Hunters who chase both whitetails in thick timber and mule deer across open prairie need a scope that does not force a compromise between close-range field of view and the light-gathering ability to shoot in the last minutes of legal light. The Athlon Midas HMR Gen2 2.5-15x50 delivers optical clarity and a 50mm objective that performs in low-light conditions where smaller objectives start to fade.

Key Features

• Fully multi-coated lenses deliver bright, high-contrast images with true color reproduction across the full light spectrum
• Illuminated BDC 600A MOA reticle provides intuitive bullet-drop-compensating holdover points calibrated for common hunting cartridges out to 600 yards, with variable brightness for low-light use powered by a CR2032 battery
• Precision zero stop (Gen2 upgrade) lets you dial for distance with confidence and return to your established zero quickly
• Capped elevation and windage turrets with tactile 0.25 MOA clicks prevent accidental zero shifts in the field while still providing precise adjustment
• Side focus parallax adjustable from 10 yards to infinity eliminates parallax error at any distance
• 50mm objective lens maximizes light gathering for a bright sight picture during the critical first and last minutes of shooting light
• One-piece aircraft-grade aluminum tube with argon purging delivers waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance in any conditions

Ideal For

• Western big game hunters who need a versatile optic covering close encounters in timber (2.5x) through open-country shots at extended range (15x)
• Hunters who prefer BDC simplicity over dialing — zero at 100 yards and use the holdover points for quick shots at known distances without touching the turrets
• All-around hunters who want one scope that handles diverse scenarios — the 6:1 zoom ratio and forgiving eyebox make it adaptable across rifle platforms and hunting situations