I'm looking for users of the Hawke direct-to-dovetail mount red dot sights. I like the idea of no adapters required to install on 11-13 mm dovetails, specifically on the Diana Airbug/Chaser and also "clones" like the Artemis CP2. I realize this mounting regime would limit these models to use on airguns and perhaps .22 rimfires that use this size dovetail, but that's OK with me. I had a query on these sights on the Artemis CP2 thread, but received limited responses. So, anyone out there actually using these models? And what is your opinion in terms of the overall quality (construction and controls/adjustments), and in particular the quality of the dot itself (roundness/crispness of the 3-minute dot).
Hawke RedDot Sights, Direct to 11-13mm Rail Mounting
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Hey glad I saw this yes they are very solidly built. They are a perfect match for any dovetail. I had mine on a Diana Bandit and it worked perfectly. I’m not a red dot fan but it worked.
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The little Hawke dots are the only ones I have made work for me.
I have two of the smallest, 20mm I think.
One is on a stock Prod as it is not worthy of a scope. So my least accurate gun has the most kills.
I kept switching it from gun to gun until I received a second one for Christmas. That one lives on a Lego co2 pistol.
I hate adaptors and risers. If it doesn’t clamp to the rail, I don’t want it.
They can be found for under $100 if patient.
If I buy a 3rd on it will be the 30mm….some day.
I have two of the smallest, 20mm I think.
One is on a stock Prod as it is not worthy of a scope. So my least accurate gun has the most kills.
I kept switching it from gun to gun until I received a second one for Christmas. That one lives on a Lego co2 pistol.
I hate adaptors and risers. If it doesn’t clamp to the rail, I don’t want it.
They can be found for under $100 if patient.
If I buy a 3rd on it will be the 30mm….some day.
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For 10m shooting I would much rather use a diopter equipped rifle. But that 3moa dot is really small. I was very surprised.
For my pesting, under 25 yards, they are perfect, when I choose to use them.
For my pesting, under 25 yards, they are perfect, when I choose to use them.
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Hawke makes quality equipment, period !
Don't be afraid to use any of their sights/scopes.
Mike
Don't be afraid to use any of their sights/scopes.
Mike
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OK guys, you pretty much have "sold" me on the Hawke then.. I was considering the "middle" sized version (25mm, I think) to install on my brother's new Artemis CP2. I guess while I'm asking, I might as well ask where is the best outfit to purchase one from? They are a bit pricey at $100+ though, so the quality better BE there. I have a Sig Romeo5 on my "personal" Diana Chaser, I'm very satisfied with it. The R5 requires the UTG dove tail adapter, though. What drew me to the Hawke is that it mounts directly to the dovetail, NO adapter required. As Forrest Gump once said, "One less thing"
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Just curious if the Hawke VANTAGE RED DOT 1X30 on an AirBug would interfere with the rotary magazine? Would you have to downsize to 25 or 20?
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