Crimson Trace Brushline Pro 3-12x42 BDC

• 3-12x magnification range: Covers the practical middle ground for stalking, woodland edges and open-field hunting, giving a wide enough view at 3x for closer shots and the precision needed at 12x for careful placement at longer distances.
• 42 mm objective with fully multicoated lenses: Helps the scope deliver a bright, usable image in the low-light periods when game is most active, while the coatings support contrast and reduce distracting glare.
• CT Custom BDC Pro reticle: Provides holdover references without adding illumination or a busy sight picture, making it easier to keep the reticle clear and fast to read in typical hunting conditions.
• Side parallax adjustment: Lets the shooter fine-tune the image and reticle focus for distance, which improves aiming precision and reduces apparent reticle shift on small targets.
• Capped 1/4 MOA turrets: Protect the settings from accidental movement during transport and field carry, while still allowing straightforward zeroing and sight corrections when needed.

About the Crimson Trace Brushline Series

The Crimson Trace Brushline series is built as a hunting riflescope family focused on straightforward field use rather than tactical complexity. Within Crimson Trace’s scope lineup, Brushline models sit as practical second-focal-plane optics with familiar hunting proportions, including 1-inch tubes, non-illuminated reticles and magnification ranges suited to common sporting rifles. The series includes versions configured for different applications, including models with reticles intended specifically for rimfire use, which shows the line’s emphasis on matching the optic to the rifle and cartridge.

A defining feature of the series is the use of CT Custom BDC reticle options. In the standard BDC version, the reticle uses diamond-shaped hold points that provide multiple aiming references without making the image feel crowded. That approach suits hunters who want faster holdover use in the field but still prefer the uncluttered look of a traditional hunting scope. Across the series, the combination of moderate zoom ranges, conventional tube dimensions and simple controls gives the Brushline family a clear role: dependable hunting optics for shooters who want practical magnification, familiar handling and reticle designs that support real field distances.

About the Crimson Trace Brushline Pro 3-12x42 BDC

The Crimson Trace Brushline Pro 3-12x42 BDC is a variable-power hunting riflescope designed for shooters who need one optic to cover a broad spread of real hunting distances. Its 3-12x magnification range is flexible enough for quick shots at lower power while still offering the image scale needed for more deliberate placement across fields, cut lines or hillside terrain. Paired with a 42 mm objective lens, it keeps the scope trim enough for practical rifle handling while still gathering enough light for dawn and dusk use.

This model uses a second-focal-plane CT Custom BDC Pro reticle, which keeps the reticle visually consistent as magnification changes. For a hunting scope, that matters because the aiming point remains easy to see against dark game or cluttered backgrounds, instead of becoming too fine at low power. The non-illuminated layout also keeps operation simple and avoids dependence on electronic brightness controls. Side parallax adjustment adds a more precise setup than fixed-parallax hunting scopes, helping the shooter sharpen the target image and reduce aiming error when distances increase.

Mechanically, the scope stays focused on field practicality. Capped turrets protect zero from knocks and snags during transport, while the 1/4 MOA click value gives familiar adjustment increments for sight-in. The 1-inch tube and aerospace aluminum construction keep weight moderate at 530.00 g, which suits stalking rifles and general-purpose hunting setups where balance matters as much as optical performance.

About Crimson Trace

Crimson Trace was established in 1994 and built its reputation around firearm aiming and support systems, especially laser sights and firearm-mounted lights. Its well-known product families include Lasergrips, Laserguard and Rail Master, and the company also developed Instinctive Activation, a control concept that places the pressure pad where it can be engaged with a normal shooting grip. That focus on practical firearm integration carries over into the company’s broader optics catalog.

Alongside its electronic sighting products, Crimson Trace also offers riflescopes and rangefinders, extending the brand into hunting and shooting optics that emphasize straightforward use and compatibility with real field conditions. The company operates a facility in Columbia, Missouri, United States, and its product range reflects long-standing specialization in sighting equipment for sporting and defensive firearms.

Main Features

• Magnification: 3.00 x - 12.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Main tube diameter: 25.4 mm
• Reticle position: 2. focal plane - SFP
• Reticle: CT Custom BDC Pro
• Illumination: No
• Click value: 1/4 MOA
• Elevation adjustment range: 21.82 mrad / 75.00 MOA
• Windage adjustment range: 21.82 mrad / 75.00 MOA
• Eye relief: 94.00 mm - 101.60 mm
• Field of view: 11.20 m/100m - 2.80 m/100m
• Parallax adjustment: Yes - side focus
• Turrets: Capped
• Zero stop: No
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Housing material: aerospace aluminum
• Length: 332.70 mm
• Weight: 530.00 g
• Color: Black

Warranty

2 years. This riflescope is covered by a 2-year warranty.

In the Box

• Lens cloth
• Scope caps