Shilba Safari 1.5-4.5x26

• 1.5-4.5x variable magnification: the low 1.5x setting is fast and forgiving at short distance, while 4.5x gives enough image scale for more deliberate shot placement in typical hunting conditions.
• 26 mm objective lens: balances compact handling with useful brightness, helping the scope stay trim on a hunting rifle without giving up a clear sight picture.
• 30 mm main tube: provides a sturdy mounting platform and a larger internal assembly, which suits practical field use where durability and dependable adjustment matter.
• Capped multi-turn turrets: the capped design protects the settings from accidental movement during transport or stalking, while the multi-turn system still allows meaningful correction when needed.
• Nitrogen-filled construction: helps the optic resist internal fogging during temperature changes, so the image stays usable when moving between vehicles, cover, and open air.

About the Shilba Safari Series

The Shilba Safari series is a hunting-oriented riflescope family built around practical formats rather than one single configuration. The line includes both fixed- and variable-magnification models, giving shooters a choice between straightforward simplicity and broader versatility for changing distances and terrain. Within the family, Shilba has offered versions such as Safari Grade, Safari RD30, and Safari Max, alongside fixed-power Safari models intended for traditional field use.

A recurring theme in the series is a focus on useful hunting features: 30 mm tubes on selected models, nitrogen sealing for resistance to internal fogging, and optical systems described by Shilba as Hi-Resolution II lenses on some variants. Older Safari configurations also included red-dot reticle and illuminated versions, showing that the range was designed to cover everything from fast, close-range shooting to more deliberate aiming in mixed light. In practical terms, the Safari line sits as a functional, field-driven series for hunters who want dependable optics, familiar controls, and model choices that suit different rifles and hunting styles.

About the Shilba Safari 1.5-4.5x26

The Shilba Safari 1.5-4.5x26 is a compact variable-power riflescope aimed at hunters who need one optic to cover short to moderate distances. Its 1.5-4.5x magnification range favors quick target acquisition at the low end while still giving extra precision at the top end for more careful shot placement. That makes it well suited to driven hunting, woodland stalking, and general-purpose use on lightweight hunting rifles where speed matters as much as control.

The 26.00 mm objective lens keeps the scope compact and easy to mount, while the stated 17.30 mm to 5.70 mm exit pupil range supports a comfortable sight picture across the zoom span. A 30 mm tube adds mechanical robustness and gives the scope the proportions many hunters prefer on modern centerfire rifles. The capped turrets are especially practical in the field because they help prevent accidental adjustment when the rifle is carried in a vehicle, scabbard, or sling.

This model is also nitrogen filled, an important detail for real outdoor use where temperature swings can cause internal fogging in lesser optics. With parallax adjustment listed among its features, the scope is configured for shooters who want a cleaner aiming image and better control over apparent reticle movement. Overall, this Safari model emphasizes compact handling, protected controls, and flexible low-power magnification for hunting situations where distances and shooting positions can change quickly.

About Shilba

Shilba traces its origins to 1960, when the brand began as an optical workshop near Osaka, Japan. Its development in sporting optics was shaped further in 1975, when technicians from Argentina traveled to Japan to help develop a riflescope intended for hare hunting. The first two riflescope models, a 4×32 and 4×40, sold out rapidly, establishing the brand early in the field of practical hunting optics.

In 1981, the original factory owner sold the Shilba brand, its expertise, and its contacts to the current owners, marking the start of a broader product expansion. Shilba later extended its reach by exporting to neighboring Latin American countries in 2000 and by entering the Spanish market in 2004. Today, the company’s range covers riflescopes, binoculars, monoculars, spotting scopes, and scope mounts and rings, reflecting a long-standing focus on accessible sporting optics for hunting and outdoor use.

Main Features

• Brand: Shilba
• Series: Shilba Safari
• Made in: China
• Magnification: 1.50 x - 4.50 x
• Objective lens diameter: 26.00 mm
• Exit pupil: 17.30 mm - 5.70 mm
• Turret type: Capped
• Turret turns: MT - Multi Turn
• Turret rotation direction: CCW
• Parallax setting: Yes
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Main tube diameter: 30 mm
• Mounting rail: No
• Color: Black
• Built-in rangefinder: No

Warranty

Shilba covers this riflescope for 5 years. This stated warranty period suits a field optic intended for regular hunting use and adds clear long-term support without relying on open-ended warranty wording.