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Badger Ordnance

60mm Spotter Protective Filter - 60mm Spotter Protective Filter Tan

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Protects 60mm

Spotting scope lens from impact

Variable Cat's

Eye aperture helps reduce glare

Flips Up

Instantly for full light transmission

Made From

Sturdy, lightweight 6061 T6 aluminum

Non-reflective Type

III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish

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SKU: 093000113

Overview

Built for protecting a 60mm spotting scope in the field, this filter adds a layer of defense for the lens while also helping manage glare through its variable cat’s eye aperture. It is designed to flip up quickly when full light transmission is needed or when a clip-on NVD must be attached, keeping the optic ready for changing conditions. The unit is made from 6061 T6 aluminum and finished with a non-reflective Type III mil-spec hardcoat anodizing. It is specifically intended for the Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope and Badger’s SLICK accessory-mounting cage.

Why Hunters Choose the Badger Ordnance

Protects Lens

Of a 60mm spotting scope

Variable Cat's

Eye aperture helps reduce glare

Flips Up

Quickly for full light transmission

Allows Attachment

Of a clip-on NVD without

Constructed From

Sturdy yet lightweight 6061 T6

Key Features

  • Protects a 60mm spotting scope lens from impact
  • Variable cat's eye aperture helps reduce glare
  • Flips up instantly for full light transmission or clip-on NVD use
  • Made from sturdy, 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 cage

Best Used For

  • Hunters using a Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm spotting scope with Badger SLICK mounting cage
  • Users needing lens protection during transport, setup, and field glassing sessions
  • Observers wanting glare reduction through a variable cat's eye aperture
  • Hunters who need quick flip-up access for full light transmission or clip-on NVD use

Specifications

Accessory Mounting Cage CompatibilityBadger's SLICK accessory-mounting cage
Blade FinishNon-reflective Type III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish
ColorTan
Compatible WithLeupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope
Flip Up FeatureYes
Glare ReductionVariable "cat's eye" aperture
Lens Size60mm
Material6061 T6 aluminum
Nvd CompatibilityClip-on NVD attachment supported when flipped up
Protects Lens FromImpact

Pros

  • Protects the lens of a 60mm spotting scope from impact
  • Variable cat's eye aperture helps reduce glare
  • Flips up quickly for full light transmission when needed
  • Allows attachment of a clip-on NVD without removal
  • Constructed from sturdy yet lightweight 6061 T6 aluminum
  • 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 fit is application-specific rather than universal.
  • The variable cat's eye aperture reduces glare, but that means it is a protective filter with a purpose-built light-management function rather than a simple open lens cover.
  • When full light transmission is needed, or when attaching a clip-on NVD, the filter flips up out of the way instead of staying in place as a fixed cover.
  • The non-reflective hardcoat anodized finish helps keep the profile subdued, but the tan finish is a visible color choice that may not suit every setup.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Spotting scope lens protection accessories
  • Glare-reducing scope filters
  • Flip-up optic covers
  • Accessory-mounting scope protection systems

Suggested Accessories

  • Spotting scope accessory mount
  • Protective lens cover
  • Glare-reducing filter
  • Night vision clip-on accessory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 60mm Spotter Protective Filter designed to do?

It is designed to protect the lens of a 60mm spotting scope from impact and to reduce glare with a variable "cat's eye" aperture.

Can the filter be moved out of the way when full light transmission is needed?

Yes. The entire filter flips up out of the way in an instant when full light transmission is called for or when attaching a clip-on NVD.

Which spotting scope is this filter specifically designed for?

The product description says it is specifically designed for use on the Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope and Badger's SLICK accessory-mounting cage.

What material and finish are listed for this filter?

The listed material is 6061 T6 aluminum, with a non-reflective Type III mil-spec hardcoat anodized finish.

Does the product description say anything about the exact fit beyond 60mm compatibility?

Yes. It specifically mentions compatibility with the Leupold Mark 4 12-40x60mm Spotting Scope and Badger's SLICK accessory-mounting cage. No other fit details are provided.