Steiner, the world's biggest manufacturer of military binoculars, renowned for military ruggedness and precision, complements its range with a comprehensive new line of military riflescopes for all purposes, from close range shots to precise long range targeting. Steiner has worked closely with Special Forces and international weapons experts to develop and design a truly innovative scope range based on the established principles for which Steiner binoculars are famous.
The new line of military riflescope includes five models which will meet a wide variety of tactical needs and applications. The new models include: 1-4 x 24mm, 3-12 x 50mm, 3-12 x 56mm, 4-16 x 50mm and 5-25 x 56mm. Scopes feature 4x zoom erectors for a wide field of view at low power plus the ability to zoom up and bring far objects into clear focus. The last model 5-25 x 56mm will offer even more flexibility with a generous 5x zoom. Reticles are on the front focal plane (except for the 1-4), and the rotary digital illumination offer 11 steps of illumination.
From their rugged, 1-piece 34mm tubes and world class Steiner optics, to the specially design G2 Mil Dot reticle, these scopes set a new standard for Steiner performance, quality and reliability. Three of the scopes, 3-12 x 50mm, 3-12 x 56 mm, 4-16 x 50mm, are already available and were extensively tested for ultimate precision and ruggedness. All scopes feature extensive 19.5 mils of elevation and 5 mils of windage adjustment, and side mounted parallax/focus adjustment. Fully multi-coated optics increase contrast and edge-to-edge clarity for maximum visual acuity.
The windage and elevation knobs are designed for precise adjustment. The dials are calibrated so that one click equals 0.1 mRAD. The windage knob, located on the right side of the tube, is calibrated for up to 5 mils of adjustment for both left and right adjustment. All adjustments are indicated by detents and audible clicks, and hard stops at both ends of the adjustment range prevent shooters from getting lost on the dial.
For shooting at extreme distances, the elevation knob offers up to 19.5 mils and two revolutions of adjustment. The first revolution or 100 clicks are indicated by white scale on the knob. On the second revolution (101 to 195), a small elevation rotation indicator pops out at the base of the turret to remind the shooter to use the second scale indicated by grey numbers on the dial.
Parallax adjustment is located on the left side of the scope, letting the shooter make adjustments without removing his eye from the scope. These scopes also feature a large eye box for more comfortable viewing and faster target recovery after the shot. This turret also houses rotary illumination switch for the reticle. The switch has 11 intensity levels and a battery saver position in between each level. There are 'off' positions at the minimum and maximum ranges. Each level also has a detent to prevent unintended changes during use.
Like all Steiner optics, they are waterproof, fogproof and shockproof.
The new 3-12 x 50mm, with its lower mounting height, makes this scope a good choice for use on police squad rifles or AR-style platforms. The 3-12 power range is versatile enough for any scenario from close range to long-range sniping.
The new 3-12 x 50mm features a larger objective lens and exceptional low-light performance. The wider field of view at 3x magnification is ideal for urban environments and tactical oversight.
The 4-16 x 50 mm is a versatile choice for most tactical operations. At 4x magnification, it provides a wider field of view for quicker target acquisition, while at 16x power this scope is extremely well-suited for long-range target engagement.
Later in 2011, the new 5-25 x 56mm military scope will come on line, designed for use on long range tactical and sniper rifles. Extremely high magnification and elevation travel allow extension of practical shooting range beyond 1,500 meters. The 5x zoom makes it extremely versatile, while the large 56mm objective provides outstanding visibility even in lowest light conditions.
The new 1-4 x 24mm military scope will be the perfect optic for assault weapons and CQB engagements. With a true 1x magnification, the user can easily shoot with both eyes open for better situational awareness. This scope comes with a specially developed ballistic reticle for both accurate ranging and quick target recognition. Windage and elevation knobs feature a '0' stop and ten mils per rotation. Click adjustments are .1 mil. The reticle is also illuminated and unmatched for reticle visibility.
The new Steiner military scopes were already presented this year at Shot Show in Las Vegas, USA and IWA in Nuremberg, Germany.
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