Ade Advanced Optics ProZoom 3-12x40 Second Focal Plane Riflescopes with Scope Rings and Throw Leveler

4 stars only since the windage and elevation click worse than a $30 scope.. not what im expecring from a brand like athlon.. or what? I just got a bad one? I don't know.. but would still buy their scopes not just the sub 200$ models..

These scopes are great for the budget minded. I have several different models. Each serves its purpose well for the price. Have zero complaints with this talos 3-12. Put it on a 200 yard gun and has been perfect for intended use. Had an issue with another athlon product (binos) and the warranty replaced, not repaired, with a new set within a weeks turn around.

This is a really nice scope for the money. It is mounted on a 10-22 target and it wrings out every bit of accuracy and is not too big or small for a rifle this size. The parallax adjustment is a bit stiff but not so much to be a problem and the power ring is about right. Most importantly the lenses are very clear and remain clear all settings.

Pretty good for the money... Very crisp sounding turrets, can zero, pretty clear glass... The difference with this and a high end glass is the tracking... Change elevation and reticle starts to drift somewhat right or left at high moa Change windage and reticle drifts somewhat up or down...

I would highly recommend this scope, very clear, good illumination, great for the value

I have a Talos 3-12x40 on my 20" target AR, and a Talos 4-16x40 on my Howa 6.5x55. I am mostly happy with both optics, but there are a couple concerns. The turrets track okay, but when you get near the end of the elevation adjustments the optic is a little bit unpredictable. I was shooting at extended ranges between 600 and 1000 using both optics and experienced a few strange inconsistent adjustments despite the turret not being maxed out yet. Also, the illuminated reticles are a little brighter on the right hand side of the crosshairs, so they're sort of uneven when lit up. Glass clarity is very good, and the etched reticles are very crisp (when not illuminated).

Should never be any damage to the turret slot on a new scope. The scope appeared to be newly packaged so it is difficult to tell when the damage occurred. I have never seen damage like this on new scopes, so possibly this is refurbished. The reticle is clear but the left arm seems to lean down slightly toward the edge of the glass. The optic seems to have a very clear sweet spot but does not seem as clear near the edges. I'm sure this will work fine on an air gun or 22LR.

First of all I really love Athlon Scopes. This won't stop me from ordering again. It looks as if I may have received somebody else's return missing the battery the booklet was not in the package and rubber bands just laying in the box and also would not focus at long range. A replacement and return has already been initiated. UPDATE.... New scope received and this one is a brand new one NOT someone's return. I really like Athlon Scopes this scope gets 5 stars.............

Doesnt fit a long action was kinda disappointed. I put it on a short action. very nice scope just wish it had a long enough tube to use on a long action rifle.

I have this mounted on Benjamin armada in .25 cal. Sighting in was a breeze, glass is clear with a crisp reticle. So far so good, like all my other Athlon scopes, I'm really pleased with them all.

I originally purchased the Vortex Crossfire 2 3-9x40 for the same price as this Athlon. Thing is this Athlon leaves that Vortex sitting in the dust at the same price. I was not impressed in the least with the Vortex. The turrets sucked. Flat out sucked, in that they were super mushy and inaudible clicks. Specially the elevation turret. The one thing I was impressed with on the Vortex was the eye relief, it was very forgiving. The ade, very nice turrets, you can both feel and hear them and know exactly where you are without even looking at them. The glass is very clear @ this price point and beyond. The Parallax adj at this price point is phenomenal to say the least. Yes it is a little stiff to turn but that's a great feature and NOT a downside in my eyes on a hunting scope. Would not want to rub it on a tree and turn it. The magnification adjustment is not as stiff as the parallax but feels perfect for me. I have not tracked the turrets a lot but I did do a simple 15 click box test and it returned to zero every time for 3-4 times. Overall the scope is built like a tank and I am very happy with it.

I can’t think of a better scope for the money. It’s not uncommon for the optics to approach or even exceed the price of what you are mounting it on now days. I do own two scopes that are better than this one, at a similar size and magnification but I also paid WAY more for them- this one is more than adequate with coated lenses and a super clear and crisp view. It took me a short time to sight in, and holds zero well. The “tracking” when you turn the turrets x number of clicks up, down, left, or right is good but off about a 1/4 mil at 50 yards.....which in my opinion is OUTSTANDING for a scope in this price range and I have seen worse for more expensive scopes made by Luepold and Vortex- albeit they were older models but still.... The removal option on the turrets to allow you to zero the shots and set the point of impact at a given distance, then place the dials on the turrets to read “zero” is nice! Side focus on a scope at less than $300, with lenses this clear, and a mildot reticule is hard to find. I would definitely recommend this scope to anyone looking for a clear view at a great price, that also offers a few other nice features.....A+