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Hawke Sidewinder Rifle Scope Review – [FULL OPTIC REVIEW]

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We understand; choosing a scope for your rifle is a lot easier said than done.

Why? Because there’s an abundance of “amazing” scopes out there ...

... which might not seem all that bad at first sight, but once you start sifting through the hordes of options, things go south pretty darn fast.

Complicated technical lingo and must-have features don’t really help matters along either.

But in this post, we’ll show you everything and anything you ever wanted to know about the Hawke Sidewinder 30 series of scopes, narrowing down your field of play.

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Why do people love Hawke's Sidewinder 30 range of scopes?​
The Sidewinder Family
Top Features
Best Hawke Sidewinder Scopes
HK4010 Sidewinder
HK4026 Sidewinder
HK4005 Sidewinder
HK4009 Sidewinder
HK4017 Sidewinder
Hawke Sidewinder 30 Scope Series Pros and Cons
Hawke Sidewinder 30 Scopes - Final Thoughts

Why do people love Hawke's Sidewinder 30 range of scopes?​

Well, the Sidewinder series comprises of 11 different models, each priced at different points, and each bringing their own great value to the table.

These scopes were made with precision and long-range accuracy in mind. To be honest, these scopes offer unbeatable value and with their 30 mm mono-tube chassis’, these models offer you stability and strength like you won’t believe.

They also sport exposed turrets, which is great for quick but precise adjustments, and with 8 different magnification ranges, the Sidewinder scopes has you covered in all your long-range shooting applications.

The Sidewinder Family

1. HK4034 - 30mm, 10x42, 10x 1/2 Mil

2. H K4002 - 30mm, 3-12x50, 10x 1/2 Mil Do t

3. HK4005 - 30mm, 3-12x50, SR Pro

4. HK4006 - 30mm, 4-16x50, 10x 1/2 Mild Dot

5. HK4009 - 30mm, 4-16x50, SR Pro

6. HK4022 - 30mm, 4.5-14x42, 10x 1/2 Mild Dot

7. HK4010 - 30mm, 6-24x56, 20x 1/2 Mild Dot

8. HK4013 - 30mm, 6-24x56, SR Pro

9. HK4026 - 30mm, 6.5x20x42, 20x 1/2 Mil Dot

10. HK4014 - 30mm, 8-32x56, 20x 1/2 Mil Dot

11. HK4017 - 30mm, 8-32x56, SR Pro


Top Features

Here’s what we love most about the Hawke Sidewinder 30 series of scopes:

Fully Multi-Coated Lenses

The Sidewinder scopes have 18-layer advanced lens coatings, which ensure increased light transmission and improved performance.


Illumination Rheostat & Side Focus Wheels

The 42mm models sport 2-inch side wheels, while the other scopes are decked out with 4-inch wheels. They all come with rheostats that have 5 settings in red and green.


Exposed, Locking & Resettable Turrets

Zeroing and staying on target is always quick and reliable with the Sidewinder 30 scopes thanks to push-pull locking, resettable turrets with positive 1/4 MOA click values, and 15 MOA per revolution.


Master Craftsmanship

The Sidewinder rifle scopes were designed with long range accuracy and precision in mind, and all components of these scopes have been engineered to exact standards.


Best Hawke Sidewinder Scopes

Today we want to draw your attention to 5 of Hawke’s bestselling Sidewinder 30 scopes. Here they are in no particular order…


HK4010 Sidewinder

The Hawke 6-24x56 Sidewinder is most loved for its great weight and profile. It’s also a nice mid-range scope, but some customers have reported issues with the cover caps that just don’t operate the way they’re supposed to, which could be a potential drawback.

hk4010sidewinder

Specifications:

Magnification: 6-24x

Objective Lens: 50mm

Tube Diameter: 56mm

BSA Sweet 17 Scope

HK4026 Sidewinder

The Sidewinder TAC 6.5-20x42 is praised for its precise and accurate clicks, but it’s also well-known for its ability to illuminate the reticle, which is very handy in low light conditions. This is a Sidewinder family member that’s a little more expensive, but if you don’t have the cash to splash just yet, it’s well worth saving up for!


HK4005 Sidewinder

This model is best known for sharp and clear imaging, regardless of your lighting. The side-focus system is also highly praised, but you’ll need to be prepared to splash some serious cash if you want to invest in this top-notch scope.

hk4005sidewinder

Specifications:

Magnification: 3-12x

Objective Lens: 50mm

Tube Diameter: 30mm

BSA Sweet 17 Scope



HK4009 Sidewinder

The HK4009 is a SR Pro IR Scope, and as such, is praised for its excellent optics. It also has amazing range finding capabilities. The catch? You’ll have to get used to operating the side focus with your left hand while you’re holding the rifle.

hk4009sidewinder

Specifications:

Magnification: 4-16x

Objective Lens: 50mm

Tube Diameter: 30mm

BSA Sweet 17 Scope



HK4017 Sidewinder

If you’re okay with a scope that’s a little on the heavy side, the Sidewinder 30 Pro IR Riflescope is an excellent choice. It’s easy to adjust, provides crisp and clear imaging and keeps zero perfectly.

Hawke Sidewinder 30 Scope Series Pros and Cons


Hawke Sidewinder 30 Scope Series Pros

Excellent build and quality

Clear and sharp optics

Great adjustable illuminated reticle (on certain models in either red or green)

Very affordable

Very durable

Great accuracy


Hawke Sidewinder 30 Scope Series Cons

Some of the scopes in the Sidewinder 30 range are a bit heavy

These scopes go a little dark after 24x


Hawke Sidewinder 30 Scopes - Final Thoughts

Long gone are the days where you needed to spend retirement funds on a decent rifle scope. With the Hawke Sidewinder 30 series of scopes you get unbeatable value at a fraction of the cost that you’d expect this technology to come at.

We’d happily recommend these scopes for anyone looking to invest in a new rifle scope. These scopes come available in a wide variety of price options which means that they cater to different needs and give you as much power as you can afford.

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