BARSKA 6.5-20x50 AO Varmint Target Dot Riflescope

by Barska

Product Features

• Target Dot riflescope, ideal for varmint hunting
• 50mm lens with 6.5X-20X variable magnification
• 100% water and fogproof; caliber-proofed elevation adjustment
• Exit pupil = 7.7 - 2.5mm; eye relief = 3.6 inches; click value = 1/8
• Scope cap bonus accessory

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Barska 6.5-20x50 AO Varmint Target Dot Riflescope is the perfect scope for varmint hunting and target-shooting practice. The large, adjustable 50mm objective lens offers 6.5 to 20 times variable magnification for increased light transmission. This lightweight rifle scope, designed for long-range and precision shooting, is 100% fog-proof and waterproof. The multi-coated optics with target-dot reticles allows for enhanced performance in tough conditions. The one-inch, shockproof construction scope also features caliber-proofed elevation adjustment so you can rely on its accuracy from any altitude. Scope caps are included as a bonus accessory for lens protection.

Product Description

Specifications:6.5-20x, Field of View (ft@100yds/m@100m) =16/5.3@6.5x-5.7/1.9@20x, Exit Pupil = 7.7-2.5mm, Eye Relief = 3.6", Click value = 1/8.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001JJCHOS
• Item model number: AC10048
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,622 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #85 in Sports & Outdoors > Hunting & Fishing > Hunting > Hunting Optics > Gun Scopes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

64 of 66 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars bargain scope - bargain quality, August 18, 2006

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Onepoint (Wyoming) - See all my reviews

I use this one myself on a varminting rifle and am generally satisfied with it. Having said that, the low price usually means compromise on features and quality, and this one is no different.

The good- 1/8 MOA adjustments with covered finger adjustable target turrets, very fine cross hair with center dot that doesn't cover up small targets at distance, solid repeatable adjustments for windage and elevation. Clear and bright glass at low and medium power settings.

The bad - At high power settings, particularly over 16x, the view becomes distorted and has glare, and gets worse with every power setting up to 20x.

The bottom line is this a is a pretty decent variable to 16x scope with adjustable objective for the money, if you can live with the obvious flaws with it, (with higher magnification problems limiting its usefulness). Despite them it performs well enough I am not looking to get rid of it myself.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review after a month, June 8, 2010

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likethesaiga - See all my reviews

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This review is from: BARSKA 6.5-20x50 AO Varmint Target Dot Riflescope (Sports)

Buyer Background: I am new to the gun world. 7 months new at time of this purchase with about 3,000 rounds fire in different calibers. Target shooting is lots of fun. First scope owned was a retail store $55.00, 3-9x32 for a 10/22 purchased four months before this Barska. Really enjoy the scope on the .22. Desired a larger more powerful scope for a Saiga AK 7.62X39 to be able to see further down range. The reviews before purchase were promising to me so I went with this scope. Because I appreciate those who take the time to do indepth reviews I thought I would pay it forward with this review to help future buyers.

Delivery: I got the free shipping from Amazon and it took about 10 days. I little long but it was free.

First Impression: It is big. Looked through it out my office window and I thought WOW. All I knew at this point was the scope on my .22 and this was a few steps up in magnification. Although the appearance is nice, it does look a little simple or cheap compared to the $500+ scopes out there.

The Mount: I went with a UTG 5th Gen. quick release mount since my Saiga has the mount "slot" on the left (opposite of the slide). It wraps over the dust cover sitting a little high which is perfect for the big 50mm front lens. This helped to not need taller mounts. Look for my review in the mount itself for more info..coming soon. Seems to be to big and heavy to withstand the recoil of my Saiga, we will see.

Appearance: My Saiga is stock (live in CA, bummer) but the mount and scope makes it look a lot more serious. Check out the pictures.

Weight: Probably added another 3 lbs. from scope and mount.

Sighting: I used a bore laser to sight it in at home up to 25 yrds. Took it to the range and sighted it 50 yrds, it took some patience because it was a bright day and I had a hard time seen the laser dot. I finalized the sighting at 50 with about 20 rounds (like I said I am new at this).

Field Test: After sighting it in I fired another 40 rounds and ended my field test on this peace on day one...switch firearms. First day was windy and a little frustrating. Went back three days later with the 10/22 and the Saiga both scoped. I had targets at 50 and 100 yrds and went to work. At 100 yrds I used the Barska scope to find where the .22 landed on paper, my eyesight also is not the best but with this scope, no need for a spotting scope. You can see .22 holes very clearly at 100 yrds. Just to be clear, I would fire the 10/22, put it down and grab the Saiga to look through the Barska scope.
My second day was perfect for sighting in and practicing with the Saiga. The air was very calm, I don't think the air was moving at all. I put a bunch of targets at 100 yrds and hit them consistently. Since my Barska scope was sighted at 50 yrds I had to aim about 4 inches lower to hit a bulls eye which I did a few times. Here is my ammo count so far on the Saiga. Day one = 40, Day two = 20, took off scope with quick release mount and slid it back on to test for accuracy after unmount/remount. Still centered, maybe 1/2 inch off at 50 yrds but it could have been me. Fired another 20, removed scope and mount again, remounted and fired another 5 and still good to go. Total shots fired: 85. I removed the mount in order to know if I will be centered after cleanings. Will test soon at 150, 200, 250 and 300 yrds.

Scope Clarity: Blurry after about 17 power. I am satisfied with clarity up to 17. The 50mm lens is incredible. It comes with handy lens covers.

Price: I left my price comments towards the end because well...had I paid $1 and had it not worked, I would have overpaid. This is not the case though, It works fine so far it handles the recoil of an AK well (just hold the rifle tight). I priced others and I am very happy with it and for under $61 this is awesome. I am planning to hunt with this during the next deer season.

Other: I can't help you with the MOA, wind knobs, and all that. I do not know the terminology yet. What I do know is you can poke an eye out at a 100 yards (the eye of the game you are hunting that is) with this scope and an AK.

21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Barska rifle scope, January 12, 2008

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Carrie Jenkins (SF Bay area) - See all my reviews
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I use this scope on a .270 with a fair amount of recoil. It requires the use of steel bases and steel rings to prevent the weight of this unit from causing loss of zero. The field of view is outstanding and even with a bad eye I am able to repeat impact points at the target range. I consider this as a great buy for the economy minded. It works well.
Carrie Jenkins