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Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes description

Hawke Frontier 30 SF (side Focus) rifle scopes are the top end hunting rifle scopes from the company Hawke. These rifle scopes are made specifically for hunting use, and with 6 times zoom range these scopes are very suitable for different hunting situations. Both models that are curently available can be ordered wit a LR Dot reticle, that was designed for a typical .308 trajectory, which is very popular between hunters. The bigger model, Hawke Frontier 30 SF 5-30x50 can also be ordered with a TMX reticle, that is MIL based on 20 magnification, for easy holdovers and wind corections. Both reticles are set in the second focal plane (reticle size doesn't change with magnification)

Both models have fully multi coated lenses with 21 layers of coating, which ensures good light transmission, contrast and resolution. The reticle is etched into glass to withstand big caliber recoil, and is illuminated with 11 brightnes settings in red color, that is usable in the dark and even at bright day-light.

The main tube is made from a single piece aluminum for more strenght, and the mounting diameter is 30 mm so many mounting solutions are available. The whole housing is filled for dry nitrogen to prevent internal fogging at low temperatures. The turrets are capped for protection against accidental movement, and the magnification ring is ruberized for easy use even with gloves. Hawke Frontier SF rifle scopes feature also a side parallax adjustment turret, that goes from 10 yards (9 meters) to infinity (2.5-15x50 model) and by the bigger model, Hawke Frontier 30 SF 5-30x50 the parallax adjustment goes from 30 yards ( 27 meters ) to infinity.

Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes features

Reliable mechanics in one-piece housing (shockproof)
Waterproof and nitrogen purged for Fogproof use at low temperatures
Second Focal Plane reticles (reticle size doesn't change with zoom)
Multi coated lenses for image brightness and contrast
Adjustable parallax
Variable magnification (6 times zoom ratio)
Illumination control (11 brightness settings)
10 years warranty

Hawke Frontier 30 SF configurations

Hawke Frontier 30 SF 2.5-15x50 (for all-round use)
Hawke Frontier 30 SF 4-24×50 (for long range hunting)

Mounting of Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes

The Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes can only be mounted with 30 mm rings.

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A riflescope is an important piece of equipment when hunting in the mountains. Such hunts are strenuous – the hunter has to be in good physical condition. Hiking to the desired location and back to the starting point usually takes hours, not to mention that the shot game (if any) has to be carried when returning.

A riflescope is an important piece of equipment when hunting in the mountains

General features

It is important not to carry to much weight when going on a mountain hunt. For this reason, the riflescopes in this category are compact and lightweight. The objective lens measures 40–50 mm in diameter – a bigger lens is not required as mounting hunting is mostly done during the daytime.

It is important to have a high maximum magnification as the distance to the observed game can be quite substantial. A magnification of at least 10x is recommended. An adjustable parallax is a must when high magnification is set.

A BDC-turret comes in handy as the user can quickly compensate for the bullet drop at various distances (1 – 100 m, 2 – 200 m, 3 – 300 m, etc.)

To summarize, the features of a typical optics designed for mountain hunting are:

A light, compact chassis
40–50mm objective lens
High maximum magnification (above 10x)
Adjustable parallax setting
Optionally available with a BDC turret

Use on mountain rifles

Since minimizing the weight is the key to a mountain hunt success, the primary piece of equipment is a lightweight rifle. Such rifles are often referred to as mountain rifles.

These firearms, designed for use in mountainous terrain, are compact and designed to withstand adverse weather conditions. Popular choices include repeating short-barrel rifles and single-shot drop barrel rifles such as Blaser K95 Stutzen and Merkel K3 Stutzen.

These lightweight rifles and riflescopes mentioned above are a great combination.

Long-range shooting

In the mountains, the distance to the observed game can be huge, especially in the open ground. For this reason, these riflescopes are equipped with a high maximum magnification power, allowing the user to carefully examine the game before taking the shot.

Furthermore, they feature an adjustable parallax turret for a clear focus at any range. A BDC turret works well in such situations as it allows quick compensation for the bullet drop at various distances. In the majority of cases, shooting in the mountains is done at distances up to 400 m.

Shooting at greater distances than this is rarely pulled off as it violates the principles of the ethical hunt.

Riflescopes for mountain hunting are designed for long-range shooting

Riflescopes for mountain hunting vs stalking

These two types of riflescopes appear identical at first sight as they are both compact and lightweight. There are, however, many differences between them. The most notable is the magnification range. Riflescopes designed for stalking have a much lower maximum magnification.

Consequently, they lack an adjustable parallax feature. Because of lower magnification, it is difficult to shoot accurately at a target far away. Riflescopes designed for stalking are scarcely offered with a BDC turret.

Riflescopes for mountain hunting aren't suitable for driven hunts because their minimum magnification is too big and field of view too narrow. Even though the magnification range of riflescopes designed for stalking doesn't begin at 1x, they can still be used in a driven hunt (the lowest magnification is often 1.5x, 2x or 3x).

Illumination

All the premium riflescopes for mountain hunting are equipped with an illuminated reticle, even though it is not an essential feature. Mountain hunting is done during the day, meaning that you won't have to use the illumination often but it might come in handy in certain situations. Having a thin reticle is far more important – you don't want to have too much coverage of the game when the magnification is set to high power.

It is important not to carry to much weight when going on a mountain hunt

Best riflescopes for hunting in the mountains

Optics manufacturers with headquarters near the mountainous areas tend to have the best understanding of the mountain hunters' requirements. If you are looking for top-of-the-line riflescopes for mountain hunting, Austrian (Swarovski, Kahles) and German riflescopes (Zeiss, Leica, etc.) won't let you down.

Leupold has an extensive offer of high-quality riflescopes suitable for this purpose, and Vortex is also highly competitive in this field with their LH riflescopes.

A short presentation of Riflescopes for Mountain Hunting is available here.

Hawke Frontier 30 SF Rifle Scopes.

Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes description

Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes features

Hawke Frontier 30 SF configurations

Mounting of Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes

Hawke Frontier 30 SF 2.5-15x50

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General features

To summarize, the features of a typical optics designed for mountain hunting are:

Use on mountain rifles

Long-range shooting

Riflescopes for mountain hunting vs stalking

Illumination

Best riflescopes for hunting in the mountains

Short Presentation | Riflescopes for Mountain- Hunting | Optics Trade from Optics-Trade

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Hawke Frontier 30 SF Rifle Scopes.

Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes description

Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes features

Hawke Frontier 30 SF configurations

Mounting of Hawke Frontier 30 SF rifle scopes

Hawke Frontier 30 SF 2.5-15x50

VIDEO

General features

To summarize, the features of a typical optics designed for mountain hunting are:

Use on mountain rifles

Long-range shooting

Riflescopes for mountain hunting vs stalking

Illumination

Best riflescopes for hunting in the mountains

Short Presentation | Riflescopes for Mountain- Hunting | Optics Trade from Optics-Trade

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