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Yes they are black crosshairs without batteries

Yes, they just appear as Black without batteries. ((Features and Specifications)): - Manufacturer Number: STP3942GV2 - NcSTAR Mark III Tactical Series - 3-9x42 Tactical Scope - P4 Sniper Reticle - 1/2 MOA - 36.8'-12' FOV at 100 Yards - 2" Eye Relief - 17.3 oz - 7.5" Length - Black Finish - Green Lens Coating - Locking Quick Release mount. More compact QR Lever - Scope Centerline height raised to AR15 1.5" scope height - More comfortable scope height for AR15s and more room for low profile Rear BUIS - Lowered BDC Turret height, for lower mounting height - Variable Power 3X-9X Magnification - Dual Illuminate Reticle in Blue and Green, with multiple brightness settings for each color - 100-500 yard Bullet Drop Compensator (BDC) calibrated for M193 55gr. FMJ Mil-Spec ammo - Quick Focus Eyepiece - Fully Multi Coated Lenses - Integrated Slant Cut Sun Shade - Black Anodized exterior finish - Includes lens covers and batteries.

Hi John, Yes they're visible without the batteries.

Yes, they just appear as "Black" without batteries. ((Features and Specifications)): - Manufacturer Number: STP3942GV2 - NcSTAR Mark III Tactical Series - 3-9x42 Tactical Scope - P4 Sniper Reticle - 1/2 MOA - 36.8'-12' FOV at 100 Yards - 2" Eye Relief - 17.3 oz - 7.5" Length - Black Finish - Green Lens Coating - Locking Quick Release mount. More compact QR Lever - Scope Centerline height raised to AR15 1.5" scope height - More comfortable scope height for AR15s and more room for low profile Rear BUIS - Lowered BDC Turret height, for lower mounting height - Variable Power 3X-9X Magnification - Dual Illuminate Reticle in Blue and Green, with multiple brightness settings for each color - 100-500 yard Bullet Drop Compensator (BDC) calibrated for M193 55gr. FMJ Mil-Spec ammo - Quick Focus Eyepiece - Fully Multi Coated Lenses - Integrated Slant Cut Sun Shade - Black Anodized exterior finish - Includes lens covers and batteries.