You need to ask yourself on what platform you are gonna use the scope: an AEG or a Sniper Rifle. What kind of field do you play most on? If you play on an indoor field with an AEG, a scope doesn't make much sense. If you mostly play outdoors, then Scope makes sense even on an AEG. But everything has its limits. In most airsoft cases, more than 4x magnification doesn't make much sense other than spotting or tracking your BBs.
If you use a sniper rifle, scope is a must so you can track your BBs in flight and correct the holdovers. Having a magnification that scopes provide is also great for target identification and spotting enemies at a distance in detail.
For those mostly going just casual games, it is important to get an airsoft scope that is fairly priced, reliable and easy to use. NOVRITSCH 1-4x Variable Scope (LPVO), especially is a great for both casual airsofters and hardcore players.
If you are starting out with airsoft you should consider getting a red dot before getting a scope if you're using AEG Replica.
If you are looking to buy an airsoft scope, you should keep in mind that they are not created equal. And your game experience may differ widely based on the scope you pick. Here are basic things to consider.
If you are starting with airsoft, in about 80 % of cases, the correct answer is going to be a Red Dot or LPVO. The best option here would be the 1-4x Variable Scope (LPVO), as it’s the best bang for your buck. Alternatively, if you play on smaller urban fields, you should go with a Red Dot Sight.
Different Types of optics have different advatages & different use cases but in airosft we generally use these three types of optics:
There is not much maintenance you need to do with an airsoft scope. To take care of it, clean the lenses using a microfiber cloth to remove dirt and smudges occasionally. Avoid using abrasive materials that could scratch the glass. Additionally, consider storing your optic with protective scope covers when not in use to prevent dust and damage. Lastly, be gentle with the adjustments and knobs on your scope to prevent over-tightening or stripping them.
Fixed zoom scopes have a single level of magnification for example 4x, while variable zoom scopes can adjust within a range for example 1-4x or 1-6x. Variable zoom scopes offer versatility for engaging targets at different distances, while fixed magnification scopes are typically more robust and simpler to use.
A MIL-Dot reticle refers to a standard, specific pattern of duplex crosshair reticles with four small 0.25 mil diameter dots placed along each axis. These dots are arranged to allow for range estimation. In the real steel world, a trained user can measure the range of objects of known size, determine the size of objects at known distances, and compensate for both bullet drop and wind drifts at known ranges with a MIL-Dot reticle-equipped scope.
The first 2 numbers refer to magnification. In this case, the scope can enlarge the object looked at anywhere from 3 to 9 times. But you can also find scopes 1-4 or 4-16, etc.
The number behind “x” means the diameter of the lens in millimetres. Simply, the lens here has a diameter of 40 mm. This will tell you how large the scope is going to be. And if you are shooting real guns, this can also aid you if you need to mount something on the front of your scope – for instance, a night vision system.
Recording your scope POV, just like you see in airsoft gameplay videos, is usually done by an external camera and the reticle of the scope is added later in editing. There are quite a few options to record your scope on the market but we recommend Runcam Scopecam 2. You can check it out in our Airsoft Recording Equipment category.