The best airgun optics, reviewed first and rated honestly
The right scope can transform a good airgun into a great one. The wrong scope can ruin both your shooting and your confidence. Choosing wisely matters – and that’s exactly where Airgun World comes in.
Our optics section covers everything that sits on top of your rifle and helps you see your target clearly – from entry-level scopes that punch well above their price point to premium glass that serious hunters and field target shooters trust with every shot. We test red dot sights, variable magnification scopes, rangefinders and more, putting each one through rigorous real-world assessment before delivering an honest verdict.
Airgun World reviews new optics before anyone else in the UK, so when the latest glass hits the market, you’ll find our take on it here first.
Mark Camoccio reviews the Vantage Red Dot 1x30 from Hawke Optics in his quest to find the perfect sight to top a bullpup with, without unbalancing the whole set up!
Gary Chillingworth explains why the MTC Connect SL 3-12 x 24 scope is the perfect tool for shooting HFT competitions in this test and review.
Gary Chillingworth takes a closer look at the Vortex Viper 2-10x32 Gen2 to see if a first focal plane scope will help him in his bid "not to suck any more"!
Mark Camoccio reveals the Bushnell AR Optics 1-6 x 24 scope in his latest test and review, but is it really of use to us airgunners?
Terry Doe reviews the ZeroTech Vengeance 4.5-18 x 40 PHR riflescope, mounting it onto a Webley Raider Classic for the review!
Russ Douglas reviews the brand new PARD NV008S-LRF day and night scope, his new essential piece of kit for 24/7 pest control!
The benefits of choosing adjustable mounts to secure your scope to your air rifle; there aren’t many fully adjustable mounts available, but the new ones from MTC Optics are going to be a big hit!
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