Athlon Neos

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ZEISS V8

Athlon Neos

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ZEISS V8 - V8 NA Premium Hunting

Athlon Neos

The Neos series scope exemplifies the perfect blend of quality, performance, and affordability for hunters who refuse to compromise. Designed with fully multi-coated lenses, it ensures superior light transmission, delivering optimal brightness and true color across the light spectrum. The scope features a durable one-piece heat-treated aluminum tube that enhances strength while keeping moisture out, guaranteeing fog-proof performance for its lifespan. Nitrogen purging further prevents internal moisture buildup, ensuring reliability in any weather condition. Equipped with versatile reticle options like Center X for clear aiming and specialized BDC designs for various applications, the Neos series is built to withstand rigorous use while remaining budget-friendly. With exceptional craftsmanship and advanced features, it proves that success in the field doesn't have to come at a high price.

ZEISS V8

This riflescope offers unparalleled optical clarity and robust engineering, designed for hunters seeking peak performance in challenging environments. With an impressive 92% light transmission and the Ultra-FL Concept incorporating SCHOTT fluoride glass, it delivers exceptional brightness, color fidelity, and resolution, ensuring precision in even the harshest conditions. The ZEISS T* and LotuTec coatings enhance image clarity by minimizing reflections and repelling water, dirt, and debris for crisp visuals in low-light or adverse weather. Built to endure the most demanding situations, the 30mm main tube is impact-tested to withstand over 800 cycles at 1,000 g-force and multiple cycles at 1,500 g-force. It is waterproof up to 13 feet for two hours, ensuring reliability in extreme environments. The daylight-visible ultra-fine illuminated reticle allows precise aiming with minimal target coverage, making it suitable for dynamic hunting scenarios and long-range precision. The extra-large eyebox enhances quick target acquisition, maximizing success in fast-paced situations.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Athlon NeosAthlonBlackBDC 500 IRHunting16 ouncesAluminum
ZEISS V8ZEISSMatte BlackV8 1-8x24/Capped TurretsHunting47.3 OuncesAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Athlon Neos4-12x100 yards
ZEISS V81-8x100 yards

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Athlon Neos‎3.19 Inches3:1‎8.9 FeetNo
ZEISS V83.74 inches8:138.1 - 4.8 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Athlon Neos1 inch1 inch40mm
ZEISS V830mm30mm24mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Athlon NeosRifle‎Dovetail Mount or Weaver Mount or Picatinny Mount
ZEISS V8RifleTraditional Ring Mounts

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Athlon NeosCenter X50 MOA
ZEISS V8Illuminated Reticle80 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Athlon NeosYesYesYes
ZEISS V8Yes (Nitrogen Purged and O-ring Sealed)YesYes

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