Hawke Vantage SF 4-16×44

Description

Hawke Vantage SF 4-16×44 Product description

• 16× Maximum Magnification with Side Focus Parallax: The 4–16× magnification range provides a 4× zoom ratio with a 16× upper end — extending the effective range for varminting, target shooting, and precision field use beyond what is practical with a 12× scope. The side-mounted parallax knob covers 14 metres to infinity, enabling precise parallax correction at the higher magnification levels where parallax errors are most apparent, without requiring the shooter to reposition.
• Half Mil Dot Reticle for Fine Holdover Reference: The Half Mil Dot reticle provides mil dots at half-MRAD spacing — twice the reference density of a standard Mil Dot — giving the shooter finer holdover points and more precise ranging capability at the extended distances this scope’s upper magnification range makes accessible.
• H2 Optical System with 44mm Objective: The H2 optical system with 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses delivers consistent light transmission and a clear image across the magnification range. An exit pupil of 11 mm at 4× provides adequate image brightness in typical field conditions. The 44mm objective keeps the scope compact and low-profile on the rifle, minimising the need for high mounts.
• Compact Build for a 4–16× Side Focus Scope: At 356 mm in length and 505 g, the scope is notably compact and light for a side-focus equipped 4–16× model on a 1-inch tube, keeping total system weight and rail footprint practical for field and bench use alike.
• Capped Low-Profile Turrets: The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets provide 65 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments, protecting the zero during carry. The capped design is appropriate for a scope used primarily for hunting and general field shooting where turret adjustments are made at the range rather than in the field.

About the Vantage Series

The Hawke Vantage series is the broadest riflescope lineup in Hawke’s product range, built on the H2 optical system and covering a wide variety of tube diameters, magnification ranges, and reticle configurations at an accessible price point. The range is designed for hunters, target shooters, and recreational shooters who require a reliable, versatile optic without the cost associated with higher-tier optical systems.

All Vantage models feature 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses delivering consistent light transmission across the magnification range. The lineup spans standard 1-inch, 30mm, and 34mm mono-tube chassis, covering first and second focal plane optics, adjustable objective, side focus, and fixed parallax variants, illuminated and non-illuminated reticles, and a broad selection of reticle designs. The Vantage SF sub-series provides side-mounted parallax adjustment in a non-illuminated 1-inch package, available in two magnification configurations: the 3-12×44 for a broader lower-power field of view, and the 4-16×44 for higher maximum magnification at the same objective diameter.

About the Model (Hawke Vantage SF 4-16×44 Half Mil Dot)

The Hawke Vantage SF 4-16×44 Half Mil Dot is a non-illuminated riflescope designed for varminting, precision field shooting, and target use where higher magnification and side-mounted parallax correction are required without the added weight or cost of illumination. The 4–16× magnification range with a 4× zoom ratio provides a field of view of 7.6 metres at 100 metres at minimum power for target identification at moderate distances, and a 16× upper end for precise shot placement at the extended distances where the Half Mil Dot reticle’s finer reference spacing becomes most useful.

The 44mm objective lens, combined with the H2 optical system and 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses, delivers consistent light transmission and a clear image across the magnification range. An exit pupil of 11 mm at 4× supports adequate image brightness in typical field conditions, and the 90mm of eye relief is compatible with a wide range of centrefire rifle platforms.

The Half Mil Dot reticle provides mil dots at half-MRAD spacing for finer holdover reference points and more precise ranging than a standard Mil Dot at the extended distances this scope’s upper magnification range makes practical. The side-mounted parallax knob covers 14 metres to infinity, accessible from the firing position. The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets provide 65 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments. The fast-focus eyebell allows rapid dioptre adjustment. The mono-tube is nitrogen purged and fully sealed, providing waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance rated for all calibres. Overall length is 356 mm and weight is 505 g.

About Hawke

Hawke Optics is a British optics brand registered in England and Wales, with products distributed across Europe, North America, and international markets. The company produces a broad range of optical products including riflescopes, airgun scopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, red dot sights, and laser rangefinders, covering applications from hunting and precision shooting to nature observation and marine use.

Hawke organises its riflescope lineup into distinct optical system tiers — from the entry-level H2 through H5 to the flagship H7 — with each tier reflecting the glass specification, coating technology, and mechanical feature level of the products within it. The Vantage series is built on the H2 system, representing the entry level of Hawke’s riflescope range and providing an extensive selection of configurations at an accessible price point.

Main Features

• Magnification: 4–16×
• Objective Lens Diameter: 44 mm
• Main Tube Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
• Reticle: Half Mil Dot
• Reticle Position: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
• Illumination: No
• Click Value: ¼ MOA
• Elevation Adjustment Range: 65 MOA
• Windage Adjustment Range: 65 MOA
• Elevation Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Windage Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Parallax Adjustment: Side Focus, 14 m to ∞
• Field of View: 7.6–1.9 m @ 100 m / 22.9–5.8 ft @ 100 yds
• Eye Relief: 90 mm
• Exit Pupil: 11–2.8 mm
• Optical System: H2
• Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated, 11 layers
• Length: 356 mm
• Weight: 505 g
• Construction: Nitrogen purged, waterproof, fogproof, shockproof, all calibre rated

Warranty

The riflescope is covered by a 10-year warranty.

In the Box

• Riflescope
• Lens Covers
• Lens Cloth
• Instruction Manual

General properties

Optical properties

Turret properties

Reticle properties

Parallax properties

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Special features