Monarch 3-12x42SF
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Patented BDC Reticle
Every new Monarch riflescope model is available in BDC to allow hunters to hold “dead-on” at ranges exceeding those previously thought possible. The BDC’s unique see-through ballistic circles offer an incredible advantage for long range shooting—yet allow a normal sight picture for shorter-range shots where the crosshair itself is the aiming point.
Ultra ClearCoat™ Optical System
Nikon has engineered the entire optical system to provide the shooter with a bright, sharp, incredibly flat sight picture and light transmission up to its theoretical maximum—95%.
Monarch Eye Box Technology
Every model features an impressive 4-time zoom range and four inches of constant, non-critical eye relief. A massive ocular lens delivers a huge, exceptionally bright, high-resolution sight picture.
Smooth Zoom Control
Magnification reference numbers are viewable from the shooter’s position.
Enhanced Mount Ring Spacing
Provides mounting to virtually any rifle action regardless of caliber—even magnum-length actions. 2.5-10x50 and 2-8x32 models may require extension rings in some cases.
Interchangeable Turret Technology
All Monarchs can be customized with accessory target-style windage and elevation adjustment knobs and caps. See accessories.
One-Piece Main Body Tubes
For minimum weight and maximum strength and durability.
Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof
Provides absolute confidence on the most extreme hunts.
Locking Side Focus Parallax Adjustment
Standard on all Long Range monarch riflescopes, Nikon’s easy-to-reach dial allows you to quickly focus from a shooting position.
RETICLE CHOICES: BDC, Nikoplex
OPTIONAL FINISHES: Lustre w/Nikoplex
Specifications |
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| Actual Magnification | 3x-12x | Effective Objective Diameter | 42mm | Exit Pupil (mm) | 14.0-3.5 | Eye Relief (in.) | 4.0 -3.7 | FOV at 100 yds (ft.) | 33.6-8.4 | Tube Diameter | 1 in (25.4mm) | Objective O.D. (mm/in) | 49.3/1.94 | Eyepiece O.D. (mm/in) | 44.0/1.73 | Length (in) | 13.1 | Weight (oz) | 18.7 | Adjustment Graduation (1 click) | 1/4 MOA | Max Internal Adjustment | 60 MOA | Parallax setting (yds) | 50 - ∞ |
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