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Tactical Scopes & Accessories: Next-Level Clarity and Precision for Every Mission

Whether you are a military operator, law enforcement officer, hunter, or prepared civilian, hitting your mark requires total visual clarity and rock-solid reliability. The right tactical scopes and tactical rifle scope systems transform your firearm from a basic firearm into an accurate long-distance platform. 

These optics and scopes are commonly used in tactical duty, target shooting, and backcountry hunting where fast target identification is vital. Upgrading your visual gear boosts accuracy, helps you see in low light, and improves overall safety. 

Key Features: Tactical Scopes vs Hunting Scope Options

Choosing between different rifle scopes comes down to your primary mission and engagement distances.

  • Tactical Scopes: Built with rugged outer armor, exposed elevation turrets, and illuminated reticles. Low Power Variable Optics (LPVOs) let you shift from 1x magnification for close quarters up to higher magnification for dynamic target shooting.
  • Hunting Scope: Designed primarily for light transmission in low light, simple crosshairs, and lightweight bodies that make walking through dense woods much easier.
  • Long Range Scopes: Utilize wide magnification ranges and First Focal Plane (FFP) reticles so your holdover measurements remain accurate at any zoom level.

Materials and Specifications for Scope Rings and Hardware

High-grade glass is useless if your setup moves under heavy recoil. To keep your sight zeroed, top manufacturers use aerospace materials and exact measurements.

Component / Specification

Material / Build Standard

Tactical Purpose & Benefit

Hardware Housing

7075-T6 or 6061-T6 Aluminum

Aircraft-grade strength that resists recoil shock without adding extra weight.

Exterior Finish

Type III Hardcoat Anodizing

Protects metal from scratches, corrosion, and harsh weather.

Internal Sealing

Nitrogen-Purged Construction

Keeps internal glass completely fog-proof and waterproof in freezing rain or humidity.

Ring & Mount Hardware

Cantilever & Multi-Cross-Bolt Clamps

Keeps standard scope rings and rifle scope rings tightly anchored to Picatinny rails.

Riser Architecture

2.26" Optical Centerline Height

An optic riser raises optics to allow a natural heads-up posture and night vision clearance.

Mounting Interfaces

High-Tolerance Dovetail Mount

Offers a repeatable, rock-solid lock for helmet night vision arms and optic mounts.

Adding quality rifle scope accessories like protective neoprene covers and honeycomb anti-reflection lenses protects your equipment while stopping lens glare from giving away your position.

Understanding MOA vs. MIL Measurements

  • Minute of Angle (MOA): One MOA measures about 1 inch at a distance of 100 yards, making it very easy for most shooters to visualize. As an example, many holographic sights feature a precise 1 MOA center dot for accurate aiming.
  • Milliradian (MIL): One MIL equals roughly 3.6 inches at 100 yards. It is highly preferable among military personnel and long-range precision shooters.
  • Making the Right Choice: Neither system is naturally better or more accurate than the other. You should simply choose the measurement system that your friends, instructors, or shooting partners use so you can easily communicate about wind and distance adjustments.

Red Dot Sights vs. Magnified Optics

  • Reflex and Holographic Sights: These zero-magnification sights project a reticle onto a glass window, allowing you to keep both eyes open. This preserves your peripheral vision and allows for extremely fast target acquisition at close ranges.
  • Low Power Variable Optics (LPVO): These scopes offer the best of both worlds, allowing you to transition instantly from true 1x magnification for close quarters up to higher magnifications for precise long-range shots.
  • High-Magnification Scopes: For distant targets, traditional magnified scopes let you identify exactly what you are looking at and use complex crosshairs to compensate for bullet drop.

Step-by-Step Guide to Mounting Optics Correctly

  • Match Your Hardware: Ensure your scope rings match the main tube diameter of your optic, typically 30mm, 34mm, or 35mm.
  • Set the Eye Relief: Modern rifles often use a cantilever mount that pushes the optic forward over the handguard. This ensures you have the perfect distance between your eye and the glass.
  • Prevent Hardware Damage: Using an incorrect ring size or tightening your hardware without a proper torque wrench can crush the tube, which ruins the optic's ability to hold zero.
  • Clearance and Posture: If you wear body armor, electronic headsets, or night vision gear, you should consider using elevated 2.26-inch mounts. This gives your head the physical clearance needed to aim comfortably without smashing your gear into the rifle stock.

Scopes & Accessories: Recommended Tactical Set-Up Combinations

To get peak performance out of your setup, consider these battle-proven configurations featuring gear available on Atomic Defense, organized by their core building blocks:

Rifle Scopes

  • The Modern Night Fighter: An EOTech EXPS3 holographic sight designed for fast, both-eyes-open target acquisition during close-quarters engagements.
  • The Patrol LPVO Setup: A Trijicon VCOG or Trijicon Credo variable optic that allows you to transition smoothly from 1x magnification up to higher zoom levels for mid-range targets.
  • The 24-Hour Long-Range Overwatch: A Trijicon Tenmile precision rifle scope engineered to give long range scopes maximum light transmission and clear reticle markings across extreme distances.

Scope Accessories

  • The Modern Night Fighter: A 3x or 5x flip-to-center magnifier paired with an Ops-Core helmet equipped with Gen 3 night vision goggles.
  • The Patrol LPVO Setup: A top-mounted piggyback red dot sight that allows you to immediately shoot at close range without taking time to turn down your main optic's zoom wheel.
  • The 24-Hour Long-Range Overwatch: A front-mounted thermal clip-on device (such as a Sig CV25 or iRay thermal unit) that lets you detect heat signatures in pitch darkness without losing your zero.

Scope Rings & Mounts

  • The Modern Night Fighter: A tall optic riser with a 2.26" centerline height to clear helmet-mounted night vision tubes, paired with a breakaway Wilcox helmet mount using a dovetail mount interface.
  • The Patrol LPVO Setup: A single-piece cantilever scope mount that reaches forward over the receiver rail to provide proper eye distance and keep your sight secure.
  • The 24-Hour Long-Range Overwatch: Heavy-duty precision scope rings and rifle scope rings that lock your primary glass tightly in place under heavy recoil.

Get Your Gear at Atomic Defense

When you need authentic, mission-ready optics, trust the experts. Atomic Defense operates as an authorized dealer for high-threat ballistic solutions, rifle scope accessories, and advanced electro-optical systems. We offer a massive ecosystem of premium tactical brands designed to build the modern operator's complete loadout.

Whether you are looking to buy scopes & accessories, advanced thermal units, or a reliable hunting scope, we provide the elite equipment you need to stay on target. Get your gear at Atomic Defense today and equip yourself with reliable performance built for any mission.

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  • DGWSXS3155P
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    ATN Corp X-Sight 5 | Day/Night Hunting Rifle Scope | 3-15X | Matte Finish | Black | 30mm Tube | Multi Reticle

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    ATN Corp X-Sight 5 | Day/Night Hunting Rifle Scope | 3-15X | Matte Finish | Black | 30mm Tube | Multi Reticle | Integrated Laser Range Finder

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  • ACCOSMS40467
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    ATN Corp TICO Scope Mounting System | 40mm Objective | 46.7mm Clamp | Matte Finish | Black

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    Upgrade your shooting setup with the ATN TICO LTV Scope Mounting System. This high-quality mounting system provides a tight and secure connection, ...

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    ATN Corp TICO Scope Mounting System | 50mm Objective | 58.4mm Clamp | Matte Finish | Black

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    Upgrade your shooting setup with the ATN TICO LTV Scope Mounting System. This high-quality mounting system provides a tight and secure connection, ...

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  • ACCOSMS44534
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    ATN Corp TICO Scope Mounting System | 44mm Objective | 53.4mm Clamp | Matte Finish | Black

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    Upgrade your shooting setup with the ATN TICO LTV Scope Mounting System. This high-quality mounting system provides a tight and secure connection, ...

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  • 05-405S
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    Geissele Automatics Super Precision | Mount | 30mm | Fits Vortex 1-6X Scope | Desert Dirt Color | Anodized Finish | Product Finishes | Shade Variations and Other Imperfections Are Normal Due to the Manufacturing Process

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    This AR-15 Scope Mount is part of The Geissele SOPMOD Certified Series features Geissele products currently in use by top tier military and counter...

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  • 05-381B
    05-329B
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    Geissele Automatics Super Precision | Mount | 30mm | Fits Vortex 1-6X Scopes | Black Color | Anodized Finish

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    This AR-15 Scope Mount is part of The Geissele SOPMOD Certified Series features Geissele products currently in use by top tier military and counter...

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  • AD-RECON-SL-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON-SL Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 30MM | Low Height | Black

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    American Defense MFG, LLC. was founded with an idea and hard work. The result was the patented QD Auto Lock System. KEY FEATURES: Precise Manufact...

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  • AD-RECON-30-TAC
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 2" Offset | 30MM | Standard Height | TAC Aluminum Levers | Black

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    The AD-RECON mount is made for putting high power glass onto a flattop style AR-15. The AD-Recon works with scopes with Objective Housings as large...

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  • AD-RECON-S-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON-S Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 30MM | Standard Height | Black

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  • AD-RECON-20MOA-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 20 MOA | 2" Offset | 30MM | Standard Height | Black

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  • AD-RECON-X-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON-X Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 3" Offset | 30MM | Standard Height | TAC Aluminum Levers | Black

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    American Defense MFG, LLC. was founded with an idea and hard work. The result was the patented QD Auto Lock System. KEY FEATURES: Precise Manufact...

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  • AD-RECON-SL-34-TAC
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON-SL Scope Mount | 34MM | Quick Release | Black Finish

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  • AD-RECON-M-34-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON | Quick Detach Scope Mount | 34mm | 1.70" Medium Height | Anodized Finish | Blac

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    The AD-RECON-M mount is made for putting high power glass onto a flattop style AR-15. Designed to be used in conjunction with a Laser Sighting Syst...

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  • AD-RECON-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 2" Offset | 30MM | Standard Height | Black

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  • AD-RECON-1-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 2" Offset | 1" | Standard Height | Black

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  • AD-RECON-34-TAC
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 2" Offset | 34MM | Standard Height | TAC Aluminum Levers | Black

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    The AD-RECON mount is made for putting high power glass onto a flattop style AR-15. The AD-Recon works with scopes with Objective Housings as large...

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  • AD-RECON-SL-34-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON-SL Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 2" Offset | 34MM | High Height | Titanium Lever System | Black

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    American Defense MFG, LLC. was founded with an idea and hard work. The result was the patented QD Auto Lock System. KEY FEATURES: Precise Manufact...

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  • AD-RECON-M-30-STD
    AD-RECON-H-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-RECON Scope Mount | Dual Quick Detach | Vertical Spit Rings | 2" Offset | 30MM | High Height | Black

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    American Defense MFG, LLC. was founded with an idea and hard work. The result was the patented QD Auto Lock System. KEY FEATURES: Precise Manufact...

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  • AD-DELTA-C-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. Delta Scope Mount | Quick Detach | Horizontal split rings | 2" Offset | Black

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    The AD-DELTA-C mount is made for putting high power glass onto a SCAR or flattop style AR15/AR10. The AD-DELTA-C is an offset scope mount with 2 in...

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  • AD-DELTA-C-M-30-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-DELTA | Quick Detach Scope Mount | 30mm | 1.70" Height | Anodized Finish | Black

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    The AD-DELTA-C-H mount is made for putting high power glass onto a flattop style AR-15. The AD-DELTA-C-H is a cantilever scope mount with 2"" of ey...

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  • AD-DELTA-C-M-34-STD
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    American Defense Mfg. AD-DELTA | Quick Detach Scope Mount | 34mm | 1.70" Height | Anodized Finish | Black

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    The AD-DELTA-C-H mount is made for putting high power glass onto a flattop style AR-15. The AD-DELTA-C-H is a cantilever scope mount with 2"" of ey...

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  • Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 | Rifle Scope | 3-15X Magnification | 50mm Objective | 30mm Main Tube Diameter | Illuminated FireDot 4 Fine Reticle | Matte Finish | Black

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    Built around Leupold's Professional-Grade Optical System, the VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15x50mm delivers best-in-class light transmission, edge-to-edge clarit...

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  • 185680

    Leupold SX-4 ProGuide HD Gen2 | Straight Spotting Scope | 20-60X Magnification | 85mm Objective | Shadow Gray

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    Built to deliver relentless performance and the best glassing experience all season long, the SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope should find a home w...

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  • 185681

    Leupold SX-4 ProGuide HD Gen2 | Angled Spotting Scope | 15-45X Magnification | 65mm Objective | Shadow Gray

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    Built to deliver relentless performance and the best glassing experience all season long, the SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope should find a home w...

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  • 185679

    Leupold SX-4 ProGuide HD Gen2 | Angled Spotting Scope | 20-60X Magnification | 85mm Objective | Shadow Gray

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    Built to deliver relentless performance and the best glassing experience all season long, the SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope should find a home w...

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  • 185458
    185456

    Leupold VX-4HD Rifle Scope | 4-16X Magnification | 50mm Objective | 30mm Main Tube | Duplex Reticle | Matte Finish | Black

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    The VX-4HD 4-16x50mm delivers proven Leupold performance for those who demand reliability and simplicity. Whether you're taking aim through the tre...

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  • 185457

    Leupold VX-4HD Rifle Scope | 4-16X Magnification | 50mm Objective | 30mm Main Tube | FireDot Twilight Hunter Reticle | Matte Finish | Black

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    The VX-4HD 4-16x50mm delivers proven Leupold performance for those who demand reliability and simplicity. Whether you're taking aim through the tre...

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  • 185684
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    Leupold SX-2 Alpine HD Gen2 | Angled Spotting Scope | 20-60X Magnification | 80mm Objective | Shadow Gray

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    The SX-2 Alpine HD spotting scope is a must have for all serious hunters or shooters who are looking to add HD performance to their optics kit. Cle...

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  • 185451

    Leupold VX-4HD Rifle Scope | 3-12X Magnification | 40mm Objective | 30mm Main Tube | Hunt-Plex Reticle | Matte Finish | Black

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    The VX-4HD 3-12x40mm delivers proven Leupold performance for those who demand reliability and simplicity. Whether you're taking aim through the tre...

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  • 185606

    Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope | 1-6X Magnification | 24mm Objective | 30mm Main Tube | FireDot Duplex Reticle | Second Focal Plane | Matte Finish | Black

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    The Patrol 6HD Gen 2 is built for speed, control, and confidence when situations unfold fast. Designed for dynamic environments where clarity and r...

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  • 185682
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    Leupold SX-4 ProGuide HD Gen2 | Straight Spotting Scope | 15-45X Magnification | 65mm Objective | Shadow Gray

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    Built to deliver relentless performance and the best glassing experience all season long, the SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope should find a home w...

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  • 185455

    Leupold VX-4HD Rifle Scope | 3-12X Magnification | 50mm Objective | 30mm Main Tube | FireDot Twilight Hunter Reticle | Matte Finish | Black

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    The VX-4HD 3-12x50mm delivers proven Leupold performance for those who demand reliability and simplicity. Whether you're taking aim through the tre...

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  • 185607

    Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope | 1-6X Magnification | 24mm Objective | 30mm Main Tube | Illuminated CMR2 Reticle | Second Focal Plane | Matte Finish | Black

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    The Patrol 6HD Gen 2 is built for speed, control, and confidence when situations unfold fast. Designed for dynamic environments where clarity and r...

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  • 185074

    Leupold Mark 5HD Rifle Scope | 7-35X56mm | 35mm | Tremor 3 | Matte Finish | Dark Earth | M5C3 ZeroLock Elevation Adjustment | First Focal Plane

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    Pick up a Mark 5HD and you'll feel the difference: it's up to 20 ounces lighter than other scopes in its class. Get behind one and you'll see the d...

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  • 185067

    Leupold Mark 5HD Rifle Scope | 3.6-18X44 | 35mm | Tremor 3 | Matte Finish | Dark Earth | M5C3 ZeroLock Elevation Adjustment | First Focal Plane

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    Pick up a Mark 5HD and you'll feel the difference: it's up to 20 ounces lighter than other scopes in its class. Get behind one and you'll see the d...

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