Oversized side focus wheel.

ADIDAS69 · May 16, 2015, 11:17 AM

I've never used a scope equipped with one and I am curious as to the advantage gained. The S&B 12-50 I am looking at has the option for one.

Jim Watson · May 16, 2015, 11:25 AM

The S&B rep at SHOT explained that the oversize side focus wheel lets you use the focus as a rangefinder. Popular for air rifle field shooting where you have a high trajectory over relatively short ranges, and actual range finders not allowed.

May 16, 2015, 11:17 AM	#1
ADIDAS69 Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2009 Location: Seattle Posts: 381	Oversized side focus wheel. I've never used a scope equipped with one and I am curious as to the advantage gained. The S&B 12-50 I am looking at has the option for one. __________________ "...I would walk with my people if I could find them..."

May 16, 2015, 11:25 AM	#2
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 18,541	The S&B rep at SHOT explained that the oversize side focus wheel lets you use the focus as a rangefinder. Popular for air rifle field shooting where you have a high trajectory over relatively short ranges, and actual range finders not allowed.