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60mm Spotter Protective Filter - 60mm Spotter Protective Filter Black
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SKU: 093000112
Overview
Badger Ordnance’s protective filter is built for hunters and observers who want added lens protection on a 60mm spotting scope without giving up flexibility in the field. It helps shield the optic from impact and uses a variable cat’s eye aperture to cut glare when conditions call for it. When maximum light transmission is needed, or when a clip-on NVD must be used, the filter flips up quickly and stays out of the way. It is designed for the Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope and Badger’s SLICK accessory-mounting cage.
Why Hunters Choose the Badger Ordnance
Protects 60mm
Spotting scope lens from impact
Variable Cat's
Eye aperture helps reduce glare
Flips Up
Quickly for full light transmission
Made From
Sturdy yet lightweight 6061 T6
Non-reflective Type
III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish
Key Features
- Protects the lens of a 60mm spotting scope from impact.
- Variable cat's eye aperture helps reduce glare.
- Flips up instantly for full light transmission or clip-on NVD use.
- Constructed from sturdy yet lightweight 6061 T6 aluminum.
- Features a non-reflective Type III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish.
- Designed for the Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope and Badger SLICK accessory-mounting cage.
Best Used For
- Hunters using a Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm spotting scope with Badger SLICK mounting cage
- Users wanting lens protection during transport, setup, and field glassing sessions
- Observers needing reduced glare through a variable aperture in bright conditions
- Hunters who may need to flip the filter out of the way for clip-on NVD use
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Non-reflective Type III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility | Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope; Badger's SLICK accessory-mounting cage |
| Filters Glare | Yes |
| Flip Up Design | Yes |
| Material | 6061 T6 aluminum |
| Protects Lens | Yes |
| Variable Aperture | Yes |
Pros
- Protects a 60mm spotting scope lens from impact during field use.
- Variable cat's eye aperture helps reduce glare when viewing.
- Flips up quickly for full light transmission or clip-on NVD use.
- Made from sturdy yet lightweight 6061 T6 aluminum.
- Features a non-reflective Type III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for the Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope and Badger’s SLICK accessory-mounting cage, so compatibility is limited to that setup.
- The variable "cat's eye" aperture reduces glare, but that means the filter is not just a simple open lens cover in use.
- When full light transmission is needed, or a clip-on NVD must be attached, the filter has to be flipped up out of the way.
- It adds lens protection and glare control, but it is still an accessory layer in front of the optic rather than a replacement for the scope’s own lens cover system.
Suggested Comparisons
- Spotting scope lens protection
- Glare-reducing scope accessories
- Clip-on night vision compatible accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Spotting scope lens cover
- Spotting scope accessory mount
- Night vision clip-on accessory
- Protective scope filter
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 60mm Spotter Protective Filter do for a spotting scope?
It protects the lens of a 60mm spotting scope from impact and also reduces glare through its variable "cat's eye" aperture.
Can the filter be moved out of the way when I need full light transmission?
Yes. The filter flips up out of the way in an instant when full light transmission is needed.
Is this filter compatible with night vision clip-on use?
The description says it can be flipped up when you need to attach a clip-on NVD, but it does not provide additional compatibility details beyond that.
What spotting scope is this filter specifically designed for?
It is specifically designed for use on the Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope and Badger Ordnance's SLICK accessory-mounting cage.
What material and finish are listed for the filter?
The listed material is 6061 T6 aluminum, and the finish is a non-reflective Type III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish.