Common questions about rifle scopes from the UK shooting community
For deer stalking in the UK, a 1–6x or 2–10x variable scope with 30mm tube and illuminated reticle works well in low-light conditions. Popular choices include Swarovski, Zeiss and Leupold options. Use the budget filter above to compare current UK prices from retailers like Uttings and Sportsman Gun Centre.
Top first focal plane (FFP) scopes under £600 in the UK include options from Vortex (Viper PST Gen II), Athlon Argos BTR and Element Optics. FFP scopes keep the reticle subtension accurate at all magnifications — ideal for PRS and long-range shooting. Use the price filter above to compare live UK prices updated nightly.
For .308 Winchester, a 3–15x or 4–16x scope with exposed turrets and an MRAD or MOA reticle suits both hunting and longer-range target shooting. Nightforce NX8, Vortex Razor HD Gen II and Leupold Mark 5HD are popular choices. Search above to compare current UK retail prices.
For Precision Rifle Series (PRS) shooting under £1,000, look for FFP scopes with MRAD turrets and a fine crosshair or Christmas tree reticle — zero stop is a bonus. Scope Finder compares options from Nightforce, Vortex, March and Athlon in real time from UK retailers.
Under £500, strong long-range options include Hawke Sidewinder 30, Primary Arms SLx and Athlon Argos. Use the budget filter on Scope Finder to compare all scopes under £500 from UK retailers including Uttings, Optics Warehouse, BushWear and Cluny Country Sports.
Thermal scopes are popular for foxing and pest control at night. Pulsar, HIKMICRO and InfiRay offer strong options at varying price points. Scope Finder includes thermal options alongside traditional glass — use the search bar to find thermal scopes with live UK prices updated nightly.