Description
Crimson Trace built the Hardline Pro line for the tactical and target crowd, and this 4-16x50mm is one of the most useful magnification ranges they offer. You get enough low end at 4x for quicker work and closer targets, then plenty of reach at 16x to stretch things out to a few hundred yards and beyond. The 50mm objective pulls in a lot of light, and the fully multi-coated lenses with Crimson Trace's MOC coatings keep the picture sharp, bright, and easy on the eyes across the zoom range. Field reviewers consistently note the glass performs better than the price tag suggests, with clear target identification well past 500 yards.
What the MR1-MIL Reticle Brings to the Table
This one runs the CT Custom MR1-MIL reticle on the second focal plane, so the reticle stays the same visual size no matter where you set the magnification. The design is clean and uncluttered with a fine center dot, 0.2 mil hash marks on the windage crosshair, and holdover references for elevation. It skips the busy Christmas-tree look, which a lot of folks prefer when they dial elevation and hold for wind. The reticle is glass-etched and illuminated with multiple brightness settings, and there are off positions tucked between each level so you can find your setting fast. Crank it up and it's bright enough to pop in daylight, which is a genuinely handy feature for a scope in this range.
Turrets and Build on the Hardline Pro
The exposed turrets click in 0.1 MIL increments and earn steady praise for being firm, tactile, and easy to count, gloves or not. They're the quick spring-loaded zero reset style, so once you're zeroed you can reset the dial to zero without tools. Testers who ran the elevation up and back down repeatedly reported reliable return to zero. The whole thing is built on a 30mm aerospace aluminum tube that's nitrogen-purged and shock resistant, so fog, moisture, and recoil aren't a concern.
Keep in mind you'll need 30mm rings to mount it, since those are sold separately. Crimson Trace backs the whole Hardline Pro line with a full lifetime warranty, which is a nice safety net for a working optic.
Key Specifications
- Magnification: 4-16x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 50mm
- Tube Diameter: 30mm
- Reticle: CT Custom MR1-MIL (Illuminated, Glass-Etched)
- Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
- Click Value: 0.1 MIL
- Turrets: Exposed, Spring-Loaded Zero Reset
- Eye Relief: 3.6 to 4 in
- Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated (MOC)
- Body Material: Aerospace-Grade Aluminum
- Illumination Battery: CR-2032
- Weight: 25.4 oz
- Finish: Matte Black
- Manufacturer Part Number: 01-01070
- UPC: 810048570485
- Warranty: Crimson Trace Full Lifetime Warranty
What’s Included
- Hardline Pro 4-16x50mm riflescope
- Flip-up scope caps
- Lens cleaning cloth
- Sunshade
- Illumination battery (CR-2032)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hardline Pro 4-16x50mm a first or second focal plane scope?
This model (01-01070) is a second focal plane scope, so the MR1-MIL reticle stays the same visual size regardless of your magnification setting. That means the reticle stays easy to see even at 4x and won't look thin at lower power. The subtension values for holdovers are accurate at the highest magnification, which is standard for SFP optics.
Do I need special rings to mount the Hardline Pro?
Yes, you'll need 30mm scope rings to match the main tube diameter, and those are sold separately. Choose a ring height that gives you proper clearance for the 50mm objective bell over your barrel. Medium or high rings are typical for this size objective depending on your rifle and cheek weld.
How bright is the reticle illumination in daylight?
The MR1-MIL reticle is glass-etched and illuminated with multiple brightness settings, and field testers report the upper settings are visible even in bright daylight conditions. There are off positions between each brightness level so you can quickly return to your preferred setting. Illumination runs on a common CR-2032 battery.
Does the Crimson Trace Hardline Pro hold zero and track well?
Reviewers who ran the elevation turret through its full travel and back repeatedly found it returned to zero consistently. The 0.1 MIL clicks are firm and audible, making them easy to count under field conditions. The spring-loaded zero reset lets you re-index the turret to zero after sighting in without any tools.




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