Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Vanguard Launches Endeavor RS IV Illuminated Riflescopes at SHOT Show

Vanguard will launch new riflescopes in the Endeavor RS series at the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. All the new riflescopes as well as additional new products from Vanguard will be on display at Booth No. 14825

 

Whitmore Lake, MI; To the benefit of hunters and shooters worldwide who are looking for quality and excellent value, Vanguard Outdoors introduces even more NEW Endeavor RS IV riflescopes.  Recently announced the Vanguard Endeavor RS IV 5-20x50 Riflescope offers precision and accuracy for the long range target or varmint enthusiast. The Endeavor RS IV delivers an impressive 4X Zoom factor with a lower scale 5X magnification for those closer applications and an impressive 20X magnification for shot placement on longer distance targets.  The 50MM Objective Lens delivers superb resolution, high performance and the capability to execute even in extreme low light.  To augment the long distance portfolio Vanguard also introduces the Endeavor RS IV 4-16x50 and RS IV 4-16x44 models.  Ideal for the hunter wanting the all-inclusive magnification range covering applications in close cover to the opposite hillside and beyond.  The 50MM objective offers the same high performance while the 4-16x44 is ideally suited for those wanting a compact and lower profile version.

 

Optical Design:

Raise Your Glass: As with all Endeavor riflescopes the new Endeavor 5-20x50, 4-16x50 and 4-16x44 contain premium HOYA ED glass with advanced Multiguard® multi-coating technology on every glass to air surface for superior resolution, clarity, color fidelity and light transmission. Each 30MM riflescope tube is manufactured for durability from solid bar stock and choice grade T6061 aluminum with a premium hard anodized finish to withstand the most adverse conditions and punishing use in rough terrain.  On the front end of the scopes are 50MM and 44MM Objective Lenses to allow for superb light gathering ability even in adverse field conditions.  The rapid focus eyepiece allows the shooter to fine tune the reticle and the image quality for a razor sharp sight picture.  All turret adjustments are in ¼ MOA click values and every scope is nitrogen purged and completely sealed against water, fog, dust and debris and come with the Vanguard Premium Lifetime Warranty.  As a bonus each of the Endeavor RS IV riflescopes are packaged with a premium neoprene protective cover, a set of flip up lens covers and a premium lens cloth. 

 

Features and Function:

The NEW Endeavor RS IV 5-20x50 is an operational leader for target shooting, varmint and predator hunting, and for sizing up any restricting details on antler size.  The 5-20X50MM platform is the perfect riflescope to accompany your time spent in a favorite whitetail stand near a bean field or while watching down the path or shooting lane of a sendero.  Advanced illuminated reticle patterns are offered in a Duplex and the NEW Dispatch™ Varmint ballistic reticle.  All Vanguard Dispatch™ reticles are designed by life-long shooters and optical engineers to deliver fast target holdover in an uncomplicated, user-friendly system.  The Dispatch™ Varmint works for close encounters and also accelerates with speed and precision to encompass longer distance shooting requirements. The Dispatch™ Varmint reticle is the ultimate close to long distance reticle specifically designed for the popular fast moving calibers like the .22-250 REM, .220 Swift, and .204 Ruger. The Dispatch™ Varmint is specifically designed around the popular high velocity and lower bullet weights.  A 200 yard zero provides a smooth transition from zero to 600 yards. The reticle subtensions are a crisp and clean .125 MOA for fine shot placement on small targets.  All the above are augmented by a large 50MM objective lens size and illuminated reticle system that will eliminate any shooter sacrifice in low light situations afield.  Also available to will be a matching matte black 2.5 inch 50MM sunshade to help improve target visibility by combating any unwanted glint or distracting glare from the sun.

 

The NEW Endeavor RS IV 4-16x50 and 4-16x44 are extremely versatile with a power range that encompasses any hunting or shooting application.  Advanced illuminated reticle patterns are offered in a Duplex and the NEW Dispatch™ 600 and Dispatch™800 ballistic reticles.  AllVanguard Dispatch™ reticles are designed by life-long shooters and optical engineers to deliver fast target holdover in an uncomplicated, user-friendly system.  The Dispatch™ 600 is designed around standard hunting calibers like the .243 Win, .270 Win, .308 Win, .30-06 Spring while theDispatch™ 800 reticle is the ultimate close to long distance reticle specifically designed for the popular magnum calibers like the .270 Wby Mag, .270 WSM, .300 Win Mag, .300 Wby Mag, .300 RUM, .338 RUM etc. A 200 yard zero provides a smooth and calculated transition from zero to 600 or 800 yards. The reticle subtensions have a crisp and clean .250 MOA for fine shot placement on the longer distance targets while keeping a .350 MOA for those closer shots in low light.  All the above are augmented by ED glass, large objective lens sizes and an illuminated reticle system for low light situations afield.  Also available will be a matching matte black 2.5 inch 50MM sunshade accessory.

 

Holdover:

All Vanguard Endeavor riflescopes with the second image plane Dispatch™ reticle require being set to a specific magnification settings referred to as the Optimized Power Setting (OPS) to successfully use the holdover function.  An online ballistic calculator is available on the Vanguard website.  Visit (www.vanguardworld.us) to obtain the OPS and the correct reticle bullet drop calibration. The Dispatch™ ballistic calculator computes external input data like caliber, bullet weight, velocity, ballistic coefficient, elevation, temperature, humidity etc. to generate and display the OPS and the actual bullet drop at each distance.  All variables are combined to give the shooter the best possible result in speed and accuracy.  Dispatch™ reticles can be used in conjunction with almost any factory or hand load combination.  Factory ammo will be continually updated as new loads are introduced from the various ammunition manufacturers.

 

Model Availability & Pricing:

Endeavor RS IV

52050D             Duplex                          30MM               Illuminated                    $649.99

52050DSV         Dispatch Varmint           30MM               Illuminated                    $669.99

41650D             Duplex                          30MM               Illuminated                    $529.99

41650DS6         Dispatch 600                 30MM               Illuminated                    $549.99

41650DS8         Dispatch 800                 30MM               Illuminated                    $549.99

41644D             Duplex                          30MM               Illuminated                    $439.99

41644DS6         Dispatch 600                 30MM               Illuminated                    $459.99

41644DS8         Dispatch 800                 30MM               Illuminated                    $459.99

           

 

About Vanguard:

VANGUARD is recognized worldwide for its quality outdoor product portfolio with an in depth application crossover developed to match multiple consumer needs afield.  We are the manufacturer and the brand and have been so for over 30 years.  With US Headquarters in Michigan, theEndeavor RS IV is an extension of our growing product lines, product support and expertise, and people dedicated to delivering superior service and quality. These scopes offer a price performance that is in a class by itself.

 

Please check the Vanguard website for complete model availability options and full detail at www.vanguardworld.us

The Dispatch™ Ballistic Reticle calculator can also be located and operated free of charge at www.dispatchreticle.com

 

VANGUARD and its award-winning camera accessories and sporting optics empower hundreds of thousands of photographers and outdoor enthusiasts around the world, every day. The brand’s photo-video tripods, ball heads, bags, binoculars, spotting scopes and riflescopes are available in 76 countries. As both the designer and the manufacturer, the brand is committed to listening to the brand’s fans about product needs and wants is the heart of the company’s success.

 

 

Media Contact

Josh Pawlak

Director of Global Marketing, Vanguard

800-875-3322 x134

josh.pawlak@vanguardworld.us