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The DOA reticle gives hunters a series of aiming points that correspond to various black powder and centerfire loads. These aiming points, combined with our innovative Rack Bracket, allows hunters to expand their effective range while also aiding in field judging whitetail or mule deer at extended distances. Bushnell would like to stress that these tools are only as good as the time spent practicing with them. Nothing can replace quality firing range time and becoming comfortable shooting at each of the prescribed yardages, while noting bullet placement. It is imperative for the hunter to spend time at the range, gaining familiarity with the reticle and how it works with their firearm and bullet load. Ballistic performance can vary depending upon a number of factors, including barrel length, powder type, bullet type, and numerous weather/atmosphere related variables. Scopes with the DOA 250 are designed to be sighted-in at 100 yds, with aiming points every 50 yds, out to 250 yds. The top of the reticle’s bottom post represent approximately 300 yds. The shooter can use either .45 or .50 cal ammunition, and either 100 grains or 150 grains of Triple 7 pellets. The ballistic chart provided below is an abbreviated version of the more complete one available online at: http://www.bushnell.com/customer_service/ manuals/rifle.cfm.

The scope must also be set to the proper magnification for the reticle’s ballistic feature to function properly. In the case of a 3-9x 40mm scope, the power change ring must be set at 9x for the ballistic function and Rack Bracket to work correctly. DOA 6LIM.indd 2 1/5/09 12:02:20 PM DOA 250 In-Line Muzzleloaders Based on a 100-yard zero and the ballistics of the most common magnum loads for in-lines. 150 yds. 200 yds. 250 yds.

DOA 6LIM.indd 3 1/5/09 12:02:21 PM .45 c .45 c .50 c How To Use the Reticle:

1. Sight in at 100 yds on any magnification setting

2. Determine distance to target. For the best accuracy in determining distance, utilize a Bushnell Laser

Rangefinder (Scout 1000 ARC, Legend 1200 ARC).

3. Set the scope’s magnification to 9x (9 power).

4. Place the appropriate aiming point on the desired target. If the target was determined to be at 175 yds,

hold directly between the 150 yd aiming point and the 200 yd aiming point. .50 c .50 c .45 c .45 c .45 c .50 c .50 c .50 c .50 c .50 c .50 c

DOA 6LIM.indd 4 1/5/09 12:02:21 PM 100 yd Sight-In 150 yd Sight-In 150 yd Mark 200 yd Mark 250 yd Mark 300 yd Mark 150 yd Mark 200 yd Mark 250 yd Mark 300 yd Mark BC=.176 100 grains

.45 cal 225 gr HP Copper Clad BC=.176 150 grains

.50 cal 245 gr HP Copper Clad BC=.140 150 grains

.50 cal 295 gr HP Copper Clad BC=.168 150 grains

.50 cal 348 gr HP Copper Clad BC=.198 150 grains .45 cal 225 gr HP Copper Clad

.45 cal 225 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.211 150 grains

.45 cal 275 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.258 150 grains

.45 cal 300 Platinum AeroTip BC=.278 100 grains

.50 cal 223 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.142 150 grains

.50 cal 245 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.161 150 grains

.50 cal 270 Platinum AeroTip BC=.192 150 grains

.50 cal 295 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.186 100 grains

.50 cal 295 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.186 150 grains

.50 cal 300 gr Platinum AeroTip BC=.214 150 grains

DOA 6LIM.indd 5 1/5/09 12:02:21 PM THE DOA 600 RETICLE – For Centerfire Rifles Designed to be used with today’s most popular centerfire rifle cartridges, the DOA 600 reticle is intended to be sighted in at 100 yards, and provides aiming points at every 100 yd increment, out to 600 yds. The user can sight-in at 100 yds on any magnification setting, but for the ballistic reticle feature to function properly, the scope’s magnification must be set to the correct power. The correct settings for the scopes that include the DOA reticle are as follows: Use this power setting: 12x 16x 20x

DOA 6LIM.indd 6 1/5/09 12:02:21 PM DOA 600 Centerfire Rifles Based on a 100-yard zero and the ballistics of the most common magnum loads for in-lines. With MOA dots as the long-range aiming points, the DOA offers a higher level of precision than competing extended-yardage reticles. 200 yds. 300 yds. 400 yds. 500 yds. 650 yds.

DOA 6LIM.indd 7 1/5/09 12:02:23 PM How To Use the Reticle:

1. Sight in at 100 yds on any magnification setting

2. Determine distance to target. For the best accuracy in determining distance, utilize a Bushnell

Laser Rangefinder (Scout 1000 ARC, Legend 1200 ARC).

3. Set the magnification to the appropriate setting.

4. Place appropriate aiming point on the desired target. If the target is determined to be at 350 yds,

• hold directly between the 300 yd aiming point and the 400 yd aiming point The DOA 600 reticle will work with any of the following ammunition loads: .223 Win 55 gr .7mm WSM, 150 gr p. 243
• Win, 95 gr p. 30
• -06 Sprg, 150 gr p. 25
• -06 Rem 115 gr .300 Winchester Mag, 180 gr p. 270
• Win, 130 gr p. 300
• WSM, 180 gr p. 270
• WSM, 150 gr p. 338
• Win, 200 gr mm Rem Mag, 150 gr. p. 7

DOA 6LIM.indd 8 1/5/09 12:02:23 PM This is only a partial list of the ammunition that the reticle is ballistically matched to. For a complete list of all ammunition compatible with the DOA 600 reticle technology, please visit: http://www.bushnell.com/customer_service/manuals/rifle.cfm In an effort to help hunters, Bushnell looked at issues that had confronted many of them in the field. Field judging deer, especially via magnified view, can be exceedingly difficult. To help with the field judging of whitetails and mule deer we have incorporated a series of lines that extend out from each aiming point. Each lines measures 24 inches at the respective distance. There will also be two “hash marks” on each line that measure 17 inches between them. Why did we choose 24” and 17”? After extensive research it was determined that 24 inches represents the average width of a mule deer’s ears and 17 inches was the average width of a whitetail’s ears. Given proper time to judge an animal, a hunter can now get an estimate of rack width, and possibly even tine length. Rack Bracket estimations are for reference only and may not be exact. Make note that it is the sole responsibility of the hunter to make the final determination on any animal they decide to harvest. Please refer to your local and/or state regulations regarding antler width standards for harvested animals. It is the hunters responsibility to be knowledgeable of and abide by all game regulations.

DOA 6LIM.indd 9 1/5/09 12:02:23 PM The Rack Bracket System Size him up and put him down with the Rack Bracket. Based on scope set at highest power. For example, a 3-9x scope would need to be at 9x for Rack Bracket accuracy. 24" – All extended yardage crosshairs measure 24," the tip-to-tip distance between an average mule deer’s ears. Judgement – Use the 24" and 17" measurements to gauge the buck’s width. If the ears fit, you have an accurate estimation of range. 17" – The hash marks on each extended-yardage crosshair indicate the distance between an average whitetail’s ears.

DOA 6LIM.indd 10 1/5/09 12:02:24 PM

1. Determine the distance to a whitetail or mule deer. For the most accurate distance measurement,

use a Bushnell Laser Rangefinder (for best results, a model with angle range compensation (ARC) is recommended- for example, the Scout 1000 ARC, Legend 1200 ARC, etc).

2. Turn the scope’s power ring to the appropriate position.

3. If the distance matches one of the prescribed aiming points you can utilize the Rack Bracket to

DOA 6LIM.indd 11 1/5/09 12:02:24 PM FRENCH INSTRUCTIONS GENERALES .45 cal 300 AeroTip Platine BC=.278 100 grains

.50 cal 270 AeroTip Platine BC=.192 150 grains

.50 cal 300 gr AeroTip Platine BC=.214 150 grains

DOA 6LIM.indd 15 1/5/09 12:02:25 PM 200 yardas 300 yardas 400 yardas 500 yardas 650 yardas

DOA 6LIM.indd 27 1/5/09 12:02:28 PM .45 cal 300 Platinum AeroTip BC=.278 100 Grain

.50 cal 270 Platinum AeroTip BC=.192 150 Grain

.50 cal 300 gr Platinum AeroTip BC=.214 150 Grain

DOA 6LIM.indd 35 1/5/09 12:02:30 PM 200 yard 300 yard 400 yard 500 yard 650 yard

DOA 6LIM.indd 37 1/5/09 12:02:30 PM cal .45 225 gr HP ricoperta in rame BC=.176 100 grani

cal .45 cal 225 gr HP ricoperta in rame BC=.176 150 grani

cal .50 245 gr HP ricoperta in rame BC=.140 150 grani

cal .50 295 gr HP ricoperta in rame BC=.168 150 grani

cal .50 348 gr HP ricoperta in rame BC=.198 150 grani

cal .45 225 gr AeroTip ricoperta in rame BC=.211 150 grani

cal .45 275 gr AeroTip ricoperta in rame BC=.258 150 grani

cal .50 223 gr Aero Tip ricoperta in rame BC=.142 150 grani

cal .50 245 gr AeroTip ricoperta in rame BC=.161 150 grani

cal .50 295 gr AeroTip ricoperta in rame BC=.186 100 grani

cal .50 295 gr AeroTip ricoperta in rame BC=.186 150 grani

.45 cal 225 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.211 150 grãos

.45 cal 275 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.258 150 grãos

.50 cal 245 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.161 150 grãos

.50 cal 295 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.186 100 grãos

.50 cal 295 gr Copper Clad AeroTip BC=.186 150 grãos

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