Scope Parallax Tip

There is much confusion among shooters concerning the difference between ocular lens focus and parallax adjustment. “Focus” implies focusing your eye to the reticle and should be adjusted once and left set; parallax focuses the reticle on the target and must be adjusted accordingly for accurate long-range shooting. Here JJ shows the difference and tells how to set up your new scope.

Keith Finch
Keith is the former Editor-in-Chief of GAT Marketing Agency, Inc. He got told there was a mountain of other things that needed doing, so he does those now and writes here when he can. editor@gatdaily.com A USMC Infantry Veteran and Small Arms and Artillery Technician, Keith covers the evolving training and technology from across the shooting industry. Teaching since 2009, he covers local concealed carry courses, intermediate and advanced rifle courses, handgun, red dot handgun, bullpups, AKs, and home defense courses for civilians, military client requests, and law enforcement client requests.