AO Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
  WAS £69.99 £59.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x50 Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x50 Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
  WAS £74.99 £69.99 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x50 AO Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Fast Mount 3-9x50 AO Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
4 star review (1)     £74.99 Pre Order Purchase Options
 

Hawke Fast Mount IR 3-9x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Fast Mount IR 3-9x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
5 star review (2) WAS £99.99 £89.99 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Fast Mount IR 3-12x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Fast Mount IR 3-12x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
  WAS £114.99 £94.99 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Fast Mount IR 4-16x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Save £25
Hawke Fast Mount IR 4-16x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
5 star review (1) WAS £124.99 £99.99 In stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Fast Mount IR 6-24x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
Hawke Fast Mount IR 6-24x50 AO IR Rifle Scope with Mounts. Based on the Vantage, the Fast Mount range offers a 2 piece tube chassis with a red and green illuminated reticle and optional adjustable objective and includes mounts.
5 star review (2)     £104.99 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke 1x30 Red Dot Sight (Red/Green) - 3MOA Dot - Weaver/9–11mm

New
Hawke 1x30 Red Dot Sight (Red/Green) - 3MOA Dot - Weaver/9–11mm.
4.5 star review (2) RRP £59.00 £49.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Reflex Dot Sight - 3 MOA

Easy to use - hard to beat!
Hawke Reflex Dot Sight - 3 MOA.
5 star review (2) RRP £169.00 £149.00 In stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Reflex Dot Sight - 3 MOA Wide View

Easy to use - hard to beat!
Hawke Reflex Dot Sight - 3 MOA Wide View.
5 star review (2) RRP £199.00 £179.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Reflex Dot Sight - Circle Dot (Wide View) - Weaver Rail

Hawke Reflex Dot Sight - Circle Dot (Wide View) - Weaver Rail. Endurance red dots are supplied with high quick release and low-profile weaver mounts.
4.5 star review (6) RRP £209.00 £189.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 1x20 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - Weaver

A new perspective on performance and value!
Hawke Vantage 1x20 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - Weaver.
4.5 star review (3) RRP £99.00 £89.00 In stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Vantage 1x25 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - Weaver

A new perspective on performance and value!
Hawke Vantage 1x25 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - Weaver.
5 star review (3) RRP £105.00 £95.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 1x30 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - Weaver

A new perspective on performance and value!
Hawke Vantage 1x30 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - Weaver.
4.5 star review (9) RRP £119.00 £109.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 1x20 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - 9-11mm Dovetail

A new perspective on performance and value!
Hawke Vantage 1x20 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - 9-11mm Dovetail.
4.5 star review (5) RRP £99.00 £89.00 In stock Purchase Options
 

Hawke Vantage 1x25 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - 9-11mm Dovetail

A new perspective on performance and value!
Hawke Vantage 1x25 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - 9-11mm Dovetail.
5 star review (5) RRP £105.00 £95.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Vantage 1x30 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - 9-11mm Dovetail

A new perspective on performance and value!
Save £24
Hawke Vantage 1x30 Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot - 9-11mm Dovetail.
4.5 star review (6) RRP £119.00 £95.00 In stock Purchase Options

Hawke Endurance Red Dot Sight - 1x25 - 3 MOA

Easy to use - hard to beat!
Hawke Endurance Red Dot Sight - 1x25 - 3 MOA.
  RRP £169.00 £149.00 Order Now - 2-5 Days Purchase Options
 
 
 

Shooting Optics

What Are Shooting Optics and How Do They Work?

Shooting optics are precision optical devices designed to improve accuracy, target acquisition, and overall shooting confidence across a wide range of disciplines. Commonly used in hunting, target shooting, pest control, and professional field sports, shooting optics include rifle scopes, dot sights, and essential rifle scope accessories that help shooters see clearly, aim precisely, and perform consistently in varied conditions.

At their core, shooting optics enhance the shooter’s visual connection with the target. Rifle scopes use a combination of lenses and internal reticles to magnify distant targets while maintaining alignment with the firearm. Dot sights, often favoured for fast-paced or short-range shooting, project an illuminated aiming point that allows for rapid target engagement with both eyes open. Accessories such as mounts, sunshades, and lens covers ensure optics remain secure, protected, and optimised for real-world use.

Whether mounted on a hunting rifle for ethical shot placement or fitted to a competition setup for repeatable accuracy, quality shooting optics transform how effectively a shooter can operate in the field.

How to Choose the Right Shooting Optics for Your Needs

Selecting the right shooting optics depends on how, where, and what you shoot. A well-matched optic should complement your firearm, shooting distance, and environment rather than overcomplicating your setup.

Magnification and Zoom Range

Magnification is one of the first considerations. Lower magnification scopes are ideal for woodland stalking or moving targets, while higher magnification suits long-range shooting on open ground. Variable zoom scopes offer flexibility, allowing shooters to adapt to different distances without changing optics.

Objective Lens Size and Light Transmission

The objective lens controls how much light enters the scope. Larger objective lenses typically provide a brighter image, especially useful at dawn or dusk. However, they also add size and weight, so balance is key for mobile hunters or lightweight builds.

Reticles and Illumination

Modern reticles range from simple crosshairs to advanced ballistic designs. Illuminated reticles are particularly valuable in low-light conditions, ensuring the aiming point remains visible against dark backgrounds. Choosing a reticle that matches your shooting style can significantly improve speed and precision.

Durability and Build Quality

Shooting optics must withstand recoil, weather, and rough handling. Look for features such as shock resistance, nitrogen purging, and sealed housings. For demanding environments, rugged construction is just as important as optical clarity.

For shooters building a complete setup, browsing optics and accessories alongside shooting accessories helps ensure compatibility and long-term reliability.

Top Shooting Optics Brands and Models at Uttings

Uttings stocks a carefully selected range of shooting optics from trusted, performance-driven manufacturers. These brands are known for consistent quality, reliable mechanics, and optical clarity that performs in real field conditions.

Rifle scopes in the range cater to everything from entry-level shooters seeking dependable performance to professionals requiring advanced adjustment systems and premium glass. Dot sights provide lightweight, fast-acquisition solutions ideal for dynamic shooting scenarios, while rifle scope accessories ensure every optic is mounted securely and protected for long-term use.

Customers often explore shooting optics alongside airguns or rifles to create a balanced, purpose-built shooting system tailored to their discipline.

Shooting Optics Tips and Expert Advice

Getting the most from your shooting optics goes beyond installation. Correct mounting height, proper eye relief, and accurate zeroing all play a role in achieving consistent results. Beginners benefit from starting with simpler reticles and moderate magnification, allowing them to focus on fundamentals without distraction.

Experienced shooters often fine-tune their setup for specific applications. For example, a long-range target shooter may prioritise precise turret adjustments and repeatable tracking, while a hunter may focus on low-light performance and fast reticle visibility. Regular lens cleaning, checking mount torque, and storing optics correctly will also extend lifespan and maintain clarity.

When paired with quality shooting clothing and reliable field gear, well-chosen shooting optics become a dependable extension of the shooter rather than just an accessory.

Why Buy Shooting Optics at Uttings

Uttings is a family-run business based in Norwich, established in 1976, with decades of experience serving the outdoor and field sports community. Known for stocking premium products from the world’s leading brands, Uttings combines specialist knowledge with a genuine passion for the outdoors.

With over 45,000 five-star Trustpilot reviews, customers trust Uttings for expert advice, fast delivery, and dependable customer service. Whether you are upgrading existing equipment or investing in your first optic, Uttings provides the reassurance of experience-backed guidance and a carefully curated product range.

Shooting Optics FAQs

What magnification is best for shooting optics?

The best magnification depends on distance and use. Low magnification suits close-range and moving targets, while higher magnification is better for long-range precision shooting.

What does objective lens size mean on a rifle scope?

The objective lens size affects brightness and light transmission. Larger lenses gather more light, improving visibility in low-light conditions.

Are dot sights better than rifle scopes?

Dot sights excel at fast target acquisition and short-range shooting, while rifle scopes are better for precision and longer distances.

How important is eye relief?

Eye relief determines how far your eye can be from the optic while maintaining a full image. Proper eye relief improves comfort and safety.

What is field of view in shooting optics?

Field of view refers to how much of the scene you can see through the optic. A wider field of view helps with tracking moving targets.

Do shooting optics need to be weatherproof?

Yes, weatherproofing protects optics from moisture, fog, and temperature changes, ensuring reliable performance outdoors.

What are rifle scope accessories used for?

Accessories such as mounts, lens covers, and sunshades improve stability, protection, and usability of shooting optics.

Can beginners use high-magnification scopes?

Beginners can use them, but moderate magnification is often easier to manage and better for learning shooting fundamentals.

How often should shooting optics be re-zeroed?

Re-zeroing is recommended after transport, heavy use, or if accuracy appears inconsistent.

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