The Hawke Frontier ED X 15-35x56 Compact Spotting Scope is designed for users who want a smaller spotting scope without giving up useful magnification or dependable optical quality. Its angled compact format makes it easy to pack for day trips, travel and regular field use, while the 56mm objective keeps the overall size manageable.

Compact format for field use

This Hawke Frontier Scope is built around portability. The lightweight construction, compact body and included Arca-Swiss tripod adapter make it straightforward to carry, mount and use in changing locations. For birdwatchers and nature observers who move frequently between viewpoints, this makes it a practical alternative to larger spotting scopes.

ED optics for cleaner, sharper viewing

Hawke uses Extra-Low Dispersion glass, lanthanum ocular glass, and a phase corrected BAK-4 roof prism to improve image quality across the zoom range. These elements work together to support strong clarity, good colour accuracy and sharp detail, which is especially useful when identifying birds, scanning distant landscapes or observing fine features in the field.

Wide, immersive view

The super wide-angle optical design helps deliver a broad viewing experience, with a field of view rated at 210-110ft at 1000 yards. This is helpful when tracking movement or locating subjects before increasing magnification. The flat-field approach also supports a more consistent image across the frame.

Bright optics with practical zoom range

The 15-35x magnification range gives you flexibility for both general scanning and closer observation, while the fully multi-coated optical system is designed to maintain brightness and contrast. At lower powers, the larger exit pupil is more forgiving for extended viewing, while higher magnifications allow you to inspect distant detail more closely when conditions allow.

Fast handling and comfortable viewing

A barrel focus ring keeps operation simple and direct, which is useful when making quick focus adjustments outdoors. The twist-up eyecup adds comfort for longer sessions and helps users find a stable viewing position, whether observing from hides, coastal paths or open countryside.

Built for changing conditions

This compact spotting scope is nitrogen purged, waterproof and fog proof, giving it the durability expected for regular outdoor observation. It is intended for real field use rather than occasional fair-weather outings, making it a dependable option for birdwatching and general nature observation throughout the year.

• 15-35x56
• ED glass optical system
• Lanthanum ocular glass
• Super wide angle optics
• Phase corrected BAK-4 roof prism
• Wide band, fully multi-coated lenses
• Field of view: 70-36.7m @1000m range
• Close focus: 4m
• Eye relief: 18mm
• Exit pupil: 3.7-1.6mm
• Weight: 1005g
• Length: 265mm
• Barrel focus ring
• Twist-up eyecup
• Compatible with Hawke smartphone adapter
• 1/4 inch - 20 UNC tripod mounting thread
• Nitrogen purged, waterproof and fog proof
• Supplied with Arca-Swiss tripod adapter