WULF Hurricane Compact 3–10×40 SFP IR HFT Pro - A Surprisingly Capable Little Scope
WULF Hurricane Compact 3–10×40 SFP IR HFT Pro - A Surprisingly Capable Little Scope
The WULF Hurricane Compact 3–10×40 SFP IR HFT Pro has been turning heads in the airgun community - and after reading Gary Chillingworth’s hands-on review for Airgun World, it’s easy to see why. This model isn’t pretending to compete with £1,000 optics, but instead focuses on something far more useful: practical performance, solid design, and real-world usability at an accessible price.
Compact, Durable and Built for Use
Gary describes the Hurricane Compact as one of those rare scopes that feels “right” the moment you pick it up. At just 28 cm in length and weighing around 610 g, it’s small enough to suit bullpups, lightweight rigs, or competition rifles without upsetting the balance. The 30 mm aircraft-grade aluminium tube gives it a reassuring toughness, and its matte finish cuts glare during woodland or bright-range days.
This is a scope built for the outdoors: waterproof, shockproof, fogproof, and sturdy enough to survive knocks without losing zero, as Gary happily tests.
Optics That Outperform Its Price
The real surprise is the glass. At this price, you expect “good enough”, but WULF has managed to deliver crisp edge-to-edge clarity, vivid colour and a bright image through the 40 mm objective lens - even on those dull days where most shooters start questioning life choices and bacon roll availability.
Gary highlights that the scope avoids the common budget-scope distortions like fishbowl edges, and the illuminated HFT-Pro reticle is bold enough to pop against busy woodland backgrounds. While it’s chunkier than some precision shooters may prefer, it’s perfect for hunting, HFT and fast target acquisition.
Turrets & Tracking: Better Than Expected
A key point in Gary’s review is how reliably the Hurricane Compact tracks. It passed a full box test with zero shift on return - a huge win for a scope under £200.Turrets give 0.1 MRAD adjustments, with a tactile feel and positive clicks. The elevation turret is exposed while the windage turret is capped - an odd combo, but it doesn’t hurt performance.
Reset-to-zero is simple, tool-free, and field-friendly
In the Field
Mounted on an Air Arms HFT-500, Gary reports strong clarity across typical HFT distances, with parallax adjustment down to 10 yards performing well. Only at the very edge of the 45-yard mark did the image soften slightly.
The illuminated reticle remains clear and usable in low light, and importantly, the scope holds zero even after deliberate knocks, making it confidence-inspiring for both competition and hunting.
One small downside? A sunshade isn’t included, which could help eliminate white-out in certain light angles, but that’s a minor gripe at this price point.
Verdict
The WULF Hurricane Compact offers exactly what most shooters want: a tough, dependable, bright and user-friendly optic that punches above its class. Its combination of robust construction, accurate tracking, and genuinely usable glass makes it a standout option in the sub-£200 bracket.
Original review by Gary Chillingworth, Airgun World.
Source: Airgun World Magazine
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WULF Nova 20–60×80 Dual Focus Spotting Scope – Review Roundup
WULF Nova 20–60×80 Dual Focus Spotting Scope – Review Roundup
We recently came across an in-depth field review of the WULF Nova 20–60×80 Dual Focus Spotting Scope, and it’s a great read for anyone wanting real-world insight into how this scope performs. James Hamilton put the Nova through its paces in true autumn weather — drizzle, low light, shifting conditions — and his findings paint a very positive picture of what this budget-friendly scope can really do.
A Smartly Designed Budget Scope
James highlights what many users already appreciate about WULF: they’re a young brand, but they’re earning a serious reputation for offering feature-packed optics at a sensible price. The Nova continues that trend, bringing dual-focus controls, fully multi-coated lenses, and a rugged body usually found in higher-priced scopes.
Optical Performance That Punches Above Its Price
According to the review, image brightness and clarity are some of Nova’s standout strengths. The 80mm objective and coatings deliver a surprisingly bright, sharp view in typical autumn light. Colour is natural, contrast is solid, and while there’s some softening at the very edges at 60×, performance at mid-magnification is excellent.
James also praised the dual-focus system, noting that being able to instantly switch from coarse to fine adjustments makes a big difference when you're chasing detail — especially with wildlife that won’t sit still!
Built for the Outdoors
The review is realistic about conditions: from woodland edges to wetland mornings, the Nova held up well. The waterproof, nitrogen-purged build stayed fog-free, and the textured finish made it easy to handle even when the weather turned. It’s robust without being overly heavy, though James (like most reviewers) recommends pairing it with a solid tripod at higher zoom levels.
Strong Field Performance
At 20–30× magnification, the scope feels stable, bright and ideal for scanning, while pushing up to 60× introduces the usual narrowing of the field of view — but still remains usable for detail work with a steady tripod.
James also called out the impressive close-focus distance of around 5–6 metres, which opens up possibilities for observing insects, small birds and other nearby wildlife.
Highlights From the Review
Pros
• Versatile 20–60× zoom
• Dual-focus system is rarely found at this price
• Bright, clear optics with good colour
• Waterproof and fog-proof
• Strong, durable build
Cons
• Image softens slightly at max zoom
• Eye relief may be tight for glasses wearers
• Needs a steady tripod at high power
• Zoom can feel stiff at the extremes
Final Thoughts
Overall, James’s review is very positive. The WULF Nova is praised as a dependable, great-value spotting scope that delivers more than you’d expect under £200. While it won’t match premium models in low light or at extreme zooms, its optical quality, dual-focus design, and rugged build make it a fantastic option for birdwatchers, wildlife fans, and general outdoor users.
If you're looking for a budget-friendly scope that still feels well thought-out and field-ready, the Nova is well worth considering.
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Vortex Razor HD Gen II 4.5–27×56 Review - Elite Long-Range Performance
Vortex Razor HD Gen II 4.5–27×56 Review - Elite Long-Range Performance
Whether you're just getting into shooting targets or have been for a few years, getting the best rifle scope is at the top of all shooters' minds, whether it be the value they are looking for or absolute performance. Look no further, the Vortex Razor 4.5-27x56 has arrived (a few years ago).
Quick look
One of the best performing scopes on today's market and certaining one of the best selling scopes as well is definitely the Vortex Razor HD Gen II 4.5-27x56. Offering class-leading Glass quality with their HD optical system, XR plus lens coatings & fully multi-coated lenses for light transmission, Armortek lens coating for protection against scratches and dirt and an extremely reliable & durable finish, this unit is tough as nails and as precise as a laser. With exposed locking turrets, simply pull up to adjust and listen to and feel those extremely tactile clicks, leaving no doubt about your adjustment. This feature offers an impressive 33 MRAD of elevation adjustment and 14 MRAD of windage adjustment.
Reticle
The first focal plane (FFP) design ensures the reticle’s subtensions stay accurate at every magnification. Because the reticle scales with the scope’s zoom, 1 mrad at 4.5× is identical in value to 1 mrad at 27×. This consistency removes uncertainty and helps maintain precise shot placement.
Complementing this, the Christmas-tree–style layout provides clearly numbered elevation and windage references, making rapid adjustments easy. Elevation and wind calls can be made simultaneously without confusion. For instance, if your shot requires a 3-mrad holdover and a 1-mrad wind hold, you simply drop to the 3-mrad elevation mark and move across to the corresponding 1-mrad wind mark.
Adjustment and Field of View
The Vortex Razor 4.5–27×56 gives you a really useful spread of magnification. At 4.5×, you’ve got a wide field of view that makes it easy to pick up targets or scan an area, and at 27×, you get a much tighter, more detailed sight picture for precise long-range work. The field of view goes from 25.3 feet at 100 yards down to 4.4 feet at max power.
In terms of adjustments, the scope provides plenty of travel-33 mrad of elevation and 14 mrad of windage, click moving your impact by 0.1 mrad (roughly 1 cm at 100 m). In real shooting terms, if you’re taking a 300-metre shot that needs 1 mrad of elevation and a 0.5 mrad wind correction, you’d simply dial 10 clicks for elevation and 5 for wind, or just hold using the matching marks in the reticle. It’s straightforward, predictable, and makes consistent long-range holdovers easy.
Specificiations
Magnification: 4.5-27xObjective Lens Diameter: 56 mmFocal Plane: First Focal PlaneReticle: EBR-7C (MRAD)Eye Relief: 3.7"Field of View: 25.3' - 4.4' @ 100 ydsTurret Style: Exposed LockingTube Size: 34mmAdjustment Graduation: .1 MRADTravel Per Rotation: 10 MRADMax Elevation Adjustment: 33 MRADMax Windage Adjustment: 14 MRADParallax Setting: 32 yds. - ∞Length: 14.4"Weight: 48.5 oz
What's in the box?
• L-Tec Tool• 4" sunshade• 2mm Hex Wrench• CR2032 Battery• Lens Cloth
COST - £2809.99
Honest opinion
This scope is a powerhouse when it comes to optical quality, usability and sheer build quality. This scope feels sturdy enough that you could use it for a hammer on a work site and then shoot groups in your afternoon, it's that good. It is a little heavy, but for a long-range target scope, there is nothing wrong with a bit of weight. It could hamper hunting use, however long range target is the bread and butter for this scope, if you need the best scope money (most of your money) can buy, look no further than this razor scope, you would struggle to find a better scope in this class, and as a bonus, this scope is covered under vortex's Very Important Promise (VIP) warranty for life so if this scope becomes faulty or you even drop the rifle and crack the scope, it is covered under the warranty for repair/replacement. With all these features, what is left to look at? READ ARTICLE
SWFA SS 10×42 Gen 2 Review - Rugged Fixed-Power Precision
SWFA SS 10×42 Gen 2 Review - Rugged Fixed-Power Precision
The SWFA SS 10×42 Gen 2 has earned a reputation as a rugged, dependable fixed-power scope designed for shooters who value simplicity, precision, and durability. While it occupies a modest price bracket, it is often compared with optics far above its cost. This review looks at its specifications, features, real-world usability, and where the scope excels or falls short.
Specifications & Build Quality
• Magnification: Fixed 10×
• Objective Lens: 42 mm
• Tube Diameter: 30 mm
• Reticle: MOA-Quad (Second Focal Plane)
• Turrets: Modular Turret System (MTS) with built-in zero-stop
• Field of View: ~11.8 ft @ 100 yds
• Weight: ~590 g
• Construction: Waterproof, fogproof, shockproof, nitrogen-purged
• Recoil Rating: Up to .50 BMG
The overall construction is robust, with an emphasis on reliability. The scope feels solid, and the mechanical components - particularly the turrets - are engineered for repeatable tracking and tactile adjustments.
Features & Performance
Optical Quality
The fully multi-coated glass provides a bright, high-contrast image suitable for long-range precision shooting. While not in the league of premium European optics, its clarity is widely regarded as exceptional for the price.
Fixed 10× Magnification
A fixed-power scope simplifies the design and reduces mechanical failure points.
• Advantages: Consistent optical performance, fewer internal moving parts, predictable reticle usage.
• Limitations: Less versatile for close-range or rapidly changing environments.
10× is well-suited for mid- to long-range shooting, target work, and training platforms.
MOA-Quad Reticle (SFP)
The reticle design offers clean vertical and horizontal reference marks without clutter. Being in the second focal plane means subtensions remain accurate at one magnification - easy, because the scope is fixed-power.
Turrets & Adjustments
The MTS turrets provide audible, tactile clicks with dependable repeatability. The built-in zero-stop is a welcome feature, especially for a scope in this price range, making it easy to return to your baseline elevation.
Durability & Environmental Resistance
With a recoil rating up to .50 BMG, the scope is engineered to withstand substantial punishment. It is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, making it suitable for harsh weather and rugged field use.
Use-Cases
The SWFA SS 10×42 Gen 2 is best for:
• Long-range target shooting
• Precision rifle training
• Hunters who primarily shoot at a distance
• Budget-conscious shooters wanting a durable, no-nonsense optic
• Rifles where simplicity and reliability matter more than versatility
Less ideal for:
• Close-range hunting
• Dynamic shooting where variable magnification is beneficial
• Low-light conditions requiring illumination
Pros & Cons
Pros
• Excellent optical clarity for its price
• Extremely durable construction
• Reliable, repeatable turret system with zero-stop
• Simple, uncluttered MOA reticle
• Fixed magnification prevents mechanical failures and maintains consistent performance.
• Rated for heavy recoil
Cons
• Fixed 10× magnification limits flexibility
• Slightly heavier than alternatives in the same category
• Rear-focus parallax adjustment may be less intuitive for some shooters.
• Lacks advanced features such as illumination or first focal plane reticles
Conclusion
The SWFA SS 10×42 SFP MOA Gen 2 is a practical, rugged, and highly dependable scope that offers outstanding value. Its optical quality, turret precision, and brute-strength construction make it a favourite among precision shooters - particularly those who appreciate the reliability and simplicity of a fixed-power optic. While it lacks the adaptability of a variable-magnification scope and some modern tactical features, it excels at what it’s designed to do: provide consistent, repeatable performance for mid- to long-range shooting.
If you want a scope that “just works,” holds zero under abuse, and punches above its price class, the SWFA SS 10×42 remains one of the strongest options available. READ ARTICLE
Delta Stryker 3.5-21x44 Review - The Ultimate Do-Everything Scope
Delta Stryker 3.5-21x44 Review - The Ultimate Do-Everything Scope
When looking at a scope, there are lots of features to consider and even more opinions, but what do you need and what do you listen to? A Delta Stryker & Me, listen to me. The Delta Stryker 3.5-21x44 represents the best magnification range and value for one scope to do everything; hunting, target, and even flexing on your mates that your scope is better. These scopes are hard to beat and easy to see why.
Quick Look
The 3.5-21x44 Stryker offers the perfect amount of magnification for all shooting types, Field Target, Precision Rimfire, Long Range Target, Long range hunting & even Short Range Hunting. If you are shooting close in, 3.5x magnification is perfect for hunting and quick shooting while 21x magnification is perfect for long-range target and other precision shooting styles. It features a very easy-to-use, Christmas tree-style reticle with numbered elevation and windage marks & illumination for those low-light shooting conditions. 45 MRAD of elevation adjustment, 24 MRAD of windage adjustment & 10 MRAD of adjustment with each revolution, this unit blows it's competitors out of the water, they just cannot compare With only a 44mm objective, critics would assume that the field of view is not good enough to be on par with other units around the 20x mark but they would be wrong, this unit offers more field of view than comparable units in price and in magnification, 11.1m to 1.9m at 100m is far more than most other units. With more Adjustment, Field of view & more uses...you just get more from this unit that you can even use. The scope even comes with white lines on the side of the scope so that when mounting, it removes a lot of the guesswork and makes it simple with just aligning the white line with the ring mount and voila, scope level.
Reticle
The Christmas-Tree style reticle makes it easy to quick on the fly adjustments for elevation and windage as they are numbered and the first focal plane (FFP) location of the reticle means the subtensions of the reticle will be correct at any magnification as the reticle will magnify and zoom out with the scopes magnification, this means 1 mrad at 3.5x power will be the same distance on the reticle as on 21x power. It removes any doubt for the correct adjustment and makes you a more accurate shooter. Elevation and wind calls simultaneously are a breeze with this, as it displays a wind hold on the respective elevation hold. For example, imagine a 6 MRAD holdover with a 1 MRAD call for wind; it is simple to make this as you would move down to the 6 mark and across to the larger 1 MRAD mark for wind.
Magnification & Field of View
Having the correct amount of magnification for your shooting type is critical. Whether it is dictated by rules or usability, having the correct zoom will determine how your shooting experience is. For hunting, having a variable lower power scope around the sub 15x power range is great because it has a low enough power that you can use it for scanning and searching while having enough (but not too much) power to take those shots. While for the target, having up to 21x power is ideal for most shooting past 1000m. Most of the time, for less than 1000m, you won't be using the max magnification anyway; you'll be on around 10x to 18x power. Having all the magnification in the world doesn't matter if you can't see around your target. Field of view comes in handy for shooting, when scanning (obviously) and less thought of...when you miss! If you can't see around your target and you miss, you will have no reference for what adjustment you need to make, and you won't be able to make an accurate follow-up shot. That is where this scope beats its competitors. This scope's field of view is amazing at 11.1m to 1.9m (depending on magnification) at 100m. This easily beats Vortex Strike eagles, Razors, Vipers and even the 56mm version of the Delta Stryker.
Specifications
• Magnification Range: 3.5x - 21x• Objective Diameter: 44mm• Field of View @ 100m: 11.1m - 1.9m• Eye Relief: 71-99mm• Diopter Range: -3D/+3D• Water Proof (N2): 0.3kg/cm²• Reticle Position: 1st focal plane• Illumination: Cross• Counter Clockwise: YES• Per Click: 0.1 MRAD• Per Revolution: 10 MRAD• Elev Adj Range: 45 MRAD• Wind Adj Range: 23 MRAD• Parallax Adjustment: 9m - ∞• Zero-Stop: YES• Tube Diameter: 34mm• Length: 325mm (12.8")• Weight: 890g (31.39oz)• Warranty: 10 years
What's in the box?
• Bikini cover• Throw lever
COST: £1,699.99
Honest Opinion
I love this scope.... It has the perfect magnification, field of view, reticle, adjustment, size and weight to do anything and do it all well. That can't be said for 99% of scopes. You could use this scope for anything, and it would be the best scope at doing it. Amazingly clear glass, crisp reticle with easy to read marks and illumination, a reference mark for ease of mounting and tactile turrets which adjust to the sun and back, what is not to love? Yes, it is a healthy amount of money, but buy once, cry once. I promise you this will be the best scope you have used, and you will not regret buying this scope. Truly one scope to rule them all. READ ARTICLE
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