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Hawke Sport Optics Airmax 30 3-12x40mm Compact Rifle Scope 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane
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Eye relief issue

by Florida Man, Verified Owner from FL, United States Written on June 13, 2021
So the description says eye relief is 76mm (3 inches)
In real use the eye relief is about 2.5 inches.
I had it mounted to a highly modified Crosman 1322, 14.5" barrel etc. I understand the Crosman stock for these pistols is not great for cheek weld. I put back on my Hawke Vantage 4x32mm AO. I cannot say enough good things about that scope, which has a 3.5" relief. I thought the 3" advertised relief would be enough.
I am going to give the Airmax 30 SF Compact 3-12x40 a chance on a Flashpup i just ordered. I really hope it works out with that rifle.
I have had scopes that cost 4x as much as the Hawkes and I will put their glass right up there with them. I will buy another Vantage 4x32 AO for other future projects. I kind of wish I ordered another scope in their Vantage line and not the Airmax.
Personally, I can't get a feel for a scope until it has been used on rings. So here I am. I really hope it works with the Flashpup. I will update.
Pros:
  • glass
Cons:
  • eye relief
Best Used for:
  • Waiting on a rifle it will work with
Would recommend: No
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