Optical and collimator sights allow you to direct weapons more accurately and hit the target more effectively. This greatly increases the justification for the use of cartridges and other costs associated with hunting. Corral and rowed species require high accuracy and visibility of the optical device. Waiting in ambush or shooting on the move need high speed aiming with a sudden appearance of prey. The best sights for all types of hunting are presented in our ranking.
Top riflescopes
When an animal is driven into a certain zone, then the hunt begins on the principle of a raid. It requires frequent guidance and use of sight. Optical models allow you to observe, bring the object closer and aim more accurately. Here are the best devices of this action.
Yukon Jaeger Huntsman 3-9x40 - with a wide choice of grid
This is a universal optical model for hunting from close and medium distances. A convenient diopter adjustment wheel is on the left, which allows you to adjust with one hand (left) and keep your finger on the trigger (right) at the same time.
The multiplicity varies from 3 to 9 and is set at the end of the device closest to the eye. When buying, you can choose the option of the applied grid: a cross with a point, a semi-cross with a point, a semi-cross with divisions for calculating the distance.
Pros:
- lens diameter of 40 mm, which gives great light penetration;
- backlight brightness adjustment;
- closed housing design without dust and debris on the internal elements of the optics;
- highlight red center point to improve visual perception;
- adjustable multiplicity from 3 to 9 times allows you to hunt and observe without changing positions;
- exit pupil diameter from 4.44 to 13.33 mm well manifests itself in twilight time;
- The relative brightness of 117 units helps to see clearly the target in low light conditions;
- filling with nitrogen prevents sweating;
- the distance of the extreme lens from the pupil by 90 mm makes it possible to use optics with glasses;
- waterproof case model.
Minuses:
- high cost (19,000 rubles);
- the backlight is powered by a preformed battery (without it, it works like binoculars with markings);
- suitable for hunting from a distance of not more than 300 m;
- the weight of 620 grams without batteries slightly overloads the weapon for firing from the hands.
Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 - withstands powerful recoil
This is a modern optical sight with a strong body that can withstand strong recoil up to 1000 J. It can be used on various rifles and cartridges with shotguns.
Fast shooting is possible due to the rotary-step mechanism for adjusting the reticle. The latter has the standard Duplex, suitable for various hunting styles - from mountain areas to dense forests. The sight can zoom in on objects from 3 to 9 times.
Pros:
- high light transmittance lenses up to 98%;
- a lens 40 mm in diameter with a deep visor ensures no glare and good visibility;
- affordable cost (from 12,000 rubles);
- caps on the lens and eyepiece are bound by a rubber band and will not be lost;
- protective covers are provided for adjustment wheels that do not allow the scale of diopters to be erased for a long time;
- gas filling of the case allows you to quickly change the place of observation or hunting, without waiting for the natural removal of the internal condensate;
- the opaque case does not collect dirt on itself;
- exit pupil diameter, with a maximum approximation of 4.4 mm, gives a good image display at twilight time;
- diopter adjustment allows the device to be used by people with poor eyesight without glasses;
- light weight (425 g);
- lifetime warranty;
- waterproof case (you can hunt in the pouring rain and even drop the scope into the water).
Minuses:
- The large outer diameter of the lens is 50.3 mm and is inconvenient for quick installation of the gun in the case;
- There is no grid light.
Leupold VX-R 2-7x33 - with motion sensor
An interesting technology in an optical sight includes a bright highlight with the red point of the object in the center and a slight shading of the cross to create maximum focusing on the eye.
If the rifle does not move within five minutes, the backlight automatically turns off to save energy. At the slightest turn of the trunk, guidance again works without additional pressing the buttons. This speeds up and facilitates the process of aiming.
Pros:
- 8 levels of backlight intensity;
- VX-R technology with motion sensor;
- it is possible to select a grid with a metric division for accurate calculation of corrections when hunting in adverse weather conditions;
- pipe diameter of 30 mm, which exceeds the traditional possibilities for adjusting the vertical and horizontal position of the corrections of the tubes 2.75 mm;
- double spring recoil compensation allows you to quickly aim again;
- darkening the edges of the lenses for better focusing and contrast;
- brightness and sharpness due to multi-layer coating;
- protective coating on glass against scratches;
- the absence of lead and arsenic in the composition of the lenses gives increased optical clarity;
- absolute water tightness;
- 30 years warranty;
- The weight of 360 grams does not overload the weight of the gun, even when shooting from the hands.
Minuses:
- increase to 7 times not the highest;
- cost over 50,000 rubles;
- 33 mm lens diameter is inferior to cheaper models in the area of light penetration.
The best collimator sights
These types of sights have an output lens that captures an object into its field of view and displays the projected point directly into the human eye.
This does not require the location of the organs of vision on the same axis with the lenses and the target, and it accelerates aiming several times, which is suitable for sudden firing from ambush, with long waiting times, or for hunting in motion.
Hakko BED-17-30 MR-02 weaver - for any type of weapon
This is a universal model from the Japanese manufacturer, which has a mass of 137 grams and a length of 138 mm. This allows it to be placed on smooth-bore and rifled guns, air guns, short carbines and even pistols.
To aim the eye, it is enough to be no closer than 70 mm from the eyepiece. The backlight has 11 modes for any light that will not interfere with strong brightness or insufficient level.
Pros:
- closed body type does not allow dust to enter the aiming organs;
- 4 levels of the regulator of the stamp with a point, a cross, a circle and a dot, and a filled one (a circle with a cross and a dot);
- lens diameter of 30 mm is convenient for short rifles and pistols;
- suitable for any kind of hunting (short, corral);
- backlight battery for 300 hours;
- reasonable price (11,000 rubles);
- 10 years warranty;
- very small size and weight;
- can be installed on the weaver bar;
- the body is filled with nitrogen;
- arbitrary aiming distance.
Minuses:
- the amendment step ½ is inferior to the more accurate models in ¼;
- mount is not suitable for attaching a night vision device;
- There is no automatic brightness adjustment.
Docter Sight III 3.5 - the smallest in its class
Such a collimator sight is made in the open type and needs to be closed with a cover when transporting or carrying a weapon by an overweight.
Compact dimensions allow it to be used on short shotguns with a shot, whose recoil is 1200 J. It will fit even on a pistol. To aim it is necessary to bring the eye into the range of the device, which can be at an angle of 140-160 degrees relative to the target.
Pros:
- very small dimensions 46x25 mm;
- simple intuitive mount;
- operating time on one battery 140 hours;
- weight 25 grams;
- frosted glass without glare;
- waterproof design;
- Diode alarm about changing brightness modes and weak battery;
- ceramic coating on the lens;
- does not require re-adjustment of weapons after installation.
Minuses:
- the open system is covered with dust and debris from the cover, so it needs regular wiping with a napkin;
- brightness adjustment is done by tightening the bolt on the body, which requires a screwdriver;
- works without approximation.
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