{"id":1578,"date":"2021-07-10T05:35:22","date_gmt":"2021-07-10T05:35:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/survivaljar.com\/?p=1578"},"modified":"2021-07-10T05:35:24","modified_gmt":"2021-07-10T05:35:24","slug":"4-ways-how-to-protect-your-rifle-scope-from-the-elements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/survivaljar.com\/4-ways-how-to-protect-your-rifle-scope-from-the-elements\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways How to Protect your Rifle Scope From the Elements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I like my firearms, not only for hunting but for target practice. But there is one item that many people overlook and that is protecting the rifle scope. In fact, some of my rifle scopes cost more than the firearm itself. This is why it is important to protect them from damage and the elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this post, we will cover the 4 ways that you can protect your rifle scope. Everything from dust covers, neoprene sleeves, cleaning, lineups, and dust caps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Different Types of Rifle Scope Covers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The best scope covers are something that protects your expensive glass scope. No one item can apply to all shooters out there so I have made a list of what works for me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Neoprene\u00a0Scope\u00a0Covers are a excellent way to protect your rifle scope.<\/li>
  2. Dust caps elastic and press fit are cheap and often come free with your scope.<\/li>
  3. Flip up lids for scops are handy for hunters to keep dust and dirt out.<\/li>
  4. Plastic bag with rubber bands is the poor mans version of waterproofing.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Vortex Neoprene\u00a0Scope\u00a0Cover Review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    I have been using the Vortex Optics black scope cover on a 3-9×40 crossfire 2 and it’s great. For hunting and general target practice, I can remove it when needed. Because it is made out of neoprene it will absorb any knocks and bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Make sure to choose the correct size as all scopes are different. I have the medium size Vortex cover from Amazon<\/a> as the Vortex 3-9×40 crossfire 2 scope is 11.86 inches in length. It fits well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The only issue is once you remove it you have to store the scope cover somewhere. Often I just fold it up and put it in my pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Neoprene Scope Cover size chart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The Surefit Vortex scope cover size chart below can be used to work out what size neoprene cover you will need. If you know the overall dimensions of your scope then any brand will fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n