Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF 6.5-20x44 20x Half Mil IR 30mm Rifle Scope
The Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF 6.5-20x44 20x Half Mil IR rifle scope stands out for shooters who demand extra magnification and precision. I particularly like the extended 6.5-20x zoom range, ideal for longer-range airgun and centrefire shooting. The 20x Half Mil IR reticle ensures accurate subtension at higher magnification, delivering consistent holdover marks for repeatable accuracy. Combined with a 30mm mono-tube chassis, exposed target turrets, and smooth side parallax adjustment, this Hawke rifle scope offers reliability, clarity, and tactical precision in one premium package. - George
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The Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF 6.5-20x44 20x Half Mil IR Rifle Scope is a precision-engineered optic designed for versatility and long-range accuracy. Built on a robust 30mm mono-tube chassis, this scope is fully shockproof, waterproof, and fog proof, with nitrogen purging to ensure consistent performance in all conditions. Suitable for all calibres, it's a dependable choice for shooters who demand clarity, control, and durability.
Equipped with Hawke’s advanced H5 optical system, it delivers a crisp, wide image through high-grade, low dispersion Crown glass and 18-layer fully multi-coated lenses. The scope offers a generous 24° ultra-wide field of view, ranging from 19.5 to 6.3 feet at 100 yards, with a 100mm eye relief that enhances comfort and shooting confidence.
The 20x Half Mil reticle, designed for precision at 20x magnification, features half mil spaced markings beyond 5 mil in all directions, with additional crosses for windage hold and segmented outer posts for accurate bracketing and rangefinding. The multi-LED illuminated reticle has six brightness levels controlled via a stepped rheostat, with off positions in between for quick adjustments in varying light.
To ensure precise and repeatable adjustments, the scope includes resettable locking turrets with 1/10 MRAD click values and a witness window for clear visual reference. The side focus parallax adjustment delivers parallax-free performance from 9 metres to infinity, enhanced by a removable, index-matched side wheel for fine tuning. Additional features include a removable zoom throw lever and a fast-focus eyebell with lock ring for quick target acquisition.
Compact, reliable, and performance-driven, the Hawke Sidewinder 6.5-20x44 with 20x Half Mil reticle is backed by the Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty, ensuring total peace of mind for serious shooters.
- Length 339mm/13.3"
- Weight 680g/24oz
- Eye relief 102mm/4"
- Focus/Parallax - Side Focus /9m - ∞/10yds - ∞
- Field of View 6.5-2.1m @100m/19.5-6.3ft @100yds
- Exit Pupil 6.8-2.2mm/0.27-0.09"
- Chassis 30mm Mono-tube
- Optical System Objective 44mm
- Illumination Red (6 Levels of Brightness - Off Positions In-between)
- Reticle 20x Half Mil
- Elevation Increment 1⁄10 MRAD
- Elevation Adjustment Range 28 MRAD
- Windage Increment 1⁄10 MRAD
- Windage Adjustment Range 28 MRAD
- Material Aluminium
- Ocular Type Locking Fast Focus
- Lens Coating Fully Multi-Coated - 18 Layers
- Power Selector Style Knurled Posi-Grip with Removable Zoom Lever
- Focal Plane Second Focal Plane (SFP)
- Turret Caps No
- Turret Type Exposed Locking Turrets
- Resettable Locking Turrets With Witness Window
- 30mm Mono-Tube Chassis
- Side Focus
- Illumination
- Side Wheel - Index-Matched (Removable)
- Ultra-Wide Angle 24° FOV
- High Volume Eyebox
- 100mm Eye Relief
- Multi-LED High-Intensity Reticle
- High Grade, Low Dispersion Crown Glass
- 18 Layer Fully Multi-Coated Lenses
- Zoom Magnification Throw Lever (Removable)
- Fast Focus Eyeball With Lock Ring
20× Half Mil Reticle:
Accurate mil spacing on 20× magnification. With half mil spaced markings out beyond 5 mil in all directions, the 20× Half Mil is a versatile reticle that provides aim points no matter how extreme the conditions.
A series of crosses etched on the lower section of the reticle make for extra windage aim points and act to give an easy quick-glance method of counting which mil spacing you’re aiming with. Outer posts are segmented into half mil spacing and 0.2 mil spacings, so can be used for bracketing and rangefinding.
- Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF 6.5-20x44 20x Half Mil IR Rifle Scope
- Instruction Manual
- Reticle booklet
- Lens Cloth
- Bikini Style Lens Covers
- 4" Sunshade
- 2.5" Sidewheel
- Zoom Lever
- Hex Key
- CR2032 Battery
1. Is the Hawke Sidewinder 6.5-20x44 suitable for long-range shooting?
Yes, the 6.5-20x magnification range makes this scope ideal for extended-range target shooting and precision pest control, offering detailed target visibility and precise reticle subtensions.
2. What does the 20x Half Mil IR reticle offer in the 6.5-20x44 model?
The 20x-calibrated Half Mil IR reticle provides accurate holdover references at 20x magnification, allowing shooters to compensate effectively for bullet drop and wind drift.
3. How clear is the glass quality on the Hawke 6.5-20x44 Sidewinder?
The multi-coated optics deliver bright, sharp images with excellent edge-to-edge clarity, making it reliable in varied lighting conditions.
4. Can the Hawke 6.5-20x44 30mm scope be used on a centrefire rifle?
Yes, the durable 30mm mono-tube construction makes it suitable for air rifles, rimfires, and many centrefire platforms, depending on recoil levels.
5. What are the benefits of side focus on the Hawke 6.5-20x44 rifle scope?
Side focus allows fast parallax correction from shooting position, improving clarity and enhancing long-range shooting precision.
Hawke No-Fault Warranty:
- When you buy your new Hawke scope or binocular, you're buying peace of mind… for life. In the event your product becomes damaged or defective we'll repair it at no charge to you. It doesn't matter how it happened or whose fault it was - we've got you covered.
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