Spotting Scopes

Shop Spotting Scopes at The Armory

See your impacts and spot distant game with spotting scopes from The Armory. Spotting scopes provide higher magnification than binoculars, allowing you to observe targets at extreme distances, call shots for precision rifle shooters, and spot trophy game across valleys. Essential gear for long-range shooting and western hunting.

Spotting Scope Configurations

Angled Eyepiece – Easier viewing when tripod-mounted, more comfortable for extended glassing, works better when sharing between shooters of different heights.
Straight Eyepiece – More intuitive for quickly finding targets, works better for low-angle observation, easier to use from prone.
Compact Scopes – 50-65mm objectives. Lighter and more portable, but less light gathering.
Full-Size Scopes – 80-85mm objectives. Maximum light gathering and resolution, but heavier.

Choosing a Spotting Scope

For calling shots at the range, a 20-60x zoom with good resolution at max power is essential. For hunting, balance magnification against weight—a compact 15-45x scope covers most scenarios without burdening your pack. Glass quality matters more than raw magnification. A $300 scope at 40x will show less detail than a $1,000 scope at the same power. Don't forget a quality tripod—spotting scopes are useless handheld.