{"id":1969,"date":"2018-03-29T09:07:34","date_gmt":"2018-03-29T07:07:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/optics-info.com\/?p=1969"},"modified":"2023-04-19T13:57:21","modified_gmt":"2023-04-19T11:57:21","slug":"blaser-infinity-riflescopes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.optics-trade.eu\/blog\/blaser-infinity-riflescopes\/","title":{"rendered":"Blaser Infinity riflescopes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction<\/h2>\n

When Blaser<\/a> introduced their Primus binoculars last year, we all knew that it was just an overture to a larger project. Blaser did not wait long to take the next step. This year, they delighted their fans by expanding their offer of optics with a riflescope series called Infinity<\/strong>. Optically and design-wise, these are on the same level as riflescopes of the highest quality class currently on the market.<\/p>\n

Before we move on to the characteristics of the Infinity series, let’s discuss how Blaser’s optics came to be. The following information might not be 100 % credible \u2013 this is just how we believe it unfolded. In 2000, Sauer & Sohn, Blaser, Mauser, and Swiss Arms united under the name of SIGARMS. The conglomerate of companies then bought Minox and Optronika GmbH who used to produce top-notch Premier Reticles<\/strong> riflescopes. Together, these two companies formed GSO (German Sports Optics)<\/strong>. One of their projects was the great tactical riflescopes Minox ZP. Looking at them, we expected that GSO would eventually do something for Blaser as well \u2013 and we think that they did. Based on the reputation of Blaser and GSO, we had high expectations for the Infinity series.<\/p>\n

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Blaser Infinity 4\u201320×58<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Model range<\/h2>\n

1\u20137×28 iC<\/a><\/h4>\n

This model is relatively heavy for a wide angle<\/strong> riflescope. It features a true 1x magnification<\/strong>, meaning that it can be used with both eyes open without problems. The reticle is in the first focal plane<\/strong>. The specialty of this model is that it features an illuminated dot that turns on either in the second or in the first focal plane, depending on the set magnification. Blaser calls this system IVD<\/strong> (Intelligent Variable Dot). This is how it works on a prism: when the magnification is set from 1x to approx. 4x, the dot is in the second focal plane. Once the magnification is set to more than 4x, the dot in the second focal plane powers off and powers on in the first focal plane. A configuration like this can also be found in Docter Basic<\/a>, Schmidt & Bender ShortDot<\/a> and Minox<\/a> ZP8 riflescopes. The light transmission is affected a little because there is an additional prism in the interior of the riflescope. This system allows quick target acquisition<\/strong> when shooting at close range and provides minimum coverage when shooting at targets farther away.<\/p>\n

2.8\u201320×50 iC<\/a><\/h4>\n

The all-around model<\/strong> with a universal magnification range. It is suitable for all hunting situations, be it mountain hunting, stalking or shooting from a hide.<\/p>\n

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Blaser Infinity 2.8\u201320×58 iC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

4\u201320×58 iC<\/a><\/h4>\n

This model is made for hunting in low light<\/strong>. This is the only riflescope from the Infinity series that features a 5x zoom factor instead of 7x. It is designed to offer maximum light transmission<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Characteristics of the Infinity series<\/h3>\n

Blaser Infinity riflescopes have a unique design<\/strong> \u2013 we haven’t seen anything similar on the market before. They go extremely well with the successful Blaser R8 rifles<\/strong>, which is why many of the current R8 owners might be convinced that it is time to change the optic. The riflescopes feature a 36mm tube<\/strong> and can only be mounted via rail<\/strong>. Not including an option to mount the riflescope with rings is a bold move \u2013 and a right one, in our opinion. We hope that other optics manufacturers will follow Blaser’s steps and that in 10, 20 years, riflescopes of the highest quality class will no longer be mounted with rings.<\/p>\n

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Blaser Infinity 4\u201320×58 iC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The wide angle model and the all-rounder from the Blaser Infinity riflescopes series feature a<\/strong> 7x zoom factor<\/strong> while the low light specialist has a 5x zoom factor. What we find a little strange is that they all have the reticle in the first focal plane. For now, these are the only premium hunting riflescopes with the reticle in the first focal plane. The reason behind Blaser’s decision for an FFP reticle<\/strong> probably has to do with a desire to achieve absolute precision<\/strong>. With SFP riflescopes, the point of impact changes slightly as you manipulate with magnification. Renowned optics manufacturers such as Zeiss and Swarovski; however, have managed to achieve that the point of impact moves for a negligible amount. Blaser, who entered the premium class of optics, could do the same. We expect that for the next generation of these riflescopes, Blaser will include an option to choose an SFP reticle. With a zoom factor of 7x, an SFP configuration would be a welcome addition.<\/p>\n

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Blaser Infinity 1\u20137×28 iC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Furthermore, Blaser chose to switch the positions of the windage turret and the illumination control turret<\/strong>. The windage turret can now be found on the left and illumination control turret on the right. For left-handed shooters, this is great in terms of ergonomics; for right-handed shooters, not so much. The switching of the positions might be the consequence of Blaser’s endeavor to be different from what’s already on the market. The 2.8\u201320×50<\/a> and 4\u201320×58<\/a> have an adjustable parallax. When set to 100 m, the parallax adjustment turret is half-locked \u2013 you have to pull the turret out in order to set the parallax to any other distances. This is a great feature because the user will immediately notice if the parallax is not set at 100 m.<\/p>\n