PRODUCT MANUAL

CROSSFIRE II
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RIFLESCOPE

CROSSFIRE II RIFLESCOPE
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The Crossfire® II series of riflescopes offer the highest

levels of performance and reliability. With features
such as generous eye relief, rugged construction, and
precise, smooth controls, the Crossfire® II riflescopes
are ready for any situation.

Ocular Lens
Fast-Focus Elevation
Eyepiece Turret

Reticle Focus

Magnification Windage Turret

Adjustment Ring Objective Lens

Images are for representation only.

Product may vary from what is shown.

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Reticle Focal Plane

RIFLESCOPE ADJUSTMENTS
All scope reticles can be termed either First Focal
Plane (FFP) or Second Focal Plane (SFP) according Ocular Focus
to the reticle’s location within the scope. This model
features an SFP reticle design. The ocular focus is a one-time adjustment used
to focus the reticle for maximum sharpness. This
SFP reticles are located near the eyepiece, behind adjustment is slightly different for every shooter. A
the image erecting and magnifying lenses. This style clearly focused reticle is a critical component for
of reticle does not visually change in size when you accurate shooting.
change the magnification. The advantage of an SFP
reticle is that it always maintains the same ideal
visual appearance. Ocular Focus – Reticle Focus Adjustment
Note: The Crossfire ® II riflescope reticle subtensions used Your Crossfire® II riflescope uses a Fast-Focus Eyepiece
for bullet drop and wind drift compensation are correct at designed to quickly and easily adjust the focus on the
maximum magnification. The 6-24x50 model is correct at
18x magnification. riflescope’s reticle.
To adjust the reticle focus:
1. Set the magnification to
the highest setting. If
equipped, set the parallax
to infinity.
2. Back out the diopter until
the reticle is slightly blurry.
3. Turn the eyepiece in or out until the reticle image
is as crisp as possible.
Note: Try to make this adjustment quickly, as the eye will try to
compensate for an out-of-focus reticle.

Once this adjustment is complete, it will not be

necessary to refocus every time you use the riflescope.
However, because your eyesight may change over
time, you should recheck this adjustment periodically.
Warning: Looking directly at the sun through a scope,
or any optical instrument, can cause severe and
permanent damage to your eyesight.

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Magnification
The magnification adjustment is used to change the
PARALLAX SETTING
riflescope’s magnification level, or “power,” adjusting Parallax is a phenomenon that results when the target
from low to high magnification depending on the image does not fall on the same optical plane as the
shooter’s preference. reticle within the scope. This can cause an apparent
movement of the reticle in relation to the target if the
shooter’s eye is off-center.
Magnification Adjustment
Rotate the indicator bar to the Focused Image Reticle Aiming Point
desired magnification.
(Eye is not
centered
behind the
scope.)
Turrets
Reticle Plane
The Crossfire® II riflescope
incorporates adjustable • When the target image is not focused on the reticle
elevation and windage turrets plane and your eye is off-center behind the scope,
with audible clicks. Each parallax occurs. This is because the line of sight
audible click moves the from the eye to the focused target image does not
bullet’s point of impact 1/4 coincide with the reticle aiming point.
of a minute of angle (MOA).

1/4 MOA closely corresponds to 1/4 inch at 100 yards, Focused Image Reticle Aiming Point
1/2 inch at 200 yards, and 3/4 inch at 300 yards. It
(Eye is
takes four (4) clicks to move the bullet’s point of impact
centered
approximately one inch at 100 yards. behind the
To make turret adjustments: scope.)

1. Remove the elevation and/or windage turret cap(s). Reticle Plane

2. Turn the turret in the direction you wish the bullet’s

• When the target image is not focused on the reticle
point of impact to go: up or down, left or right.
plane and your eye is centered directly behind the
3. Replace the turret cap(s) when done. scope, no parallax occurs. This is because the line
of sight from the eye to the focused target image
Tip: After sight-in, you can realign the zero marks on
coincides with the reticle aiming point.
the elevation and windage turrets with the reference
dots. See “Indexing the Turrets” section on page 15
for instructions.

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Focused Image Reticle Aiming Point Using image focus/parallax correction:

(Eye is not 1. Be sure the reticle is correctly focused (see Reticle
centered Focus on page 5).
behind the
scope.) 2. Rotate the adjustable objective until numbers match
the distance you are shooting. Align yardage number
Reticle Plane to the indicator arrow on scope body.
3. Check for proper setting by looking through the
• When the target image is focused on the reticle
scope to verify image sharpness and, at the same
plane, parallax cannot occur, even if your eye is not
time, look for reticle shift while moving your head
centered behind the scope. This is because the line
back and forth.
of sight from the eye to the focused target image
always coincides with the reticle aiming point no 4. The setting is correct if there is no apparent
matter where the shooter’s eye is positioned. movement between the reticle and target while
your head is moving back and forth. If there is
The Crossfire® II riflescopes with fixed parallax are set
apparent movement, adjust the focus knob slightly
for 100 yards. You will have a small amount of parallax
until the movement is eliminated.
inside and outside of 100 yards. Eliminate this by being
centered perfectly behind the riflescope. When properly set, the target image should be sharp
and crisp.
Note: The numbers on the adjustable objective are there
Image Focus and Parallax Correction for reference and may perfectly correspond with the actual
Some of the Crossfire® II riflescope models use an yardage.
image focus/parallax adjustment which provides
maximum image sharpness and eliminates parallax
error. Lower power models do not use image focus/
parallax adjustments and are pre-focused at 100 yards.

Adjustable Objective
(AO models)
Match shooting yardage
to indicator dot. 100
yard setting shown.

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Reticle Illumination Adjustment

RIFLESCOPE MOUNTING
Some Crossfire® II riflescope models offer an
illuminated reticle controlled by an adjustment knob To get the best performance from your Crossfire® II
on the eyepiece. Adjust the illumination intensity by riflescope, proper mounting is essential. Although
rotating the knob either clockwise or counter-clockwise. not difficult, the correct steps must be followed. If
you are unsure of your abilities, use the services of a
qualified gunsmith.
Battery Replacement
1. Unscrew the outer cap with a coin.
2. Remove the battery.
3. Replace with a new CR 2032 battery.
4. Install battery with plus (+) side up.
5. Reinstall the outer cap and tighten securely.

Battery cover on top of

adjustment knob.
Rings And Bases
Mount an appropriate base and matching rings to your
rifle according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Your new Crossfire® II riflescope requires either 1-inch
or 30mm rings. Refer to the dimensions listed on the
box or go to VortexOptics.com and look up your model
and configuration to confirm the main tube size for
your riflescope.
Use the lowest ring height that will provide complete
clearance of scope and rifle, avoiding any contact with
barrel, receiver, bolt handle, or any other part of the
rifle. A low mounting will help assure proper cheek
weld, aid in establishing a solid shooting position,
and promote fast target acquisition.

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Eye Relief And Reticle Alignment Bore Sighting

Install the bottom ring halves on the mounting base. Initial bore sighting of the riflescope will save time and
Place the scope on the bottom ring halves and loosely money at the range. You can do this in a number of
install the upper ring halves. Before tightening the ways. Use a mechanical or laser bore sighter according
scope ring screws, adjust for comfortable eye relief: to the manufacturer’s instructions. On some rifles, you
can bore sight by removing the bolt and sighting through
1. Set the scope to maximum magnification.
the barrel.
2. Slide the scope as far forward in the rings
as possible.
3. Look through the scope while in your normal
shooting position and slowly slide the scope towards
your eye. Stop sliding the scope when you see the
full field of view.
Note: Keep the rings centered on the riflescope tube as
much as possible. You may have to adjust where the rings
are mounted on the rail to get both the correct mount and
proper eye relief.

4. Without disturbing the front-back placement, rotate

the scope until there is an exact match between
To Visually Bore Sight A Rifle:
the reticle’s vertical crosshair and the rifle’s vertical
axis. Use a reticle leveling tool, a weight hung on 1. Place the rifle securely on a rest and remove
a rope, flat feeler gauges, or a bubble level to help the bolt.
with this procedure.
2. Sight through the bore at a target approximately
Note: After aligning the reticle, tighten and torque the ring 100 yards away.
screws. Vortex Optics recommends a torque setting of 15-
18 in/lbs on the ring screws. DO NOT use a thread locking 3. Move the rifle and rest until the target is visually
compound on the threads. Thread locking agents lubricate centered inside the barrel.
the threads, which can increase the applied torque.
4. With the target centered in the bore, make windage
and elevation adjustments until the reticle crosshair
is also centered over the target.

Use of bubble levels to square the riflescope

(and reticle) to the base.

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Final Range Sight-In Indexing the Turrets

After the riflescope has been bore sighted, you should The Crossfire® II riflescopes feature windage/elevation
do your final sight-in at the range, using the exact dials that allow you to reindex the zero indicator after
ammunition you expect to use while shooting. Sight- sight-in without disturbing your settings. Though not
in and zero the riflescope at the preferred distance. required, this process will allow you to quickly return
100 yards is the most common zero distance, to your original zero if you dial temporary corrections
although you may prefer a 200-yard zero for long- in the field.
range applications.
Index the turret as follows:
• Following all safe shooting practices, fire a three-
1. Remove the turret caps.
shot group as precisely as possible.
2. While firmly holding the
• Next, adjust the reticle to match the approximate
dial, loosen and remove
center of the shot group (see section on Windage
center screw.
and Elevation Adjustment on page 5).
Note: If the rifle is securely mounted and cannot be moved,
simply look through the scope and adjust the reticle until it
is centered on the group.
3. Lift the turret dial off
• Carefully fire another three-shot group and see if the
the scope. Align the
bullet group is centered on the bullseye.
zero on the turret dial
Repeat this procedure as many times as necessary to with the index line.
achieve a perfect zero.

4. Reinstall the turret dial

and tighten the center
screw while holding
firmly to the turret dial.

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MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING
Cleaning Sighting-In Problems
The Crossfire II riflescope requires very little routine
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Many times, problems thought to be with the scope
maintenance other than periodically cleaning the are actually mount problems. Be sure you’re using
exterior lenses. Clean the scope’s exterior by wiping the correct base and rings in the correct orientation,
with a soft, dry cloth. When cleaning the lenses, be and the base screws and rings are tight. Insufficient
sure to use products specifically designed for use on windage or elevation adjustment range may indicate
coated optical lenses. problems with rings, base, base alignment, or barrel/
receiver alignment.
• Be sure to blow away any dust or grit on the lenses
prior to wiping the surfaces.
• Using your breath, or a very small amount of water Check For Correct Base And Ring Alignment
or pure alcohol, can help remove stubborn things • Roughly center the reticle by adjusting both
like dried water spots. windage and elevation turrets to the midpoint of
• Check out our cleaning kits at VortexOptics.com their travel ranges.
• Attach bore sighter or remove bolt and visually
boresight rifle.
Lubrication
• Look through the scope. If the reticle appears
All components of the Crossfire® II are permanently
way off-center on the bore sighter image, or when
lubricated, so no additional lubricant should be
compared to the visually centered target when looking
applied. If possible, avoid exposing your riflescope
through rifle’s bore, there may be a problem with the
to direct sunlight or any very hot location for long
bases or rings being used. Confirm you are using the
periods of time.
correct base and rings in the proper orientation.
Note: Other than removing the turret caps and battery cap,
do not attempt to disassemble any scope components.
Disassembling the scope may void the warranty.

Storage
If possible, avoid exposing your riflescope to direct
sunlight or any very hot location for long periods of time.

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Tips For Solving Bullet Grouping Problems

• Maintain a good shooting technique and use a
solid rest.
• Check that all screws on rifle’s action are
properly tightened.
• Be sure rifle barrel and action are clean and free
of excessive oil or copper fouling.
• Check that rings are correctly torqued per the
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Some rifles and ammunition don’t work well
together—try different ammunition and see if
accuracy improves.

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