RWS 48 is an air rifle. It performs as well as it looks. Most air rifles or break barrel rifles support a riflescope. You can increase the performance of the gun just by adding a riflescope on top of it. But how do you find the right scope?
What is the best scope for RWS 48? What makes it the best? So many questions yet so few answers. Don’t worry about that. I got you covered.
Without further ado let’s jump straight into it.
Best RWS 48 Rifle Scopes
1. Vortex Optics Crossfire II 4-12X44 Rifle Scope
One of the most paired scopes with a TWS 48 is the Crossfire II. If you search for TWS 48 scopes on Google now, you will be greeted with Crossfire II and TWS 48 pictures in the images section. We don’t need to introduce Vortex. You guys already know who they are.
Crossfire II is made out of aircraft-grade aluminum. It’s made to be durable and last you a long time. It does exactly that. Crossfire 2 is not a new scope. It’s been serving the community for a good while now. It’s also water and fog-proof.
The lenses here are fully multi-coated. They are clear and bright. It doesn’t support night vision, but it performs fairly well under low-light conditions. Thanks to the lenses Vortex makes, their scope always holds more value than most other options at the same price.
Does this scope come with flip-up covers?
No, it doesn’t come with flip-up scope covers. You will need to buy them on your own. Vortex makes both eyepiece and objective lens covers for their sight as well.
Can this scope withstand heavy recoil?
It’s built to withstand harsh firing and weather conditions. It can even handle the harsh recoil of an AK47.
Does this scope perform well in low light?
It absolutely does. While it won’t work in pitch-black darkness, it will still hold on its own during the dusk.
2. BSA 3-12X40 Multi-Grain Turret Rifle Scope
This riflescope is a quirky one. It comes with many features. One of the main selling points of this riflescope is the multi-grain turret. It comes in super handy while working in a pinch. Besides this, BSA offers some other good features on the scope as well.
Made from high-quality CNC aluminum. The housing then has an anodized finish to it. It looks a mixture of matte and glossy. I like this finish very much. As the housing is quite durable, it is shockproof as well. Besides that, it’s also water and fogproof simultaneously.
Lenses of this scope are fully multi-coated. They feature a glass-etched reticle as well. The reticle is in the second focal plane. It performs okay under low light. But wouldn’t call it the best scope for low-light performance or anything. It works.
There was no distortion at the maximum magnification. Something I have come to appreciate in a budget scope. Vision distortion hinders with hunting experience.
Is BSA a good scope?
I wouldn’t be recommending you this if it wasn’t good enough for me. They have good QC and decent customer service.
What is a multi-grain turret?
It’s a single-turret system that compensates for both windage and elevation. You can dial in one adjustment at your given range and you don’t need to compensate for a different type of caliber. This is a great time-saving feature.
Is this an AO scope?
Funnily enough, some people claim they received an AO version of this scope. While it’s supposed to be a parallax adjustable scope. The left turret adjusts parallax.
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3. Hawke Sport Optics Airmax EV 4-12X40 AO AMX Riflescope
Hawke is not a new name to any hunters. You probably used some of Hawke’s items before. They also make good riflescopes for hunters. Luckily, Airmax supports our beloved RWS 48. Welp, it was like a match made in heaven.
Airmax is made from high-quality aluminum. Aluminum is durable and lightweight. The go-to option for making scopes. Inside of the aluminum housing is nitrogen purged. It’s also sealed to the brim. Making it fog and waterproof scope. As it was made for harsh conditions and weapons, it’s also shockproof.
Both lenses here are fully multi-coated. They are also scratch-resistant to some degree. They are bright and clear during the day. They don’t support night vision. Low-light performance was pretty good as well.
It’s a complete package. You will also get mounting rings in the package. You just need to install them on the gun and you are good to go.
Is Airmax good for air guns?
Absolutely! Matching between the two was quite nice to see as well.
Will this fit RWS 350?
Besides fitting the RWS 48, it will also fit the RWS 350 and other RWS models. Just use with the 11mm ring and you should have enough clearance without any issues.
Do this scope hold zero?
Yes, it holds zero quite well. As the reticle is glass etched, it won’t move away in an accident either.
Things to Consider When Buying a Scope For RWS 48
There are some things you should consider before buying a scope for your RWS. Here are some of those.
Size
Don’t buy a scope that is bigger than your gun rail. If it’s bigger than your gun’s rail, it won’t support your gun. The weight balance will be all over the roof as well.
Weight
Lightweight scopes always get priority. There is good reason for that. Besides looking for a lightweight scope, you should also look for a scope that has a good weight balance. Weight distribution is the key to a balanced gun and scope harmony.
Build Quality
Scopes need to be durable. Due to the nature of the work we do, they can get into accidents quite easily. We don’t want our scope to die on use within 1-2 accidental drops.
Warranty
Cheap scope can come with major issues. If the company is not clear with their warranty about issues, then stay away from purchasing that scope.
Summary
These are some of the best scopes for RWS 48 you can buy right now. All of them are great at their job and will unleash the beast within RWS 48.
They are tested and used by plenty of people who will vouch for the quality of these scopes. By knowing how to choose the right scope for you, I hope you now know which scope to go for your RWS 48.
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