Nikon PROSTAFF P3 SHOTGUN, PROSTAFF P3 MUZZLELOADER, PROSTAFF P3 PREDATOR HUNTER Instruction Manual

Riescope/Lunette de visée

2-7×32/3-9×40 3-9×40 3-9×40/4-12×40

Instruction manual/Mode d'emploi

Congratulations on your choice of a Nikon riescope. Your new scope is the nest example of Nikon’s rugged and durable construction and precision bright optics; important qualities for a serious shooter’s riescope.

Whether you use your scope for target shooting or for hunting, the procedure for mounting is identical. A set of high-quality steel mounting rings which have a standard diameter of 1 in. (25.4 mm) are required to mount

the scope. Follow the ring manufacturer’s instructions for mounting procedures. After mounting the scope on your rie, follow the procedures for reticle alignment.

WARNING:

IMPROPER MOUNTING OF YOUR NIKON SCOPE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. THUS IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR NIKON SCOPE IS MOUNTED PROPERLY BEFORE USING. TO ENSURE PROPER MOUNTING OF YOUR NIKON SCOPE, PLEASE HAVE IT MOUNTED AND/OR CHECKED BY AN EXPERIENCED GUNSMITH BEFORE USING. THE USER ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR HAVING THE SCOPE PROPERLY MOUNTED TO A FIREARM AND FOR USING THE SCOPE PROPERLY. ALWAYS CHECK THE CONDITION OF YOUR SCOPE AND YOUR MOUNTING SYSTEM BEFORE USING YOUR FIREARM.

SUPPLIED ITEM(S)

Body ························································· 1 piece Eyepiece cap ············ Objective cap···········

································ 1 pair*

*Rubber band linked (This type connects the objective and eyepiece caps using a rubber band.)

Caution

(1) Do NOT look at the sun through the riescope. It will permanently damage your eye. This precaution applies to all optical devices, such as cameras and binoculars. (2) The riescope is eectively sealed against moisture and dust. You may use your scope safely either in the rain or in dusty climates. To preserve the appearance of the scope, we recommend that it be dried and

cleaned prior to storage. Use a soft cloth for cleaning metal surfaces and use photographic lens tissue to clean the scope’s lenses.

Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING: This product contains chemicals including Lead which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

When setting the reticle for shooting or hunting, you should determine your standard range and then adjust the reticle based upon that target distance. For targets which vary from that standard distance, according to personal preference, you may simply adjust the position of the reticle in relation to your target, or you may wish to use the procedure for trajectory compensation. We hope that you will enjoy your new Nikon Riescope for many years to come. Enjoy using it, and above all, always follow safe shooting procedures.

N.B. Export of the products* in this manual may be controlled under the laws and relatives of the exporting country. Appropriate export procedure, such as obtaining of export license, shall be required in case of export. *Products: Hardware and its technical information (including software)

1. Nomenclature

Fig. 1

1 Objective lens 2 Eyepiece lens 3 Elevation adjustment turret 4 Windage adjustment turret 5 Eyepiece adjustment 6 Power index 7 Power scale 8 Power selector ring 9 Diopter index dot 0 Turret Cap

2. Specications

PROSTAFF P3 MUZZLELOADER

3-9×40

1 click: 1/4 MOA

1 revolution: 12 MOA

1 revolution: 48 clicks

Model PROSTAFF P3 SHOTGUN 2-7×32 PROSTAFF P3 SHOTGUN 3-9×40

Reticle BDC 200 BDC 200 BDC 300 BDC Predator BDC Predator

Actual magnification (×) 2-7 3-9 3-9 3-9 4-12 Effective objective diameter (mm) 32 40 40 40 40

Exit pupil

Eye relief Tube diameter (in.)/(mm) 1.0/25.4 1.0/25.4 1.0/25.4 1.0/25.4 1.0/25.4 Objective outside diameter (in.)/(mm) 1.6/40.8 1.9/48.8 1.9/48.8 1.9/48.8 1.9/48.8 Eyepiece outside diameter (in.)/(mm) 1.7/44 1.7/44 1.7/44 1.7/44 1.7/44 Adjustment graduation 1 click: 1/4 MOA

Max. internal adjustment (MOA) Parallax setting (yd.)/(m) 100/91.4 100/91.4 100/91.4 100/91.4 100/91.4 Field of view at 100 yd. Field of view at 100 m Length (a) (in.)/(mm) 11.5/292.0 11.4/289.0 11.4/289.0 12.4/315.0 14.1/358.0 Mount length (b) (in.)/(mm) Mount length (c) (in.)/(mm) Mount length (d) (in.)/(mm) Weight Structure

(at minimum magnification)-(at maximum magnification) *2 MOA = Minute of Angle

(mm) 16.0-4.6 13.3-4.4 13.3-4.4 13.3-4.4 10.0-3.3

(in.)/(mm) 3.8-3.8/96.5-96.5 5.0-5.0/127.0-127.0 5.0-5.0/127.0-127.0 3.6-3.6/91.5-91.5 3.7-3.7/94.0-94.0

1 revolution: 12 MOA

1 revolution: 48 clicks

(ft) 44.6-12.6 25.1-8.4 25.1-8.4 33.5-11.5 23.6-7.9

(m) 14.9-4.2 8.4-2.8 8.4-2.8 11.2-3.8 7.9-2.6

(oz)/(g)

90 55 55 75 55

2.0/50.2 1.7/42.8 1.7/42.8 2.0/50.6 2.5/63.5

1.3/33.0 1.3/33.4 1.3/33.4 1.3/33.0 1.3/33.0

2.1/53.0 1.7/43.1 1.7/43.1 2.1/53.0 2.1/53.0

14.3/405 15.2/430 15.2/430 15.0/425 15.5/440

1 click: 1/4 MOA

1 revolution: 12 MOA

1 revolution: 48 clicks

Waterproof (up to 3 ft 3 in. (1 m) for 10 minutes) and nitrogen gas purged

PROSTAFF P3 PREDATOR HUNTER

3-9×40

1 click: 1/4 MOA

1 revolution: 12 MOA

1 revolution: 48 clicks

PROSTAFF P3 PREDATOR HUNTER

4-12×40

1 click: 1/4 MOA

1 revolution: 12 MOA

1 revolution: 48 clicks

Objective Eyepiece

bcd

Letters a to d in the diagram above refer to lengths (a) to (d) shown in the Specifications table.

Reticle subtension chart

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BDC 200 reticle

Letters A to J in the diagram above refer to the reticle subtensions of units A to J shown on the table to the right.

Model PROSTAFF P3 SHOTGUN 2-7×32 PROSTAFF P3 SHOTGUN 3-9×40

Reticle BDC 200 BDC 200

Magnication (×) 2 7 3 9

Unit (in.) (cm) (in.) (cm) (in.) (cm) (in.) (cm)

A 1.75 4.87 0.5 1.39 0.75 2.09 0.25 0.70

B 28.00 77.84 8.0 22.24 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24

C 5.25 14.60 1.5 4.17 4.50 12.51 1.50 4.17

D 8.75 24.33 2.5 6.95 6.00 16.68 2.00 5.56

E 8.75 24.33 2.5 6.95 7.50 20.85 2.50 6.95

F 18.38 51.08 5.3 14.60 15.75 43.79 5.25 14.60

G 28.00 77.84 8.0 22.24 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24

H 42.00 116.76 12.0 33.36 36.00 100.08 12.00 33.36

I 63.00 175.14 18.0 50.04 54.00 150.12 18.00 50.04

Reticle subtensions (cm at 100 metres/inches at 100 yards)

J 7.00 19.46 2.0 5.56 6.00 16.68 2.00 5.56

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BDC 300 reticle

Letters A to J in the diagram above refer to the reticle subtensions of units A to J shown on the table to the right.

Model PROSTAFF P3 MUZZLELOADER 3-9×40

Reticle BDC 300

Magnication (×) 3 9

Unit (in.) (cm) (in.) (cm)

A 0.75 2.09 0.25 0.70

B 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24

C 4.50 12.51 1.50 4.17

D 6.00 16.68 2.00 5.56

E 6.00 16.68 2.00 5.56

F 12.00 33.36 4.00 11.12

G 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24

H 39.00 108.42 13.00 36.14

I 54.00 150.12 18.00 50.04

Reticle subtensions (cm at 100 metres/inches at 100 yards)

J 6.00 16.68 2.00 5.56

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BDC Predator reticle

Letters A to J in the diagram above refer to the reticle subtensions of units A to J shown on the table to the right.

Model PROSTAFF P3 PREDATOR HUNTER 3-9×40 PROSTAFF P3 PREDATOR HUNTER 4-12×40

Reticle BDC Predator BDC Predator

Magnication (×) 3 9 4 12

Unit (in.) (cm) (in.) (cm) (in.) (cm) (in.) (cm)

A 0.75 2.09 0.25 0.70 0.75 2.09 0.25 0.70

B 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24

C 9.00 25.02 3.00 8.34 9.00 25.02 3.00 8.34

D 6.00 16.68 2.00 5.56 6.00 16.68 2.00 5.56

E 3.00 8.34 1.00 2.78 3.00 8.34 1.00 2.78

F 12.00 33.36 4.00 11.12 12.00 33.36 4.00 11.12

G 9.00 25.02 3.00 8.34 9.00 25.02 3.00 8.34

H 16.50 45.87 5.50 15.29 16.50 45.87 5.50 15.29

I 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24 24.00 66.72 8.00 22.24

Reticle subtensions (cm at 100 metres/inches at 100 yards)

J 3.00 8.34 1.00 2.78 3.00 8.34 1.00 2.78

3. Instructions

(1) Focusing

1 Look through the eyepiece with your eye positioned about 4 in. (10 cm) away from the eyepiece to see each reticle (Fig. 3).

Be sure your eye is positioned with proper alignment and with proper eye relief, otherwise the view will “black out.”

2 Point the objective end of the scope at the sky (do NOT point it at the sun) or at a plain unpatterned wall.

BDC 200 reticle

BDC 300 reticle

3 Turn the eyepiece adjustment counter-clockwise and then turn it clockwise until the reticle appears sharp.

Notice: Reticle images shown in this manual are representation only. Actual images may vary.

BDC Predator reticle

Fig. 3

(2) Magnication

• Nikon riescopes have variable magnication. For details, see “2. Specications”.

To change powers, rotate the power selector ring until the desired magnication appears adjacent to the power index.

(3) Adjustment of the riescope

Sighting through the riescope, align the rie with your aiming point on the target and shoot a trial round. If the bullet does not hit the aiming point, adjust the elevation and windage adjustment turrets as follows:

• If the bullet hits under the aiming point, turn the elevation adjustment turret (counter-clockwise) in the direction of the arrow marked “U” for up. If the bullet hits high, turn the elevation adjustment turret (clock-

wise) in the direction of the arrow marked “D” for down.

• If the bullet hits to the right of the aiming point, turn the windage adjustment turret (clockwise) in the direction of the arrow marked “L” for left. If the bullet hits to the left of the aiming point, turn the windage

adjustment turret (counter-clockwise) in the direction of the arrow marked “R” for right.

• After the reticle has been adjusted to the point of impact, replace the turret cap for both the elevation and windage adjustment turrets.

Note:

• The windage and elevation scales of PROSTAFF P3 riescopes are calibrated in divisions of 1/4 minute of angle (MOA) with a click at intervals of 1/4 minute of angle (1 division).

• When adjusting the reticle to the point of aim, remember that 1 minute of angle equals approximately 1 in. (2.54 cm) at 100 yd. (91.44 m).

Therefore, if the impact point is 2 in. (5.08 cm) low and 1 in. (2.54 cm) right at 100 yd. (91.44 m) parallax setting, you should adjust 2 minutes of angle up and 1 minute of angle left. In the case of 50 yd. (45.72 m) parallax setting, the adjusting value is 2×. In the case of 75 yd. (68.58 m) parallax setting, the adjusting value is 1.5×.

(4) Zero resetting of adjustment turret

The elevation adjustment and windage adjustment turrets have a retracting system. After the reticle has been adjusted to match the point of impact, pull up the elevation adjustment or windage adjustment turret to disengage. The turret can now be turned freely. Align the zero number to the index line to set the zero setting, and then release the turret. The turret automatically retracts to the original position.

Utilizing the BDC reticle

Thank you for choosing the Nikon BDC reticle riescope. The BDC reticle is designed to compensate for the trajectory of your rearm. Regardless of the particular style of BDC reticle you have, the position of the circles are

based upon an average trajectory for some of the more popular projectiles and cartridges on the market based upon the intended use of the scope itself. Please note that the reticle is based upon ballistic information and may or may not meet the same results for you as there are many variables that come into play such as:

• Actual Velocity (Ammunition manufactures’ information in regards to muzzle velocity may or may not match the velocity your rearm produces. The best way to determine the actual muzzle velocity for your rearm

is to use a chronograph).

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Altitude

• Barometric Pressure

• Condition and inherent accuracy of the rearm

• The mounting system and how true it positions the scope to the centerline of the bore

BDC 200 reticle

The BDC 200 reticle was designed for use with modern, high velocity sabot style slugs when used in fully ried slug guns. We recommend using slugs that have an aero-dynamic polymer tip design as these have a higher ballistic co-ecient and provide atter trajectory over longer ranges.

The BDC 200 reticle is designed to be zeroed at 50 yards with a polymer tipped slug with an approximate muzzle velocity of 1900 fps. The reticle would then provide bullet drop compensation for 100, 150, 175 and 200 yards using the respective ballistic circles as shown on the next page.

Please note that your rearm may or may not match the information listed for bullet drop based upon the variables listed in this section.

Note:

We highly recommend that you try various brands of ammunition to see what round is the most accurate in your respective slug gun.

What if you prefer to shoot a full bore diameter Foster type slug, or prefer to zero your rearm at 100 yards? NO PROBLEM, just go to the Nikon Spot On website (nikonsportoptics.com/Spoton) and you can match your exact cartridge to the reticle. In fact, we highly recommend that you check out the Spot On website as it will provide exact yardages that each circle represents, providing unparalleled ballistic data for long range shooting.

BDC 200 reticle

50 yd. 100 yd. 150 yd. 175 yd.

200 yd.

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