Vector Optics Continental x6 1.5-9x42 SFP G4 Riflescope (SCOM-23) – Versatile European-Style Hunting Optic
The Vector Optics Continental x6 1.5-9x42 SFP G4 Riflescope (SCOM-23) is a premium riflescope designed for hunters and marksmen who require a lightweight, versatile, and high-performance optic for real-world field conditions. With its 1.5–9x magnification range, compact design, and German #4 illuminated reticle, this scope offers rapid target acquisition at close range while maintaining exceptional precision for medium-distance engagements up to several hundred meters.
Built on the proven Continental x6 platform, the scope features German-engineered ED glass, LaREE lens elements, and VePRO Fully Multi-Coating, which together ensure over 90% light transmission. This results in crisp, distortion-free images with excellent brightness, even during challenging dawn or dusk hunts. The 42 mm objective lens delivers the ideal balance between light-gathering capability and compact size, making the optic a reliable companion for stalking and driven hunts.
Key Features
- Magnification: 1.5–9x – wide field of view for close-range speed with enough magnification for mid-range precision.
- Objective Lens Diameter: 42 mm for excellent low-light performance without adding unnecessary bulk.
- Tube Diameter: 30 mm monotube made from 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and stability.
- Reticle: Etched-glass German #4 reticle with illuminated center for fast acquisition in all lighting conditions.
- Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP) for a consistent reticle image across the zoom range.
- Light Transmission: Over 90% thanks to German optical technology with LaREE & VePRO FMC coatings.
- Click Value: 1/4 MOA per adjustment step for precise zeroing.
- Adjustment Range: Up to 140 MOA elevation and windage travel, offering a wide ballistic compensation window.
- Exit Pupil: 9.5 mm (low power) – 4.9 mm (high power) for bright, comfortable viewing.
- Eye Relief: Constant 100 mm, ensuring safe use with larger calibers.
Optical Performance
The Continental x6 1.5-9x42SFP delivers clarity and brightness on par with leading European hunting scopes. Its 6x zoom ratio makes it highly versatile—providing a wide field of view at 1.5x for fast-moving targets in driven hunts, while at 9x it offers enough magnification for precise shot placement out to 500 meters or more. The German #4 reticle ensures quick and intuitive aiming, while the illuminated center enhances visibility in dark timber, cloudy days, or at dusk. With over 90% light transmission, this scope excels in low-light conditions where success often depends on the optic.
Precision Adjustments
- Turrets: Low-profile hunting-style turrets with tactile, audible clicks.
- Click Value: 1/4 MOA per click (7.25 mm at 100 m).
- Total Adjustment Range: Up to 140 MOA for elevation and windage.
- Diopter Adjustment: +2 to -3 via fast-focus eyepiece for customized reticle sharpness.
Ergonomics & Shooter Comfort
- Eye Relief: 100 mm, protecting the shooter from recoil while providing a full sight picture.
- Exit Pupil: 9.5 mm at 1.5x, 4.9 mm at 9x, ensuring bright images across magnification levels.
- Field of View: 28 m at 100 m (1.5x) down to 4.6 m at 100 m (9x).
- Length: 335 mm for compact handling.
- Weight: 580 g, lightweight for easy carry during long hunts.
Durability & Build Quality
The riflescope is constructed from a 30 mm 6061-T6 aluminum monotube that ensures ruggedness and stability. It is shock tested to 750 g and recoil-rated for cartridges up to .338 Lapua Magnum. The optic is waterproof up to 1 m and fully nitrogen-purged for fogproof reliability in adverse weather. Its matte black anodized finish prevents reflections and resists wear, ensuring durability during demanding hunts and tactical applications.
Technical Specifications
| Model |
SCOM-23 Continental x6 1.5-9x42SFP G4 Riflescope |
| Magnification |
1.5–9x |
| Objective Lens Diameter |
42 mm |
| Tube Diameter |
30 mm monotube |
| Focal Plane |
Second Focal Plane (SFP) |
| Reticle |
Etched-glass German #4 reticle, illuminated |
| Illumination |
6 brightness levels |
| Click Value |
1/4 MOA (7.25 mm at 100 m) |
| Adjustment Range |
140 MOA elevation/windage |
| Parallax |
Fixed, optimized for hunting ranges |
| Eye Relief |
100 mm |
| Exit Pupil |
9.5 – 4.9 mm |
| Field of View |
28 m – 4.6 m at 100 m |
| Length |
335 mm |
| Weight |
580 g |
| Construction Material |
6061-T6 aluminum alloy |
| Finish |
Matte black anodized |
| Shock Resistance |
750 g tested, rated up to .338 caliber |
| Waterproofing |
1 m depth |
| Fogproofing |
Fully nitrogen-purged |
| Battery Type |
CR2032 |
Summary
The Vector Optics Continental x6 1.5-9x42SFP G4 Riflescope (SCOM-23) offers hunters and shooters a premium, versatile optic that combines clarity, reliability, and compact handling. With its wide magnification range, illuminated German #4 reticle, excellent low-light capability, and rugged construction, it is perfectly suited for European-style hunting, stalking, and driven game shooting. Lightweight yet durable, it delivers professional-grade performance at a competitive price.
