Scope for a break barrel springer

[TonyL]

I am looking for a scope for a break barrel springer with around 12x magnification and px adjustment.

I have been looking on the "Optic Reviews" section and the Hawke Panorama EV 4-12x40 comes out well and I'm wondering if the AO version is as good and will it stand up to the recoil of a springer.
I know that I need to look through the glass to see if it suits me but I want to narrow the search down so any other suggestions would be more than welcome.

Thanks,
Gary.

I have one of these on a totally standard .177 HW99S and it's been perfect.

(Thank you, Craig-P).

[gtfreight]

I have one of these on a totally standard .177 HW99S and it's been perfect.

(Thank you, Craig-P).

Thanks Tony,
I'll keep an eye out for one. Do you think it will make too much difference if I can only get the 50mm version?

[TonyL]

I have no experience of the 50mm version as I generally am not a fan of huge objectives, preferring my sporters to retain sleek lines.

I'd have guessed that performance / durability etc will be the same, but if fitting the larger scope necessitates taller mounts, this could lead to comb / eye alignment issues (obviously dependant on your rifle / stock / comb configuration).

Generally a higher mounted scope will lead to more holdover required at shorter ranges (up to closest zero) but less at longer ranges (beyond primary zero) so much depends on intended use.

[gtfreight]

I have no experience of the 50mm version as I generally am not a fan of huge objectives, preferring my sporters to retain sleek lines.

I'd have guessed that performance / durability etc will be the same, but if fitting the larger scope necessitates taller mounts, this could lead to comb / eye alignment issues (obviously dependant on your rifle / stock / comb configuration).

Generally a higher mounted scope will lead to more holdover required at shorter ranges (up to closest zero) but less at longer ranges (beyond primary zero) so much depends on intended use.

That makes sense, obviously if the objective lens is 10 mm larger, the scope is going to need to be 5mm higher on the gun.
Thanks again,
Gary.

[keithy]

I have a hawk panorama on my hw80 its still ok after two years so evidently shock proof!!

[Blackrider]

On springers for me the Bushnell Legend 5-15x40AO has no equal and I use five. Used to swear by Simmons Pro Airs but I only have two now.
I have other various makes on other springers and rammers and I'm currently "trailing" an NS Panamax 3-9x40AO on a HW 95 which to date is holding up well having been to two Spring Bashes and using the gun on the range for almost a year !
Should add, I'm impressed with the Vortex Diamondback having seen Les's (Les Allam) scope at the last Bash as a future replacement to the Legends !

[gtfreight]

On springers for me the Bushnell Legend 5-15x40AO has no equal and I use five. Used to swear by Simmons Pro Airs but I only have two now.
I have other various makes on other springers and rammers and I'm currently "trailing" an NS Panamax 3-9x40AO on a HW 95 which to date is holding up well having been to two Spring Bashes and using the gun on the range for almost a year !
Should add, I'm impressed with the Vortex Diamondback having seen Les's (Les Allam) scope at the last Bash as a future replacement to the Legends !

I have researched these Bushnells too but they're like rocking horse poo to get hold of.

[gtfreight]

I have a hawk panorama on my hw80 its still ok after two years so evidently shock proof!!

Thanks for the info'.
I can consider them shock proof if they can hold up to a HW80.
I was looking for a used one but when found they're about £100. Considering the warranty isn't transferable, I think I need to source a well priced new one.