is this scope okay to use when it rains or does water get in it and is it shock proof and does it fog up in the rain or depending on weather ....I want to buy this scope but this is my concerns
1965532
Hunted with it for two seasons in rainy South Florida. No problems with water. Holds true. But, it's not the clearest scope out there. Good deal for the price, but it's not a Nikon. Over all satisfied, but not overly impressed.
1965533
Mine got rained on once and it worked perfectly still, no fog and no water got inside of it plus it took me 8 shots with a 159 grain charge to get it dialed in dead on at 100 yards and it took all that abuse and still held perfectly after that.
1965534
it work ok with me,never had a problem with it,although i just use it once in a while cause i hardly use my muzzeloder.but it is a good scoope
2032602
It magnifies 6x, but you cannot adjust the magnification. It says the effective range is up to 550 yards, but I've never tried that far. I usually scope a trunk of big tree less than 100 yards. It's hard to lock on small trees and I've never tried aiming it at the deer, but I think it's good enough for deer and small game if you aim it at surrounding tree or rock. I know it's not fog proof, and I don't think it's waterproof either.
1926056
It does not come with a tripod. You will probably want to get your own high-quality tripod. A stable tripod is as important to your experience as good optics. I don't know if the scope is water *proof* in the sense that you could submerge it, but it is rubberized and I wouldn't worry about using it in misty or drizzly conditions. Also, it comes with a zippable nylon case that can be left on while the scope is on the tripod. You could use it as a sort of tent if it is raining.I bought this as a spotting scope, but if you're thinking of birding or astronomy, it's pretty sweet for those, too. It does not come with a tripod. You will probably want to get your own high-quality tripod. A stable tripod is as important to your experience as good optics. I don't know if the scope is water *proof* in the sense that you could submerge it, but it is rubberized and I wouldn't worry about using it in misty or drizzly conditions. Also, it comes with a zippable nylon case that can be left on while the scope is on the tripod. You could use it as a sort of tent if it is raining.I bought this as a spotting scope, but if you're thinking of birding or astronomy, it's... » Read More It does not come with a tripod. You will probably want to get your own high-quality tripod. A stable tripod is as important to your experience as good optics. I don't know if the scope is water *proof* in the sense that you could submerge it, but it is rubberized and I wouldn't worry about using it in misty or drizzly conditions. Also, it comes with a zippable nylon case that can be left on while the scope is on the tripod. You could use it as a sort of tent if it is raining.I bought this as a spotting scope, but if you're thinking of birding or astronomy, it's pretty sweet for those, too. « Show Less
617034
According to EOTech, it is somewhat waterproof. They say it can be submerged to 10ft. depth. Mine has yet to fog up. I would imagine some rain wouldn't bother it if it can be submerged to 10 feet safely.I love my 512, and I highly recommend adding a low cost slide to side magnifier. It makes it so you can use it as a red dot holographic, and have the option of using it like a scope. I use one purchased right here on Amazon, the Sightmark 7x Tactical Reflex/Holographic Slide to Side Magnifier.
1728428
Shawn I just got this scope last week but I haven't gone out to fire it yet. There is an adjustment knob that you can turn to sharpen objects further away but I've only done that in my house to about 15 yards, as I just wanted a scope to shoot bottles of water at about 20 yards, so it will be perfect for that. I haven't tried to focus it further yet to see it's limitations. On the box it says PM 4x32 CB so 4x32 ... If I wanted to use my AR for hunting or longer range I'd put my Nikon BDC recticle on it :-)
1057167
That crossed my mind, and I always make sure rain is not in the forecast when I put it in my window. The item is $30. So I just use my common sense -- it's an electrical appliance, and if it's product description doesn't say it's waterproof, assume it isn't. As to what happens when it gets rained on, I would rather not experiment to find out.
666639
Have had my Nikon Aculon 10x50 for over a year with pretty ugh daily use and regardless of the weather they have performed perfectly. I would not recommend diving with them,however, rain, fog, mist etc has never caused a performance issuie. I don't think there is a rain hard enough that would hurt these binoculars. Highly recommend.
2155071
Assuming the 3/8" dovetail mount, you should be very happy with this scope. I can't speak to it's weather proofing, but I haven't experienced any problems with mine. A very clear image with a decent range of adjustments. The eye relief is generous allowing for a nice range of scope placement options. For the proce, it is a good airgun scope. I've used mine at both .177 cal and .22 cal with stable solid performance.
1674727
This is a NIGHT VISION scope, and it is meant for NIGHT use. It WILL damage it if used when it's lens cover is open in ANY bright light. The lens cover does have a small hole in it which allows you to see through it under ordinary lighting, BUT it is not very clear when used that way, and if it (even) accidentally opened in bright daylight it would probably destroy the scope. The scope is not really meant for daytime usage, and I wouldn't plan on using it at all in daylight.
520234
The lens is weather sealed with gaskets at the lens/camera body interface, and along all of barrels for focus and focal length. I've had rain poured on it, and the camera had no problems. I would not immerse it in water, but rain and dust should not be a problem for the lens.
992558
I can't honestly answer the waterproof question, but this has turned out to be a sturdy optic. I have it mounted on an AR pistol with a 7'' barrel, which bucks pretty good. It's kind of the fun gun, I do a lot of rapid fire on steel with it and the sight hasn't lost zero at all. So shock-wise, it has proven itself to me. It holds up. Obviously we're not talking about dunking it in a barrel, I hope, but wouldn't be scared to run it in the weather. But only being $280, don't be too upset if it's sensitive to moisture. That's still the low end of the price range for glass. Defense and the range, it's great. But I wouldn't take it pig hunting. I can't honestly answer the waterproof question, but this has turned out to be a sturdy optic. I have it mounted on an AR pistol with a 7'' barrel, which bucks pretty good. It's kind of the fun gun, I do a lot of rapid fire on steel with it and the sight hasn't lost zero at all. So shock-wise, it has proven itself to me. It holds up. Obviously we're not talking about dunking it in a barrel, I hope, but wouldn't be scared to run it in the weather. But only being $280, don't be too upset if it's sensitive to moisture. That's still the low end of the price range for glass. Defense and the... » Read More I can't honestly answer the waterproof question, but this has turned out to be a sturdy optic. I have it mounted on an AR pistol with a 7'' barrel, which bucks pretty good. It's kind of the fun gun, I do a lot of rapid fire on steel with it and the sight hasn't lost zero at all. So shock-wise, it has proven itself to me. It holds up. Obviously we're not talking about dunking it in a barrel, I hope, but wouldn't be scared to run it in the weather. But only being $280, don't be too upset if it's sensitive to moisture. That's still the low end of the price range for glass. Defense and the range, it's great. But I wouldn't take it pig hunting. « Show Less
1767053
It is "water resistant" when used with a water resistant lens. Older lens probably won't give much protection. I think if it a a safeguard if I get caught in the rain.
2118147
Ask the manufacturer or check out their website and see if that is a model specification. If it doesn't say it is waterproof, then it isn't. We are frequently looking for birds early in the morning and go to a wetland area in a fairly humid climate and it has not seemed to have a detrimental effect on the binocular or its optics. I certainly wouldn't drop it in a tub to find out and would not use them in a heavy downpour. Nikon is a pretty reliable manufacturer tending on the high end of the quality scale so ambient humid conditions should not be an issue but, again, rely on the manufacturer's claims and warranty information. Ask the manufacturer or check out their website and see if that is a model specification. If it doesn't say it is waterproof, then it isn't. We are frequently looking for birds early in the morning and go to a wetland area in a fairly humid climate and it has not seemed to have a detrimental effect on the binocular or its optics. I certainly wouldn't drop it in a tub to find out and would not use them in a heavy downpour. Nikon is a pretty reliable manufacturer tending on the high end of the quality scale so ambient humid conditions should not be an issue but, again, rely on the... » Read More Ask the manufacturer or check out their website and see if that is a model specification. If it doesn't say it is waterproof, then it isn't. We are frequently looking for birds early in the morning and go to a wetland area in a fairly humid climate and it has not seemed to have a detrimental effect on the binocular or its optics. I certainly wouldn't drop it in a tub to find out and would not use them in a heavy downpour. Nikon is a pretty reliable manufacturer tending on the high end of the quality scale so ambient humid conditions should not be an issue but, again, rely on the manufacturer's claims and warranty information. « Show Less
455617
Mine has done well for me. I`ve had no problems with it. Good scope for the money.
758734
There are two factors that make this type of Night Vision Scope, not suitable for heavy recoil. First, the adjustment of the scope will not get fixed. Will vary each shot. Second, the chance of burning it is very large. I tested a lot of times and Im sure about that.
1570484
This is A heavy scope with a less than perfect center go gravity. I am using an alpena plastic with a fairly wide footprint. It's barely enough. It's plastic. it wiggles a lot when you focus or zoom. Do you own this scope now? Are thinking stars or on the ground. I would not recommend ultima 80 for astronomy. Blue shift issues. Works fine on the ground.
1626969
Kristen I can't answer or explain other folks' problems no more than I can answer if their scopes were mounted correctly. I can say that I've never had problems of any kind with UTG equipment other than their rheostats being a bit irritating sometimes. So far, I've not had any problems with the scope in question. The scope has performed perfectly from day one and I've put a bunch of rounds down range and it remains perfectly reliable. Is it the equal of a $2000.00 scope....obviously not, but it does work quite well and the glass is satisfactory. Just my cents worth. Paul