New scope

[RichCoyle]

What's wrong with a scope with the interior lenses made of plastic instead of glass. For years people have been using plastic in glasses. I think some plastic is so tough it is bullet proof.

 

[crystalgayleguy]

Elaborate more on subject

 

[blksno]

What's wrong with a scope with the interior lenses made of plastic instead of glass. For years people have been using plastic in glasses. I think some plastic is so tough it is bullet proof.

just a quick google search says

"Key points about acrylic:

• High optical clarity: Acrylic has a refractive index very close to glass, allowing light to pass through with minimal distortion. "

IMO, using 1 lens in a pair of glasses is way different than using multiple lenses in a rifle scope. This is where "close or minimal" just isn't good enough.

 

[Clem Bronkoski]

Unlike glass, plastic can yellow over time. Possibly an acrylic would suffice but not as clear as glass IMO.

 

[simo hayha]

It's a great way to save weight in a hunting scope

 

[RichCoyle]

Thanks. There are a couple good arguments. I guess we wait till plastic improves.