The Vortex Sonora 4-12x44 is a no-nonsense, budget-friendly hunting scope with the versatile magnification range most deer and varmint hunters need. Its second focal plane Dead-Hold BDC (MOA) reticle gives you holdover points for longer shots, and generous 4-inch eye relief keeps your brow safe under recoil.
Features
- 4-12x magnification with a 44mm objective
- Dead-Hold BDC (MOA) reticle in the second focal plane
- 4.0 inch eye relief
- Capped turrets with 1/4 MOA clicks and 15 MOA per rotation
- 60 MOA of elevation and windage travel
- 1 inch tube; parallax set at 100 yards
- 13.5 inches long, 15.8 ounces
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sonora 4-12x44 best for?
Deer and other big game, plus varmint and target shooting at moderate distances. 4x is wide enough for close shots and 12x helps with smaller targets farther out.
How does the Dead-Hold BDC reticle work?
The hashmarks below the center crosshair give aiming points for bullet drop at longer ranges. Because it is a second focal plane reticle, the holdover values are set at a specific magnification, usually the highest.
What rings do I need?
The Sonora has a 1 inch tube, so use 1 inch rings at a height that clears the 44mm objective over your barrel.
- Brand:
- Vortex Optics
- Model:
- SON-412
- Magnification:
- 4-12x
- Objective Lens:
- 44 mm
- Reticle:
- Dead-Hold BDC (MOA), second focal plane
- Eye Relief:
- 4.0 in
- Field of View:
- 24.7-8.4 ft @ 100 yds
- Tube Size:
- 1 inch
- Adjustments:
- 1/4 MOA, 15 MOA per rotation, capped
- Max Elevation / Windage:
- 60 MOA
- Parallax Setting:
- 100 yds
- Length:
- 13.5 in
- Weight:
- 15.8 oz
Does Los Cazadores offer a warranty? Los Cazadores doesn't issue a separate in-house warranty, but every product we sell is backed by its manufacturer's original warranty. Vortex Optics stands behind its optics with the VIP Warranty, an unlimited, unconditional lifetime warranty, with its own warranty and returns policy. You can view Vortex Optics's warranty for this product here: https://vortexoptics.com/vip-warranty
What we do offer is real customer support behind every sale. Our team of gear guides is available to answer warranty questions, help you start a claim, or track down any documentation the manufacturer requires — before or after your purchase. If something comes up with your gear, reach out to Los Cazadores and we'll make sure you get taken care of.
