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Offline GeorgiaDave

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Exactly What Is It That Makes It A "Crossbow Scope" ?
« on: September 07, 2009, 07:25:51 AM »
Hello from Georgia,

   I would like to know exactly what the difference is between a regular rifle scope and a "crossbow" scope. I have been told by the Horton representitive that the vibration will indeed destroy a rifle scope. So, how is a crossbow scope made differently. Is there internal vibration dampers ? Are there any other differences internally ? I also hear that a rifle scope is set up for a longer shot, and that a crossbow scope is made for a much closer shot. This really does not make any sence to me since I have never had a problem with making an accurate shot with a longrange rifle when the target is only 40 yards away. I am curious as to the reasoning behind this "difference" between the two. Thanks in advance.

Dave
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Re: Exactly What Is It That Makes It A "Crossbow Scope" ?
« Reply #1 on: September 07, 2009, 11:45:25 AM »
Is there a difference in eye relief?

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Re: Exactly What Is It That Makes It A "Crossbow Scope" ?
« Reply #2 on: September 21, 2009, 05:57:05 AM »
Dave, not sure on the crossbow but spring powered airguns have a forward surge after the pellet is discharged. Riflescopes are not set up to handle that. Airgun scopes have a different erector setup for the crosshaires to stabelize them against movement in both directions.

Perhaphs the crossbow recoil is simular.

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