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NG 30x50 Spotting Scope

Posted: Tue Nov 28, 2023 6:16 pm
by Swoffer
Has anyone used the NG 30x50 spotting scope for 50m pistol? I have the smaller 20x33 which is great for 20m events but I am struggling to see the holes in the black at 50m and wondered if the 30x will make an appreciable difference? TIA

Re: NG 30x50 Spotting Scope

Posted: Tue Nov 28, 2023 9:03 pm
by Rover
I don't know, but a stronger eyepiece on your present scope may do the job (cheaper). Can you borrow one to try?

Re: NG 30x50 Spotting Scope

Posted: Tue Nov 28, 2023 10:53 pm
by rmca
The 30x is a substantial improvement over the 20x for 50m. I would say it's the minimum for that distance.
Several shooters here have the NG 20x (mainly for 25m) and NG 30x (for 25m and 50m). There is a considerable difference at 50m between them.
On a sunny day, you might get by with the 20x, but everything else it's a struggle.
There are two who have the rarer NG 40x60 that is perfect for 50m (I'm one of them!!).
Although, for the price of the NG 30x50 I would look at the KOWA TSN-501 that as a variable magnification 20x to 40x.
But it may depend on availability and pricing were you are.

Hope this helps

Re: NG 30x50 Spotting Scope

Posted: Wed Nov 29, 2023 5:25 am
by Swoffer
Thanks for the comments. I decided to purchase the Kowa as it is so much cheaper than the NG and more powerful magnification for my older eyes.