Wedjat Optics designs and manufactures precision optics for crossbow hunters and rifle shooters, including scopes with first focal plane reticles and integrated laser rangefinders. Its Orion scope features a patented ballistic trajectory calculation system that displays aiming and drop points for accurate shots. The company offers a range of Chakra rifle scopes with magnification options from 1-8x to 5-25x, backed by a lifetime warranty.
Funding
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Problem
Crossbow and rifle shooters often struggle with accurate holdovers and trajectory calculations, particularly at varying distances and magnifications. Traditional scopes require shooters to manually estimate ballistic drop, which is error-prone and challenging for beginners, leading to missed shots and reduced confidence in the field.
Solution
Wedjat Optics provides precision-engineered scopes that simplify aiming through advanced optical and ballistic technology. The Orion scope integrates a built-in laser rangefinder with a patented ballistic trajectory calculation system that automatically displays both the aiming point and ballistic drop point based on user-input bolt velocity and ballistic coefficient. The RA 2-7x36FFP crossbow scope uses a first focal plane reticle to maintain accurate holdovers at any magnification, while the Chakra rifle scope series offers purpose-built magnification ranges and advanced reticle systems for various shooting scenarios.
Target Audience
Wedjat Optics targets crossbow hunters, rifle shooters, and marksmen who need reliable, user-friendly scopes for hunting and target shooting applications.
Features
- Patented ballistic trajectory calculation system that displays aiming and ballistic drop points for accurate shots
- Built-in laser rangefinder with effective range up to 500 yards and ballistic calculation up to 100 yards
- First focal plane reticle design for consistent holdovers across magnification ranges
- Illuminated red/green reticle options with multi green coating for enhanced light transmission
- Fully waterproof and fogproof construction with 30mm tube diameter for durability
- Adjustable elevation and windage up to ±60' with ½ MOA click adjustments
- MOA reticle options with CR2032 battery-powered illumination