Athlon Talos

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Sightmark Citadel

Athlon Talos

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Sightmark Citadel

Athlon Talos

The Talos scope is built for the dedicated hunter, featuring fully multi-coated lenses that enhance light transmission for optimal brightness and true color across the entire light spectrum. Its etched glass reticle ensures durability and shock resistance, while the heat-treated one-piece tube design provides exceptional strength and moisture resistance, keeping the scope fog-proof for life. Nitrogen purging further reduces moisture inside the tube, ensuring waterproof performance in harsh conditions. With a versatile 4X magnification range, the Talos is ideal for various hunting scenarios, from whitetails in dense forests to prairie dogs in open fields. Choose from specialty reticle options like Center X, Mil Dot, or BDC600 IR for precise aiming and range estimation, empowering you to make the most of every low-light hunting opportunity.

Sightmark Citadel

The Sightmark Citadel is built for precision, offering a first focal plane reticle that adjusts with magnification to maintain consistent subtensions for accurate ranging at any level. This feature is ideal for long-range shooting, making range estimation simple and reliable. One of the key advantages of the Citadel is its red illuminated reticle, which enhances target visibility in low light, ensuring you don’t miss your shot in challenging conditions. I found the exposed, low-profile locking turrets to be incredibly user-friendly, providing quick adjustments when needed while the locking mechanism ensures accuracy even under stress. The 30mm single-piece tube, made from aircraft-grade aluminum, gives the scope exceptional durability, withstanding recoil and ensuring precise alignment over time. Finally, the fully multi-coated optics provide superb image quality, maximizing light transmission and delivering bright, accurate visuals.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Athlon TalosAthlonBlackMIL DOTHunting1 PoundsAluminum
Sightmark CitadelSightmarkBlack3-18x50 LR2Hunting, Paintball, Airsoft26.1 OuncesAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Athlon Talos3-12x100 yards
Sightmark Citadel3-18x25 yards to infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Athlon Talos3.8 in -3.35 in4:1‎34.1 FeetNo
Sightmark Citadel‎3 Inches6:16.5° - 1.1°No

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Athlon Talos1 inch1 inch40mm
Sightmark Citadel30mm30mm50mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Athlon TalosRifle‎Cantilever Mount
Sightmark CitadelRifle‎Picatinny Mount

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Athlon TalosCenter X50 MOA
Sightmark Citadel Mil-Dot 60 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Athlon TalosYesYesYes
Sightmark CitadelYesYesYes

Accessories & Warranty

IncludesWarranty
Athlon TalosRiflescopeLimited lifetime warranty
Sightmark Citadel‎Sunshade, Throw lever, Lens caps, Battery, Manual‎Limited Lifetime Warranty

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