Rifle Scopes Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

[trailrider121]

I've been looking at these for awhile and they offer pretty features for the money. How well do they do out in the field? Planning on putting one on a 30-06 for ranges out to 800 yards.Anyone currently shooting long range with these and whats your thoughts?


link to scope.
http://swfa.com/Hawke-45-14x42-Sidewinder-Tactical-30mm-Riflescope-P44553.aspx

 

[KnightOfNee]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

I have the 6.5-20x42, I like it, make sure if you do get one; that it has the word "Tactical" in the model, these have better glass then the normal Sidewinder"none Tactical" series, even though both scopes look alot alike.

Here is some info from a thread a few days ago!
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2708608#Post2708608

 

[ceylonc]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

They are excellent scopes for the money. The optical resolution & quality is indeeded a step above that of the standard "Sidewinder" line. I liken the view throug the scope somewhere between the Nikon Monarch and Bushnell Elite lines. The adjustments are MOA and are solid & repeatable, no "mushiness" between clicks. The 1/2 Mil reticle is very usable at distances from 100-600yds and features two illumination options (red & green).

The Hawke Sidewinder Tactical scope offers a lot of features for the money. I currently run both the fixed 10x and 4.5-14x models on two different rifles (a 6.5x284 & .260) and have been pleased with the performance, features & reliabilty when one considers the price point. Are there a few things I'd change, sure: offer a mil/mil and a zero stop option, etc. BUT it is still a well thought out scope that makes for a great entry level tactical scope.

Here are some pics of the two Sidewinder Tactical models atop my setups (yes, the scopes do sit high & a stock pack helps a lot!):
The 10x model:

The 4.5-14x model:

 

[trailrider121]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

I figured the tactical line was better, like others I wish they offered mil/mil. I think its a great entry level tactical scope for the money. Thanks for the scope reviews.

 

[VYD]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

btw, Hawke's CS is one of the best in business. They do stand behind their products regardless of price. I have four "Tacticals", most of them are on precision airguns and one on .204 Ruger. Indeed, great scopes for the money. However, I do not know how they will perform on heavy kickers...

 

[KnightOfNee]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: VYD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">btw, Hawke's CS is one of the best in business. They do stand behind their products regardless of price. I have four "Tacticals", most of them are on precision airguns and one on .204 Ruger. Indeed, great scopes for the money. However, I do not know how they will perform on heavy kickers...

</div></div>

Mine seems to be doing well on my 300wm, The scope is 50 cal rated also.

 

[winxp_man]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

I have about 400 rounds of .308 win shot with my Hawke Sidewinder Tac and still does what it has to and its spot.




Aron-

 

[trailrider121]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

Well sounds like the Hawke Sidewinder tactical is a pretty solid scope that does well.

 

[koshkin]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: winxp_man</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have about 400 rounds of .308 win shot with my Hawke Sidewinder Tac and still does what it has to and its spot.




Aron- </div></div>

I tested in on a 338Lapua, among other rifles, when I did my test.

It held up fine.

ILya

 

[winxp_man]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42



<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ILya</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: winxp_man</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have about 400 rounds of .308 win shot with my Hawke Sidewinder Tac and still does what it has to and its spot.




Aron- </div></div>

I tested in on a 338Lapua, among other rifles, when I did my test.

It held up fine.

ILya</div></div>

Well your review is what made me buy it

Thanks for those reviews Ilya.


Aron-

 

[trailrider121]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

Well I pull the trigger on the Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42 scope. Thanks for the great reviews and comments.

 

[skep_tic1]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

Are they better than the falcons were?

 

[z71rat]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: skep_tic1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are they better than the falcons were? </div></div>

Read the press from scope to scope. There has been no negative reviews that I can remember about the Hawke Tacticals. That statement can't be made concerning the Falcons at all.

I have looked through both, but have yet to shoot with either. Glass for glass, turrent click feel, scope features, reticle design, profile of scopes, customer service... Hawke wins hands down!!

I am leaning really hard toward the 20X, and trying my best to continue using my 16XSS since it is paid for...

DK

 

[SHO~BIZ308]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

what is the glass like

 

[trailrider121]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

The glass clear is very clear from edge to edge. Pretty clear to 14 power. I'm almost finish with my build and should have the 30-06 up and shooting soon. I will give an update on the scope then. Not a bad scope for the money. The floating reticle is cool with 1/2 mildot.

 

[300winman]

Re: Hawke Sidewinder 30 tactical 4.5-14x42

I have the tactical in the 6-20-42 awesome scope with clarity rivaling scopes with much higher price tags