PARTS OF THE SCOPE 2.

If you tend to hold things away from If your eyesight changes, readjust the
yourself to see them clearly (you eyepiece. As we age, eyesight normally
are farsighted) turn the eyepiece changes. You may want to check the
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 counterclockwise a couple of turns. sharpness of the reticle on your scope
If you hold things close to yourself to every few years to ensure it is still
see them clearly (you are nearsighted) adjusted correctly for your eye.
turn the eyepiece clockwise a couple
of turns. N OTE: To protect the integrity of the waterproof seal
of every Redfield scope, an internal mechanism
3. Looking through the scope when prevents the eyepiece from being removed.
pointed at a light colored background

Riflescope Owner’s Manual

9 object, take a few quick glances at the
8 The primary function of a scope is to
reticle. The focus of the reticle should aim the firearm. Never use the scope as
1. Objective Lens 5. Power Selector Ring be noticeably different from when you a substitute for binoculars. Never watch
2. Windage Adjustment 6. Eyepiece Lock Ring started. Continue this process until the another person through the scope. As
reticle appears clear and sharp.
Complete Installation & Operating Instructions ( opposite side of scope ) 7. Ocular Lens always, safety first.
3. Elevation Adjustment 8. Eyepiece Assembly 4. When you are satisfied with the image
4. Erector Lenses 9. Reticle Housing of the reticle, turn the lock ring so that
Soul of the American Hunter S i n c e 19 0 9 it rests firmly against the eyepiece.

How to Install the Scope How to Sight-In

The Redfield Story A Riflescope is only as effective as its mounting system. For peak INSTALLING THE BASE, USING A BORE-SIGHTING COLLIMATOR USING THE LEUPOLD ® ZERO POINT ®
accuracy, dependability and precision, select only Leupold mounting RINGS, & SCOPE ILLUMINATED MAGNETIC BORESIGHTER
Born in 1859 on a farm near Glendale, Oregon, John Hill Redfield In 1997, Redfield closed its manufacturing facility in the United hardware for your Redfield riflescope. To save time and ammunition, start out in your shop or gun room
was one of eight children of John and Adelia Redfield. States and spent most of the next decade languishing as a name Please refer to the instructions included with the base and rings for with a bore-sighting collimator. Follow the directions included with This tool fits any rifle, shotgun, or pistol, and helps you get “on
used by various companies. THE LOWER THE SCOPE, THE BETTER their proper installation on the firearm. the collimator for specific instructions on its proper use. Remember, the paper” fast, without barrel spuds. It works with any optical
As a boy, John loved to hunt and explore the regions around when possible, it is better to make the initial windage adjustments sight, and can even be used to recheck your zero, without firing a
the homestead. Eventually, John’s mechanical aptitudes and In 2008, Leupold & Stevens, an Oregon company with a long A scope mounted close to the rifle ensures proper cheek weld NOTE: The windage and elevation adjustments on new Redfield scopes are to the mount base before using the scope’s windage adjustment. shot. See your Redfield Dealer or visit www.redfield.com for more
inventiveness led him into the firearms industry, and in 1909, John tradition of manufacturing optical instruments, purchased the on the stock for a stable firing position and allows for rapid target centered as part of the assembly process. If you are mounting a scope that was Leupold STD mounts provide the maximum adjustment travel information.
started the Redfield Gun Sight Co. Redfield optics brand and committed to bringing American hunters acquisition. We recommend using the lowest possible ring height. previously mounted on another rifle, you should center the adjustments (please by providing windage adjustment in the mount system. When
a new generation of Redfield riflescopes. These new products No specific clearance is required, but the scope must clear the bolt see “Centering Windage and Elevation Adjustments” section for more details). using STD mounts, always make the windage adjustment in the
A small building behind his home served as his first factory. From embody the values that Leupold and Redfield shared: ruggedness, handle, hammer (on lever actions), sights, and barrel. mount first, then refine this setting using the riflescope windage
this humble beginning, the company expanded its offerings to include performance, durability, and value. We hope your new Redfield adjustment.
scope mounts and eventually a premier line of riflescopes for which it riflescope brings you years of success and enjoyment in the field. When installed, be sure that your scope does not interfere with
was widely known. firearm operation and does not contact anything except the mount  NOTE: Bore-sighting alone is not sufficient to sight-in a scope.
rings. You must make final adjustments by shooting the firearm using
the same ammunition you use in the field.

Before You Start ESTABLISHING EYE RELIEF ON NOTE: To confirm that your scope is mounted in the best possible TRADITIONAL BORE-SIGHTING ( BOLT ACTIONS )
RIFLES & SHOTGUNS position, try assuming various positions: kneeling, seated, prone,
and aiming both uphill and downhill. Remember that aiming uphill Preliminary sighting-in can also be accomplished by bore-sighting at
Because of the safety considerations associated with proper eye relief, typically reduces eye relief. Wearing hunting/shooting specific the firing range using a target from 20 to 50 yards away.
Redfield strongly recommends that you mount your scope as far clothing is recommended as this may alter eye relief considerations
forward as possible. Beyond that, follow these steps: slightly. 1. Position the firearm on the bench, using sandbags to steady Figure A Figure B
the firearm.
1. W
 ith the scope as far forward in the mounts as possible, hold Target as seen
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE HANDBOOK BEFORE MOUNTING YOUR SCOPE. 2. Remove the bolt from the firearm. through the bore.
the rifle in your normal shooting position. Scopes should be set
at the highest magnification for this process. 3. L ooking through the bore itself, move the firearm to center the
CAUTION: bull’s-eye of the target inside the barrel, as shown in Figure A.
2. Slowly move the scope to the rear just until you can see a full
Always check and be certain that the firearm is field-of-view. 4. Hold the rifle steady. With the bull’s-eye centered when viewed
unloaded before undertaking any work upon it. through the bore, make windage and elevation adjustments to the
3. Position your scope here for maximum eye relief. scope until the very center of the reticle is aligned with the bull’s-
4. Proceed to COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION. eye of the target, as shown in Figure B.

Redfield riflescopes are engineered to provide a (CONTINUED ON REVERSE)
generous 3" to 5" eye relief, depending on
the model and the magnification level.

Know Your Scope WARNING: COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION FOCUSING THE RETICLE
If a scope is mounted
Without disturbing the optimal eye Secure the scope and firearm in a firm
too far to the rear, the
Riflescopes have become far more sophisticated over the years, but HOW SCOPES WORK relief position, rotate the scope until the rest. Safely point the scope at a light
eyepiece can injure the
the four most basic parts have remained the same. Working from front elevation adjustment dial is at the top of colored background object. With the
shooter’s brow. Shooting A Leupold & Stevens Inc. Company
to back they are: As light passes through and beyond the objective lens, the the scope. scope approximately four inches from
at an uphill angle also increases this
resulting upside down image is sent to the internal lenses. your eye the reticle should appear sharp
hazard because it shortens the distance F rom a firing position, check to be sure
1. The objective lens (front lens) is critical to a superior sight picture. Known as erector lenses, these internal lenses return the image and crisp; if it does not, it is necessary
between the brow and the rear of the that the vertical line of the reticle aligns
to a right-side-up position. Finally, the ocular lens makes a final to adjust the focus by means of the Printed in USA
2. The internal erector lenses which right the image. scope. For this reason, Redfield scopes with the vertical axis of the firearm.
3. The reticle, often referred to as the crosshair, provides the
enlargement of that image and sends it on to your eye. are engineered to provide generous eye Misalignment will not affect accuracy
eyepiece following these steps:
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relief. Therefore, when mounting your at moderate distances but it can diminish 1. Grasp the eyepiece with your hand
aiming point. Your Redfield scope was designed, manufactured, and tested
scope, we recommend positioning it as
4. The ocular lens (or eyepiece lens) works with the other lenses to magnify to ensure that, when properly mounted and sighted-in on your long range accuracy. and back it away from the lock ring. Part #59385 Artwork #66714
far forward in the mounts as possible Once the lock ring is free from the
the image and make diopter corrections. firearm, you will enjoy exceptional performance. A solid mount
to take full advantage of this generous  hen you are satisfied, tighten the ring
W eyepiece, turn it clockwise away from
is critical to satisfactory performance of your scope. If you have
eye relief. screws evenly and securely following the the eyepiece to keep it out of the way
questions, please contact Redfield Product Service
(see opposite side). instructions included with the rings. during the adjustment. 100% Recyclable
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THE FINAL STEP: 4. Use the center of that group as a reference
THREE-SHOT GROUPS point for the final adjustments to windage
and elevation.
Whichever bore-sighting method you’ve 5. Holding the rifle steady, center it on the
used, the next steps are the same on the bullseye and carefully turn the adjustments
LENSES Keep the adjustment covers on, except when several methods, including O-rings. All seals All Redfield products are made with the customer’s absolute REDFIELD MAKES MORE THAN SCOPES
firing range. To ensure reliable results, always Redfield scope lenses are coated to reduce adjusting, to keep out dust and dirt. (It’s are permanent and require no maintenance. satisfaction in mind. That’s why we offer the Redfield Lifetime
without moving the rifle until the crosshair
fire from a rested position when performing light reflections and light scattering, thus worth noting that, unlike competitive brands, Warranty: See our complete line of rangefinders, binoculars, spotting scopes,
is on the center of the group SCOPE EXTERIOR
these steps and be sure to have removed the increasing light transmission through the Redfield scopes are waterproof even without and accessories at your nearest Leupold dealer.
boresighter prior to loading the firearm. On the sample target, the center of the group scope. They should be cleaned as carefully the covers in place.) Redfield scopes are made of rugged 6061-T6 If any Redfield riflescope is found to have defects in materials or
is two inches low and three inches right. as you would a camera lens. Begin by using aircraft aluminum alloy. No maintenance of workmanship, we will, at our option, repair or replace it. Free. Even For a free Redfield catalog, write to: Redfield, Inc., P.O. Box 688,
1. Fire a shot or two. Assuming you’re sighting-in at 100 yards, you EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT any kind is required; simply wipe off any dirt if you are not the original owner. No warranty card required. No time Beaverton, OR 97075, call (503) 526-1400 or 1-877-798-9686 or
a lens brush to remove dust and then pure
should make a 2-MOA adjustment up, and a alcohol, high-grade glass cleaner, or pure This adjustment is permanently lubricated. or fingerprints that accumulate with a clean, limit applies. send us an E-mail through our Web site at
2. If you are several inches off center,
3-MOA adjustment left. Your next three-shot water on a cotton swab. There is no need to lubricate it. The eyepiece dry cloth. www.redfield.com.
make an appropriate amount of adjustment
group should be very close to the center can be rotated as far as it will go in either The Redfield Lifetime Warranty in Germany and other countries where legally prohibited:
to move the reticle to the center of the POWER SELECTOR RING Redfield is convinced of the high-quality and reliability of its riflescopes. This is why
target.
of the target. To learn about making final WINDAGE / ELEVATION direction. An internal lock ring prevents
adjustments, proceed to the upcoming section inadvertent removal of the eyepiece. each U.S. customer is afforded a lifetime warranty. For legal reasons, this warranty must
ADJUSTMENTS No lubrication is ever required on the power
be restricted to 30 years in Germany and other countries where a lifetime warranty is
3. Carefully fire a three-shot group. on windage and elevation adjustments. selector ring. DO NOT LOOSEN OR REMOVE
These adjustments are permanently SEALS prohibited. Each owner, even those that acquired a Redfield product that was previously
lubricated. There is no need to lubricate them. THE HEX SOCKET HEAD SCREW IN THE
owned and used, can make use of this 30 year guarantee.
Redfield scopes are sealed from within by POWER SELECTOR RING.

Making Precise Windage & Elevation Adjustments TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS 4. Be sure to use factory-loaded ammunition of the same bullet type, The Redfield package is made in part from recycled materials and is 100%
weight, and preferably, lot number. If one type of ammunition does recyclable. This includes the white polypropylene supports, which are made of an
Before you ship a scope back to the factory for service or repair, not shoot well, try another brand or bullet weight. accepted recyclable material. Many Redfield owners keep their scope boxes. If you
CENTERING WINDAGE & ELEVATION ADJUSTMENTS ZEROING THE WINDAGE & ELEVATION please check the following items. have no use for yours, we encourage you to dispose of it responsibly.
5. Be certain that both the barrel and chamber are clean. Heavy
TO ACHIEVE OPTIMUM ADJUSTMENT TRAVEL DIALS AFTER SIGHTING IN factory grease or copper fouling can diminish the accuracy
1. Check the mount. Make sure the scope is mounted securely to
of the firearm.
Making windage and elevation adjustments moves the entire erector Redfield scopes feature adjustment indicators that can be the rifle. Try, with bare hands only, to gently twist the scope in the
system horizontally and vertically inside the scope. If the erector repositioned to align with the marked zero of the dial without rings or see if anything moves when you jiggle it. If there is any
system is off to one side – as a result of having been mounted on changing the adjustment setting of the scope. This allows the movement, retighten the mounting system according to mounting
a non-adjustable mount – the adjustments won’t provide equal shooter to know the original zero of the rifle in the event that further instructions.
A Brand of Leupold & Stevens Inc.
travel in all directions. All new Redfield scopes will be centered from adjustments are made in the field. 2. Make sure the action of your rifle is properly bedded in the stock,
the factory. To regain full balanced travel, you must recenter the and that all receiver screws are tight and have been tightened in
adjustment as follows: To reposition this indicator simply rotate it until the notch is aligned the sequence recommended by the manufacturer. A loosely fitted
with the zero of the adjustment dial. stock can cause changes to the point-of-impact. Leupold & Stevens, Inc. reserves all other rights. Redfield and Tracker are registered trademarks of Leupold & Stevens, Inc.,
1. Turn the windage adjustment to the point that it stops moving. Beaverton, Oregon. Accu-Range, Accu-Trac, Bear Cub, 4-Plex and Orion are trademarks of Leupold & Stevens, Inc. Beaverton,
3. When test firing a rifle to check the point-of-impact relative to Oregon. Note: We reserve the right to make design and/or material modifications without prior notice.
2. Counting the clicks or hash marks, turn it all the way in the windage and elevation adjustments, be sure to fire from a solid
other direction. bench with sandbags supporting the forearm and buttstock. This publication may not be reprinted or otherwise reproduced without the expressed written consent of Leupold & Stevens, Inc.
Copyright © 2009 Leupold & Stevens, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Turn the dial back half the amount of clicks or
marks counted.
4. Repeat this process for the elevation adjustment. Dials have a separate
indicator ring that can be
adjusted to indicate the
Redfield Product Service
All Redfield scopes feature 1/4 MOA precision finger-click new zero position.
adjustments, and the letters found on the elevation and windage If your Redfield scope fails to perform in any way, you may return In the United States:
dials refer to the direction that the point-of-impact of the bullet is it directly to the factory (or one of our international service centers)
moved when an adjustment is made. for service. We recommend contacting Redfield Technical Service Parcel Service:
at 1-877-798-9686. It is not necessary for your dealer to ship the Redfield Product Service
To make an elevation correction, simply remove the elevation scope to Redfield; however, they can be very helpful in determining 14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway
adjustment cover located on the top of the scope, and rotate if factory service is necessary. Please follow these shipping Beaverton, OR 97006-5790 USA
the dial the necessary amount. The adjustment will move the instructions:
bullet impact in the direction indicated on the dial. For example, By Mail:
if you would like the bullet to impact 2 inches higher at 100 1. Remove the rings and any other accessories from the scope. Redfield Product Service
yards, you would rotate the elevation dial 8 clicks (2 MOA) in the P.O. Box 688
“up” (counterclockwise) direction. The same is true for windage 2. Record the serial number of the scope and keep it for your
Beaverton, OR 97075-0688 USA
adjustments. To make a windage correction simply remove the records.
adjustment cover on the side of the scope and rotate the dial in the 3. Include a note with your name, address, telephone number, Outside the United States:
left or right direction the appropriate number of clicks. E-mail, and a description of the problem.
Canada: Korth Group Ltd., 103 Stockton Point, Box 490
4. Pack the scope in its original box if possible, as this is the safest Okotoks, AB T1S 1A7, Canada
shipping container. Wrap the package securely using filament
strapping tape on the outside. Germany: Harold Ros, Coburger Strasse 71,
5. Ship the scope by parcel or mail service (insured, if possible) to 98673 Eisfeld, Germany
What You Should Know About Variable Power Scopes one of the following addresses:
Sweden: HDF Gyttorp Jakt AB, Svarvaregatan 5,
S-302 50 Halmstad, Sweden
Redfield variable power scopes allow you to select from a range INSTALLING A LENS ATTACHMENT
of magnifications to suit your particular rifle, cartridge, and Our Product Service telephone numbers are (503) 526-1400 or
shooting needs. Redfield scopes offer threaded objective and eyepiece rings to allow 1-877-798-9686, fax is (503) 352-7621.
for the attachment of lens covers and a variety of Leupold Alumina
® ®

 ARNING: Do not loosen the screw in the power selector ring. Doing
W accessories. These attachments thread directly into the objective or They can also be contacted through our Web site at
so will release the internal gas that keeps the scope fog free. Loosening eyepiece rings. Turn until finger tight – do not over tighten. www.redfield.com.
the screw will also disconnect a pin that controls the internal operations,
causing other problems that will require factory repairs. Do not lubricate
the power selector ring; doing so is unnecessary.

All variable power scopes have a power selector ring in front of

the eyepiece assembly. Turn the ring to align the indicator marked
on the ring with the desired magnification marked on the body of
the scope.