Black Friday Rifle Scope Deals 2026: Optics Picks

The best buy to watch for during the sale is a quality first focal plane scope such as the Vortex Viper PST Gen II 5-25x50, with a laser rangefinder and a pair of binoculars close behind. Optics are the big-ticket items sale shoppers watch, and a good scope is the one purchase you should not skimp on. This guide covers rifle scopes, rangefinders, spotting scopes and binoculars, red dots, and the mounts and range gear that go with them.

What is worth buying on Black Friday

Eight picks across the categories below, from budget to premium. Check the current price on the product page before you buy.

• Premium scope: Vortex Viper PST Gen II 5-25x50 for long-range work.
• Mid-range scope: Primary Arms SLX 3-18x50 FFP or Arken SH4 4-16x50 for a precision rifle on a budget.
• Budget hunting scope: Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 for a deer rifle.
• Mid-range LPVO: Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x24 for a carbine or a hog rifle.
• Mid-range rangefinder: Vortex Diamondback HD 2000.
• Budget rangefinder: Vortex Triumph HD 850.
• Mid-range spotting scope: Vortex Diamondback HD 20-60x85.
• Range gear: Garmin Xero C1 Pro chronograph or a Vortex tripod kit.

Black Friday rifle scope deals: what to look for

Pick the scope for the rifle and the distance, not for the discount. A hunting rifle that never shoots past 300 yards does not need a 25 power scope. A precision rifle needs a first focal plane reticle and tracking you can trust. Read how to choose scope magnification, then compare models in best rifle scopes and best long range rifle scopes.

Whatever you choose, budget for good rings and a proper mounting. A great scope on a loose mount is a bad scope.

What to skip: Very cheap scopes sold with a mount. The glass is usually dim and the adjustments wander, so you end up buying twice.

More: best 1-6x scopes, best hunting scopes and best first focal plane scopes.

Black Friday rangefinder deals

A laser rangefinder is one of the most useful pieces of optics gear, and it is also among the items hunters watch for in sales. Check the maximum range on reflective targets and on deer-sized game, because the headline number is for a reflective object. Read best laser rangefinders for how models compare.

What to skip: Golf rangefinders for hunting. They are not made for animals and often lack an angle compensation display.

Black Friday spotting scope and binocular deals

Binoculars and spotting scopes are everyday tools on a range day and a hunt. A 10x42 binocular is the common all-around choice. A spotting scope is worth it for seeing your target holes at distance. Many of the best models are brand names, so check best spotting scopes and best hunting binoculars, and plan on a tripod for any spotting scope.

What to skip: Compact 8x21 binoculars for glassing. They are dim in low light, when it matters most.

Black Friday red dot sight deals

Red dots are a cheap, durable upgrade for carbines, shotguns and close-range rifles. See best red dot sights for the options.

Black Friday mounts, rings and range gear

Rings and mounts are the most overlooked part of an optic. Use rings that match your scope tube and an alignment kit, then torque everything to spec; the scope mounting kits page covers the tools, and scope rings covers the rings.

Is Black Friday a good time to buy a rifle scope?

It can be. Scopes, rangefinders and binoculars are the kind of big-ticket optics sale shoppers tend to watch, and last year's models are where deals most often appear. Rings, caps and lens cleaning gear are cheap enough that the savings are small.

Decide the scope you need first: magnification, reticle, focal plane and tube size. Then check the current price on the exact model. Do not buy a bigger scope than your rifle and your shooting distance need. If a hunting season is coming, order early so you have time to mount it and confirm your zero. The ring height calculator and exit pupil calculator help you match optics to your rifle.

Shop Amazon's Black Friday deals

Amazon's deals page shows what is live right now. These searches jump straight to each category:

Shop Amazon's Black Friday deals

• Rifle scopes
• Laser rangefinders
• Spotting scopes
• Binoculars 10x42
• Red dot sights
• Scope rings and mounts
• Thermal and night vision optics
• Hearing protection for the range

For setup help, see how to choose a riflescope and the setups.

Frequently asked questions

When does Black Friday start on Amazon?

Amazon usually runs its Black Friday event over the week of Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday, and some early deals appear before that. Check the deals page to see what is live.

Are rifle scopes cheaper on Black Friday?

Some may be. Optics are a popular sale category, but deals depend on the model and seller. Check the current price on the product page and compare it with the scope you actually need.

Should I wait for Cyber Monday to buy a scope or rangefinder?

Not usually. Deals tend to run across the whole week, so buy when you find the right model at a price you are comfortable with. If you are buying for a hunting season, leave time to mount and sight in.

What is the best rifle scope to buy on sale?

The best scope is the one that fits your rifle and distance. A 3-9x40 suits most hunting, a 1-6x suits a carbine, and a 5-25x first focal plane suits long range. Pick the type first, then watch the sale.

Do I need new rings with a new scope?

Usually yes. Rings must match the scope tube diameter, and the height depends on your objective lens and rifle. The scope mounting kit tools help you mount it properly.