Athlon Midas HMR

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Nightforce NX8

Athlon Midas HMR

VS

Nightforce NX8

Athlon Midas HMR

Introducing the Midas HMR HD riflescope line—crafted by hunters, for hunters! This exceptional scope features HD glass and advanced fully multi-coated optics, ensuring crisp and bright images for both short and long-range shots. Built from a one-piece tube of aircraft-grade aluminum, it guarantees precise and accurate performance throughout the day. The Midas HMR HD includes capped elevation and windage turrets to protect your zero from unintentional adjustments, providing confidence in every shot. With a 0.25 MOA click value and a total of 60 MOA adjustment, you can easily fine-tune your aim. The parallax adjustment ranges from 10 yards to infinity, catering to a variety of shooting situations. The illuminated reticle enhances visibility during low-light conditions, making it ideal for dawn and dusk hunting. The fully multi-coated optics effectively reduce reflected light, significantly increasing light transmission for a brighter image compared to standard lenses.

Nightforce NX8

Nightforce, established in 1992, is committed to delivering high-performance optics and mounting systems tested in the toughest environments. With nearly three decades of experience, Nightforce ensures optical clarity, consistent tracking, and rugged durability for military operations, competitive shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The NX8 Scope Series, a progression of the acclaimed NXS series, features an impressive 8x magnification range in a compact design, utilizing ED glass for enhanced clarity. Built to endure extreme conditions, the NX8 scopes are resistant to heat, cold, dust, and water. The ZeroStop elevation adjustment allows for rapid returns to zero, while the 50mm objective optimizes light transmission. The MOAR-CF2 reticle provides intuitive subtensions for fast target acquisition, making the NX8 ideal for versatile shooting scenarios.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Athlon Midas HMRAthlonBlackBDC600A SFP IRHunting26 OuncesMetal
Nightforce NX8NightforceDark Earth2.5-20x50 - MOAR-CF2Hunting1.8 PoundsMetal

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Athlon Midas HMR2.5-15x100 yards
Nightforce NX82.5-20X50 yards to infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Athlon Midas HMR3.9 inches6:114.9 - 2.5 degreesNo
Nightforce NX83.5 inches8:146.7 - 6.8 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Athlon Midas HMR30mm30mm50mm
Nightforce NX830mm30mm50mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Athlon Midas HMRRifleParallax
Nightforce NX8Rifle‎Picatinny Mount

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Athlon Midas HMR‎BDC 600A SFP IR MOA Glass Etched illuminated30 MOA
Nightforce NX8MOAR-CF2100 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Athlon Midas HMRYesYesYes
Nightforce NX8YesYesYes

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