Scope Brush?

[98s1lightning]

Is a scope brush the proper way to clean scope lenses?

I never known the proper way, only have one nice scope, want it to last, and not screw it up by rubbing/scratching it.

I always used the cleanest softest rag I could find on my previous scopes.

 

[ShtrRdy]

I got the following from the Zero Compromise online manual:


2. Use a can of compressed air to blow off dust and dirt particles from the lenses. Take care to hold the can upright and not drip the fluid on the lenses as this can cause damage.
3. Hold the scope with the lens being cleaned facing downward to allow dirt to fall away from the lenses. Use an optical quality lens cleaning brush to remove the remaining dust and dirt particles from the lens.
4. If dirt particles are still stuck to the lens, flush the lens with distilled water allowing the water to drain away from the scope. Allow the lens and lens edges to completely dry before proceeding.
5. Use a high-quality micro-fiber lens cloth to remove any water stains or smudges from the lens surface. Keep this micro fiber cloth clean and protected to prevent abrasive particles from sticking to it.

 

[Critter Picker]

All my Vortex and Burris scopes came with a microfiber cloth.

 

[FireFlyFishing]

I use a bronze brush…

I have a few scopes for sale if interested!

 

[Darryle]

I use compressed air and an old school shaving brush, little soap and water if needed, sunglasses cleaning cloth and compressed air to blow any moisture out of the threads and locking rings.

Most of the stuff we just have laying around, no need to spend money for optic specific stuff.

 

[AGT06]

A camera lens pen, they work great, a brush on one end and a weird little moleskin-type pad on the other.

 

[WapitiBob]

Kitchen faucet, nothing but water touches my scope glass.

 

[98s1lightning]

Kitchen faucet, nothing but water touches my scope glass.

Interesting approach

Compressed air or sunlight to dry?

 

[WapitiBob]

a little air
A friend used to be a Leica rep.

 

[Pa.Frank]

If you put a good pair of flip up scope caps on your scopes, the only time they will even have an opportunity to get dusty or dirty is when your ready to pull the trigger and you might only need to clean it a few times in your lifetime... maybe.

 

[PopNFresh]

I use a bronze brush…

I have a few scopes for sale if interested!

you're waiting time when there's a perfectly good solution with an ultrasonic cleaner, never had one come back out of the solution dirty and the turrets usually even sound smoother afterwards

 

[98s1lightning]

If you put a good pair of flip up scope caps on your scopes, the only time they will even have an opportunity to get dusty or dirty is when your ready to pull the trigger and you might only need to clean it a few times in your lifetime... maybe.

No flip ups available for my model last time I checked with -not sure what manufacturer-

Leupold Vari-X III 2.5-8x36mm

 

[eshell]

If you put a good pair of flip up scope caps on your scopes, the only time they will even have an opportunity to get dusty or dirty is when your ready to pull the trigger and you might only need to clean it a few times in your lifetime... maybe.

The first thing I do when buying a scope is to buy a set of Butler Creek flip-ups. I've had some scopes for 20 years and never had to clean the lenses.

No flip ups available for my model last time I checked with -not sure what manufacturer-

Leupold Vari-X III 2.5-8x36mm

You may have to measure your scope to match up the correct fit, but I had that same scope with Butler Creek caps. Unless they've been discontinued, you should be able to find them.

 

[Grizzly60]

I use a bronze brush…

I have a few scopes for sale if interested!

On a drill right!!!