The Scope Bumper - A New Approach To Scope Covers

Eric B
by Eric B

The Scope BumperĀ is a new take on the traditional scope cover, designed not only to protect the lenses but also to shield the optic housing from impacts and contact during field use. The system consists of three parts that work together to protect the scope from end impacts and incidental bumps. The outer cover and cap are made from a carbon fiber polymer that provides structural durability, helping to protect the lens and bell housing from hard objects or obstacles.

Most models include an internal bumper made from a strong, pliable, and shock-absorbing material that resists tearing and deformation. This component extends over much of the bell housing, helping to cushion the optic from direct impacts and glancing blows. The front section is thicker and compressible, intended to absorb force that might otherwise damage the housing or lens.

All materials are tested for durability, UV stability, and corrosion resistance. The retention bands are made from a stretchable, wear-resistant material chosen for compatibility with the design.

Unlike many traditional scope covers, the Scope Bumper has a low-profile, folding cap design that minimizes interference with the shooter’s field of view. The cap snaps shut with light pressure and opens with a finger flick, remaining folded close to the scope body when open. This feature is particularly useful on optics where the ocular housing rotates with magnification adjustment.

Compact models use a one-piece, non-folding cap designed to fit closely against the scope tube, while certain versions omit the bumper section entirely for use on compact LPVOs with limited clearance in front of the mounting rings. These models attach in a similar manner to weapon light covers.

The Scope Bumper is available in half-millimeter size increments to fit a wide range of optics, and they also provide a search tool so you can find yours. The manufacturer states that users can contact them directly for custom-fit options if their scope model is not listed.

I haven’t tried to confirm it, but these folding caps are said to be useful for scopes where the ocular housing rotates when you change magnification.

The smallest Scope Bumper covers use a single-piece, non-folding cap design similar in size to the turrets on most small form-factor scopes, so they hide away tucked up close to the main tube.

There are also versions without a bumper for compact LPVOs where there is very little room for an objective cover in front of the mounting rings.

The price is stated to be in the region between $49.95 and $94.95.

Apart from what you’ve just seen, they also have Weapon Light CoversĀ and a whole lot of other clever products. 3D printing can really accomplish so many new cool things. What do you think of these?

For more information, check out: https://scopebumper.com/

Eric B
Eric B

Ex-Arctic Ranger. Competitive practical shooter and hunter with a European focus. Always ready to increase my collection of modern semi-automatics, optics, thermals and suppressors. TCCC Certified. Occasionaly seen in a 6x6 Bug Out Vehicle, always with a big smile.

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  • Ape Ape 4 days ago

    Looks like they took the idea from One Hundred Concepts and added complexity. They've been doing caps like this for some time.

  • Niki lauda Niki lauda 3 days ago

    I used to improvise something like this using "bikini" covers and duct tape...

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