In your opinion would this scope (DNT 7-35x56) be a good option for Air Rifle?

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this scope in on sale and i thought perhaps purchasing one as they are currently on sale of $600 and one can opt for a payment plan. my principle concern is the 25yd parallax value. i've no experience with this scope and will be receiving my first Air Rifle this week.

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TheOne 7-35x: Advanced Traditional Scope for Long-Range Accuracy

DNT Optics proudly presents TheOne, a 7-35x56 first focal plane traditional scope engineered for long-range accuracy and durability. Featuring a 34mm tube, illuminated TOR 0.2 Mil reticle, fully illuminated crosshair, and a zero stop, it delivers superior clarity and reliable performance. See...
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thank you in advance for your thoughts/recommendations.
 
25 yard is 75 feet ! I looked at your link , they do not say Air Gun rated. I have been this game for many years and i just do not buy any scope that does not have 10 yard minimum focus .
Do you plan on ever shooting any thing under 75 feet ? how about Squirrels raiding your garden or flower beds around the house ?
In my opinion this is way to limited scope for air gunning .
My personal choice is Athlon scope in 10 to infinity Parallax.
 
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The specs of this scope appear to be identical with the Arken EP 7-35 Gen2 and was probably manufactured in the same factory. Why pay $665 when you can get the identical scope direct from Arken for $551. I have a number of Arken scopes and can attest to their fine quality. I use them for BR shooting and they work great. The LH series has 30mm tubes vs the 34 and are great for hunting where lighter weight is better.
 
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The specs of this scope appear to be identical with the Arken EP 7-35 Gen2 and was probably manufactured in the same factory. Why pay $665 when you can get the identical scope direct from Arken for $551. I have a number of Arken scopes and can attest to their fine quality. I use them for BR shooting and they work great. The LH series has 30mm tubes vs the 34 and are great for hunting where lighter weight is better.
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This is the type of info AGN is famous for , apparently the same scope for less .
 
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Slightly different reticles between brands, and DNT is generally regarded as featuring better glass and overall QC. Some scopes are more forgiving as far as their parallax ratings or usability at closer ranges by turning the magnification down. I had an Arken that was pretty much unusable inside ~18yds to my eyes.
 
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student said:
i understand. the scope is now on sale in a few places for $600 +/- like Amazon and Cameraland NY etc.

from my brief reading/review, it is pretty much the same scope as the Arken, however there are a few differences that might be important to some?

sound like the parallax issue might be a deal breaker for the airgun user.
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They are always on sale of some kind. Its their business model, but sometimes of the year the sale is better. Usually around the holidays they do like a ~30% off sale, both Arken and DNT have been doing it. I would not choose that scope for an air rifle though, its super heavy and some people have not like the image quality. They have better options that have better image quality and a better 10yds parallax. I have an Arken EPL4 that makes a really nice air rifle scope, but you should also take a look at Athlon specifically these two:

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Athlon Optics Helos BTR Gen 2 Rifle Scope 2-12x 42mm Illuminated AHMR2

All the attributes of an ideal designated marksman rifle scope, with features equally suitable for the modern hunter or an operators DMR. This DMR scope...
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Athlon Optics Midas TAC Rifle Scope 6-24x 50mm APLR4 MOA Reticle Matte

Athlon Optics has listened to customer feedback and suggestions and developed the Midas Tactical. Loaded with features including HD glass, fully...
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