The behavior of the reticle during magnification changes is determined by its position inside the riflescope. A riflescope has two focal planes. If the reticle is located in the first focal plane, it is magnified along with the image when the magnifi

The behavior of the reticle during magnification changes is determined by its position inside the riflescope. A riflescope has two focal planes. If the reticle is located in the first focal plane, it is magnified along with the image when the magnification changes, and the size ratio (coverage ratio) of the reticle to the target always remains the same. This makes it possible to estimate the distance to the target at any magnification using the known spacing between the reticle markings. When the reticle is in the second focal plane, the size of the aiming mark remains constant. This results in different coverage ratios of the reticle at different magnifications. Estimating the distance is hardly possible here. However, this setup allows for a precise shot even at greater distances, as the aiming mark covers very little of the target.

What happens to the reticle when the magnification is changed?

Until the early 1990s, only riflescopes without illumination were in circulation. With the agreement that an illuminated reticle does not violate the Federal Hunting Law, riflescopes with illuminated reticles experienced a real boom and are now stand

Until the early 1990s, only riflescopes without illumination were in circulation. With the agreement that an illuminated reticle does not violate the Federal Hunting Law, riflescopes with illuminated reticles experienced a real boom and are now standard in hunting operations. It is also standard that the brightness of an illuminated reticle can be adjusted. In the case of the twilight reticle, this adjustable brightness curve is adapted to the eye&#x2019;s perception at night. This prevents the target from being washed out and protects the eyes from overstimulation. In most cases, reticle 4 forms the basis. During daytime use, shooting is done as usual with the #4 reticle without activating the illumination. Due to advances in diode technology, it is now possible to offer riflescopes with a daylight illuminated reticle. As the name suggests, this type of illumination is also intended for daytime use. Thanks to the high performance of today&#x2019;s diodes, the aiming mark can be made visible under almost all lighting conditions. Here too, the brightness control is naturally adapted to the natural perception of the eyes.

What is the difference between a daylight reticle and a twilight reticle?

The lifespan of batteries, regardless of their type, depends largely on the frequency of use and environmental factors. Ambient temperature plays a decisive role here. The type of illuminated reticle is also decisive for the battery’s service life. D

The lifespan of batteries, regardless of their type, depends largely on the frequency of use and environmental factors. Ambient temperature plays a decisive role here. The type of illuminated reticle is also decisive for the battery&#x2019;s service life. Daylight illuminated reticles consume more power due to their higher brightness than twilight illuminated reticles. When riflescopes are frequently used in cold temperatures, the battery voltage drops quickly. It is recommended to replace the battery at the beginning of the hunting season to be on the safe side. Keeping a spare battery in a warm pocket also helps avoid unpleasant surprises during winter driven hunts.

How long do the batteries last?

Eyeglass wearers always have a slight disadvantage compared to those who do not wear glasses. The use of additional lenses (eyeglass lenses) can cause optical distortions, which the observer may perceive as a changed visual impression and potentially

Eyeglass wearers always have a slight disadvantage compared to those who do not wear glasses. The use of additional lenses (eyeglass lenses) can cause optical distortions, which the observer may perceive as a changed visual impression and potentially find distracting. Every riflescope includes a diopter adjustment, which can compensate for a shooter&#x2019;s visual impairment to a certain degree. However, eyeglass wearers (especially those with prescriptions for distance corrections) should still wear their glasses while shooting. This is particularly important for shooters with astigmatism, as this condition cannot be corrected using the diopter adjustment on the riflescope, since astigmatism varies too much between individuals. Image distortions are especially common when shooting with progressive lenses (multifocal glasses). Due to the design of these lenses, the shooter only has a narrow viewing channel. If the shooter deviates from this channel while aiming, image distortions can occur. These may appear as star-shaped, frayed illuminated dots or curved reticle lines. In addition, the image may appear blurry overall. The choice of eyeglass frame is also a critical factor. If the frame is too small, the shooter may end up looking directly at the edge of the frame while aiming. Depending on the type of visual impairment, this can lead to double images or blind spots. For this reason, the eyeglass lenses should be sufficiently large &#x2014; especially in the upper area &#x2014; to ensure an unobstructed view while shooting.

How does the combination of a riflescope and eyeglasses affect shooting performance?

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What happens to the reticle when the magnification is changed?

What is the difference between a daylight reticle and a twilight reticle?

How long do the batteries last?

How does the combination of a riflescope and eyeglasses affect shooting performance?