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Aim Points
Congratulations on the purchase
of your new HAWKE Crossbow
scope.
Hawke
3x32 MAP
Ballistic Reticule Calculator Software and the 3x32 reticle
The 3x32 MAP reticle is included in the free Hawke
BRC software. This software is available for PC, MAC
and iPhone. It can be downloaded from
www.hawkeoptics.com or the Appstore.
The software allows the user to determine the aim
points when shooting crossbows with speeds different
to 315fps
Maintaining your scope:
Your scope is a precision instrument that deserves a high level of care. Do not
attempt to disassemble or clean the scope internally.
Keep the protective lens covers in place when the scope is not in use.
Your new scope is a high
performance optical product
designed to give years of service.
Please read these instructions
carefully before use.
Crossbow scope
Reference guide
The external optical surfaces should be wiped clean occasionally with the lens cloth
provided or an optical quality lens paper. Remove any external dirt or sand with high
pressure air and a soft brush to avoid scratching the lens finish.
Wipe the scope with a damp cloth, then with a dry cloth, then go over the metal section of
the scope with a silicone cloth in order to protect the scope against corrosion.
Always store the scope in a moisture-free environment. Avoid storing the scope in places
such as the passenger compartments of vehicles on hot days as the high temperatures
could adversely affect the lubricants and sealants. Never leave the scope where direct
sunlight can enter either the objective or
concentration (burning effect) of the suns rays.
WARNING: UNNECESSARY RUBBING OR USE OF A COARSE CLOTH MAY
CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO LENS COATINGS
Hawke is a registered trademarks.3X32 reticles are © HawkeSport Optics
the eyepiece lens as damage may result from the
3x32
MAP
www . h a w k e o p t i c s.com
Hawke Sport Optics LLC, 6015 HighView Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46818
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Adjusting the ocular lens
WARNING: NEVER LOOK AT THE SUN WITH THIS SCOPE - IT MAY
PERMANENTLY DAMAGE YOUR EYES.
CAUTION:
MOUNTING THE SCOPE . ALWAYS PRACTICE SAFE CROSSBOW
HANDLING
CAUTION:
RANGE OR OTHER SAFE AREA.
CAUTION:
FORWARD - ITS REARWARD MOTION MAY INJURE THE SHOOTER
WHEN THE CROSSBOW RECOILS.
BE SURE THAT THE CROSSBOW IS NOT LOADED WHEN
ALL SHOOTING SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT AT AN APPROVED
BE SURE THAT THE SCOPE IS MOUNTED FAR ENOUGH
Fitting the scope and mount to your crossbow
Support your un-cocked crossbow on a sturdy surface and position a good
quality set of ring mounts on the crossbows scope rail. Tighten up the side
bolts.
The ocular lens housing has a fast focus thread that quickly adjusts to
make the reticle as sharp as possible when viewed through the scope.
Set the focus of the reticle in similar light conditions and at the
approximate range at which you expect to use your scope.
Try not to stare at the reticle to get it in focus; it should be sharp the
moment you glance through the scope.
Initially zeroing the scope
Choose a place to shoot your crossbow with a safe backstop and ensure
that no one can step unseen into or in front of the firing line.
Initially, place a paper target on the backstop at about 10 yards and take a
shot at its center.
Remove the dust covers from the windage and elevation turrets of the
scope and make a suitable adjustment to the turret to bring the point of
impact (POI) closer to the point of aim (POA).
For example - if the arrow has landed lower than required; rotate the
elevation turret counter clockwise to raise the point of impact. A high
impact point requires a clockwise adjustment.
Both turrets move the POA a 1/2 minute of angle per click – this is equal
to a 1/2 inch at 100 yards or a 1/20th of an inch at 10 yards.
Determine the best eye relief. This is achieved when the crossbow is held
in your normal shooting position and a full sight picture is viewed without
straining or stretching your head or neck. This optimum adjustment may
also require the mount to be moved along the scope rail.
With the top ring screws still loosened slightly, rotate the scope so that the
horizontal crosswire is parallel with the crossbow string and limbs, when
viewed through the scope. Next, tighten the top ring screws and double
check that the scope hasn’t moved from its optimum position.
After achieving an approximate zero at 10 yards, move back to a
measured 20 yards and continue adjusting the turrets until the top cross of
the reticle and the point of impact are the same. At this range each click
equals 1/10th of an inch.
When you are happy with the 20 yard zero, replace the turret covers.
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