b'Feature The writer shot his first red stag using a Meopta scope with CZ .308 rifle.Parallax is usually encountereda shooter to ensure the currentThe lens of scopes are usually when a shooter chooses a highalignment between their rifle andcoated for protection and useful magnification, not such a problemscope.This is vital to get a clearto ensure less light is reflected and for many hunters as their targetshot.The windage adjustmenthelps transmit more light to provide range is typically small with lowallows the shooter to adjust thea clearer view.A good quality scope magnifications.To offset thishorizontal settings (side to side), whileshould be waterproofed by using issue many scope manufacturerselevation settings help to adjust theO-rings and help prevent moisture, have introduced adjustable lensvertical (up and down) settings. dust, or dirt from penetrating the on scopes with the ability toscope when out in the field hunting.correct any parallax issues. OTHER FEATURES Although water cant enter the The outer body of your scope is calledtube, condensation can still occur WINDAGE & ELEVATION the tube, and a rifle scope can haveand resulting fog will compromise Your rifle scope has many controlseither a 1-inch tube or 30mm tube. the target view.To prevent this to enable a specific function for theThe size of the tube is important tooccurring, scope manufacturers shooter.Among these are windagedetermine the correct ring used whensubstitute the air inside tubes and elevation controls that allowmounting the scope to the rifle. with gas such as nitrogen.68FISHING IN GODZONE MAGAZINE'