Crimson Trace Hardline

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Athlon Ares ETR UHD

Crimson Trace Hardline

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Athlon Ares ETR UHD

Crimson Trace Hardline

The Crimson Trace Hardline 3-9x40 is built for shooters who need a no-nonsense, durable scope that handles everything from close to mid-range engagements. Featuring a second focal plane CT Custom BDC .223/5.56 reticle, it offers precise shot placement with its 1/4 MOA click adjustments. While testing this scope, I appreciated the exposed windage and elevation turrets, allowing for quick, easy adjustments without needing tools. Its aerospace-grade aluminum construction and nitrogen-purged, multi-coated lenses hold up well in harsh conditions, staying clear and fog-free. At just 15.2 ounces, it’s a lightweight yet tough addition to any rifle setup, backed by Crimson Trace’s complete lifetime warranty for extra peace of mind.

Athlon Ares ETR UHD

The Argos HMR is thoughtfully designed with the average outdoorsman in mind, offering a compact and durable hunting scope that is both feature-rich and affordable. With 5x and 6x magnification ratios, it is perfectly suited for a variety of close and long-range hunting scenarios. The Advanced Fully Multi-Coated lenses enhance light transmission and clarity, while the choice of clean reticle options—such as illuminated center-dot crosshair, Mil-Dot, or BDC—provides a fool-proof traditional setup for any shooter. The Ares ETR First Focal Plane scope takes long-range shooting to new heights. It features a revamped turret system with a locking Windage turret and a true zero stop on the elevation turret, ensuring consistent and accurate adjustments. Extra Low dispersion lenses produce sharp, vibrant images with excellent color reproduction, and the 34mm tube construction is built to endure the harshest conditions. With a 0.1 MIL click value, a total elevation adjustment of 32 MIL, and a parallax adjustment from 25 yards to infinity, this scope is a top-tier choice for precision shooting enthusiasts.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Crimson Trace HardlineCrimson TraceBlack3-9x40mm BDCHunting1 PoundsAluminum
Athlon Ares ETR UHDAthlonBrownAprs1 Ffp Ir Mil BrownHunting1 KilogramsAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Crimson Trace Hardline3-9xFixed at 100 yards
Athlon Ares ETR UHD4.5-30x25 Yard to Infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Crimson Trace Hardline3.5 Inches3:133.9 ft Min - 11.3 ft MaxNo
Athlon Ares ETR UHD3.9 inches7:17.4 - 1.2 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Crimson Trace Hardline1 inch1 inch40mm
Athlon Ares ETR UHD34mm34mm56mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Crimson Trace HardlineRifleCantilever Mount
Athlon Ares ETR UHDRifle‎Picatinny Mount or Dovetail Mount

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Crimson Trace Hardline Duplex60 MOA
Athlon Ares ETR UHDMil-Dot, or BDC30 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Crimson Trace HardlineYesYesYes
Athlon Ares ETR UHDYesYesYes

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