Hey Sean I just got my new Hawke FFP. So far I really like it. But it didn't come with the Torx wrench for the turrets? Did your come with the wrench??
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Scope Review: Hawke Sidewinder FFP 6-24 x 56mm (vs. Argos, & Airmax 30)
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Yes, mine did come with the tools-I think they were in the bag with the lens cleaning cloth and spare battery? Double check that they aren’t hidden in the cloth.
Glad you like the scope so far-I still really like mine a lot. Let me know your thoughts on it as you get some more time using the scope.
Sean
Glad you like the scope so far-I still really like mine a lot. Let me know your thoughts on it as you get some more time using the scope.
Sean
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I have both scopes and think your assessments are spot on. The Hawke just feels better and i like the turrets better as well. I all fairness, i really haven't used the Argos that much as it is on a Kalibrgun Cricket that I do not like. I always catch myself grabing the Impact to shoot.
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DoH? The one place I didn't look! LOL!
100% Better then the SWFA. Nice to have a good Scope doesn't have the milky haze!
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So Tolu58, now that you've had some time with the scope, what are your thoughts on it?
Sean
Sean
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Thank you for the very good review. I Have the argos 6-24x50 ffp, which I like , but it gets fuzzy at the higher magnification. Good enough for the low price.
I'll order the 6-24x56 Hawke sidewinder ffp, based on your review. Thank you again.
Fred
I'll order the 6-24x56 Hawke sidewinder ffp, based on your review. Thank you again.
Fred
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I'll use this on my .25 crown, ,25 AA S-510 (modified with regulator and hammer work by Motorhead, Grand job), .22 Maximathor, and .25 Marauder, modified by Tim Hill, grand job.
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I just read your full review very thoroughly. I own both the Argos and the Airmax 30. I agree fully with your review and comparison of these two scopes. Very well done. I'll order this while myfavorite store has 10% off plus free two day shipping. Thank you again. Great review and comparisons. Fred
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Did you by chance take a look at the red and green numbering on your scope for the illuminated reticle? Mine is "brand new" {second one since the first one the RED Reticle LED was DOA} - This one the lettering is coming off or just spotty. Also My dust covers look like someone was using the wrong tools on them. - Hate to send this one back too and be down AGAIN for another 2 weeks or more with transit times.
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Hey Sean,
Just came across this now, great review and I have the FFP Hawke coming soon. Any word from Hawke on the 2" side wheel and markings going the wrong way? I did notice the Hawke website doesn't list the 2" wheel as an accessory for this scope. Shame if not, I much prefer the size to the 4" version.
Bob.
Just came across this now, great review and I have the FFP Hawke coming soon. Any word from Hawke on the 2" side wheel and markings going the wrong way? I did notice the Hawke website doesn't list the 2" wheel as an accessory for this scope. Shame if not, I much prefer the size to the 4" version.
Bob.
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I own two of them now (one for my son's gun). I looked at the knobs and notice a little bit of spotty marking in the green or red number markings-not a big deal to me, but you're correct, it seems to be there.
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I hadn't heard anything back from Hawke on that topic-I think they've covered themselves by simply not listing the 2" wheel as compatible with the FFP scope. My hope is that they will be releasing a new 2" wheel for those who use the FFP scopes... I too would like the 2" wheel.
Sean
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For anyone interested: the new Hawke Sidewinder FFP 6-24 x 56 scope is back on DVOR.com for $375! Also, the Hawke Sidewinder ED (TMX) 10-50 x 60 is also listed for $619 at the moment! These deals won't last more than a few days...
Sean
Sean
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Hey Sean,
I dropped Hawke a message and they said that they would it fact be releasing a 2" wheel for this scope so it should be out sometime in the (hopefully) near future!
Cheers,
Bob.
I dropped Hawke a message and they said that they would it fact be releasing a 2" wheel for this scope so it should be out sometime in the (hopefully) near future!
Cheers,
Bob.
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Sean,
I googled this scope today and look what I found! They flagged your post as an “editorial review”. Well done!
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Wow, well I’ll be! LOL-thanks for sharing that one with me. Who would’ve thunk it!
I’m still using my Hawke FFP and plan to until I decide to try to shell out big bucks and try a March or Nightforce. Until then, I still think the Hawke is a great offering.
Sean
I’m still using my Hawke FFP and plan to until I decide to try to shell out big bucks and try a March or Nightforce. Until then, I still think the Hawke is a great offering.
Sean
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Hey Sean, remember posting on this feed a little while back about the 2" side wheel. In case you were still interested they just released it yesterday: https://us.hawkeoptics.com/target-wheel-type-3-50mm.html for the FFP version. Cheers, Bob.
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I just noticed something about Hawke FFP reticles:
They seem bent on NOT USINGthick outside posts in their FFP holdoff reticles....
For example, the FFP 6-24x scopes at around $500 all have reticles with hollow posts:
—Airmax 30 FFP SF 6-24x50
—Vantage 30 WA FFP 6-24x50
—Sidewinder 30 SF FFP 6-24x56
I think that this will please the target-only shooters as this keeps the reticle very clear and empty. 
Though on second thought — target-only shooters really won't need an FFP scope to begin with (as long as the SFP reticle is calibrated at the highest power)....
However, for those of us who like to use an FFP at low magnifications for those rushed shots when quarry pops up close by — to me it seems they would be better served having thick outside posts on their FFP reticle: These posts guide the eye to the intersection of the crosshairs for a quick aim and shot — despite the lines being very thin and hard to see in front of a busy background. 
Just my 2c....
Matthias
They seem bent on NOT USINGthick outside posts in their FFP holdoff reticles....
For example, the FFP 6-24x scopes at around $500 all have reticles with hollow posts:
—Airmax 30 FFP SF 6-24x50
—Vantage 30 WA FFP 6-24x50
—Sidewinder 30 SF FFP 6-24x56
I think that this will please the target-only shooters as this keeps the reticle very clear and empty. Though on second thought — target-only shooters really won't need an FFP scope to begin with (as long as the SFP reticle is calibrated at the highest power)....
However, for those of us who like to use an FFP at low magnifications for those rushed shots when quarry pops up close by — to me it seems they would be better served having thick outside posts on their FFP reticle: These posts guide the eye to the intersection of the crosshairs for a quick aim and shot — despite the lines being very thin and hard to see in front of a busy background. Just my 2c....
Matthias
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