Diamond standard

When Swarovski scopes arrive, I’m always 99 per cent certain they are going to be pleasurable to live with and rely upon. Their reputation is well assured and I myself am truly convinced. But that’s not to say they will suit everyone and, of course, the price is quite significant. The latest Z8i shows its 8x zoom range amplifying the base level 3.5x magnification all the way up to 28x to cope with both short-range hunting needs, possibly even spacious shots on driven game, yet more appropriately with mid to longer range shots on stationary game. It’s important to note that Swarovski make the BTF (ballistic turret flex) which is an optional extra for this optic and one I wholeheartedly recommend to get the most from the image quality and longer range capability.

All external surfaces on the tube are smoothly burnished before hard anodising to briskly shed debris with the greatest ease. The recessed 50mm objective lens is