The Best Japanese Glass under £500

The Falcon T50i Plus 5–50×60i ED MOA rifle scope is a purpose-built optic that offers serious performance for shooters engaged in disciplines such as field target, benchrest, long-range target, and F-Class shooting. With a powerful 10× zoom factor and high-grade components, this scope delivers outstanding optical and mechanical precision, all while offering remarkable value for money.

At the heart of the T50i Plus is its use of ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) glass elements, combined with high-quality Hoya Japanese glass, which produces stunning clarity, excellent colour rendition, and fine detail resolution across the entire magnification range. These optical enhancements provide a distinct advantage when reading mirage, estimating range, or resolving small targets at extended distances. The glass-etched E‑CDi MOA reticle features a floating 0.2 MOA illuminated centre dot, aiding precision shot placement and visibility in varying light conditions. Being in the second focal plane, the reticle remains a constant size regardless of zoom level, making it ideal for precision target work.

Mechanically, the scope is built around a robust 34 mm one-piece tube, providing ample internal adjustment range and a rock-solid platform for long-range shooting. The turrets are tactile, crisp, and track with 1/8 MOA adjustments and 10 MOA per revolution. The elevation turret offers +70 MOA of adjustment, more than enough for most extreme long-range applications. A particular highlight is the easy-to-use zero-stop system, which is both durable and intuitive, allowing shooters to return to their baseline without guesswork or accidental over-rotation.

Another standout feature is the scope’s side parallax adjustment, which ranges from 10 meters to infinity. The focus wheel is snappy and responsive, making it exceptionally useful for field target shooting, where accurate range finding is critical. At the same time, the generous field of view - ranging from 24.8 ft at 5× to 2.52 ft at 50× - offers flexibility for both wide-scope awareness and tight aiming on distant targets.

The Falcon T50i Plus is engineered to endure real-world use. It’s nitrogen-purged, shockproof, and waterproof, capable of handling the recoil of powerful calibers like .338 Lapua Magnum and even .50 BMG, as well as high-power spring-piston air rifles. It ships with a global no-time-limit warranty, underlining Falcon’s confidence in their product and commitment to long-term support.

Where the T50i Plus really shines is in its versatility. It’s ideally suited for benchrest, thanks to its ultra-fine adjustment and clean reticle design. It’s equally effective for field target shooting, with its crisp focus and ED optics helping competitors estimate distance accurately and confidently. Long-range shooters and F-Class competitors will appreciate the precision turret tracking, generous elevation range, and reliable zero stop - features that usually command a much higher price in competing scopes.

In conclusion, the Falcon T50i Plus 5–50×60i ED MOA scope delivers a level of performance and build quality that belies its price tag. Whether you're targeting sub-MOA groups at long range, zeroing in on 15 mm kills in FT, or competing at a national level, this scope gives you the clarity, tracking reliability, and adjustability needed to compete with the best. For shooters seeking premium features at a reasonable cost, this scope is one of the smartest investments currently available on the optics market.