![]() ![]() Our HD glass gives you the utmost contrast, light transmission, and the sharpest image possible, while a step up to our ED glass gives you an image with no chromatic fringe, so the final result brings the clearest and sharpest image to your eyes. Most Athlon Optics rifle scopes feature either HD or ED glass. Our XPL coatings give you an extra layer of protection on the exterior lenses from dirt, oil, and scratches. Our advanced fully multi-coated lenses give you better light transmission to bring optimum brightness and true color across the entire light spectrum. Athlon rifle scopes offer HD or ED glass, as well as advanced fully multi-coated lenses with XPL coatings. A larger objective lens is capable of gathering more light and will present a brighter image. For example, the Ares ETR 4.5 – 30×56 FFP means this particular scope has a 56mm objective lens. Objective lenses are measured in milliliters and is the number following the “x” in riflescope specifications. ![]() This is what is responsible for gathering light and the image of the target. The objective lens faces forward towards the muzzle of the firearm. By adjusting the parallax you’re able to focus your target image at variable distances. Athlon scopes feature an exceptional close focus and a range of adjustment out to infinity. Some Athlon scopes feature a precision zero stop system to make sure your turret returns to your initial zero and your shots are right on every time.įor scopes that feature parallax adjustment, it is located on the left side of the turret housing. The elevation turret is located at the top of your Athlon Optics rifle scope and it adjusts the vertical alignment of your reticle. This adjustment is made by small increments, also referred to as “clicks” which you can hear when making the adjustment. The windage turret is located on the right hand side of your scope, adjusting the horizontal alignment of your reticle. When the power ring is on it’s highest magnification setting, objects will appear 30x (times) closer than what the naked eye would see. For example, the Ares ETR 4.5 – 30×56 FFP means that when the power ring of this particular scope is set to the lowest magnification level, objects appear 4.5x (times) closer than the naked eye sees them. Riflescopes with high magnification, or scopes for long-range shooting should be equipped with a parallax adjustment because even slight sighting errors can. You will see the minimum magnification listed as the first number in the specification of all Athlon Optics riflescopes. Depending on your scope of choice the magnification range will change. The magnification ring refers to the ability to zoom in and out on your target. The eye piece holds the ocular lens in place and allows you to use the fast focus to make adjustments to the focus of your reticle. The eye piece is the part of the scope a shooter looks through when they aim. ![]() So what sets Athlon Optics scopes apart from the rest? Let’s take a look at the anatomy of an Athlon rifle scope so you can see exactly why Athlon Optics are superior quality at an unbeatable price. If you’re looking to purchase a new rifle scope you’re probably looking to get the most “bang” for your buck. ![]()
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