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need recommendations for a 1-6x or 1-8x scope
Posted on 8/24/22 at 7:53 am
Posted on 8/24/22 at 7:53 am
looking for something to replace a red dot that will provide some magnification for longer shots. I've been looking hard at the Vortex Strike Eagle in 1-8x but seeing quite a wide variety of reviews on them.
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Posted on 8/24/22 at 8:05 am to LoneStarTiger
I’ve had great luck out of my primary arms.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 8:23 am to LoneStarTiger
I like my SwampFoxes.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 8:26 am to LoneStarTiger
CDS dial is untuitive and fast...I prefer cleaner reticle vs the Vortex clutter.. not quite magnification range you asked about but, IMO, ability to accurately dial is more useful than couple extra pwr
Leupold 1.5-5x20
Leupold 1.5-5x20
Posted on 8/24/22 at 8:29 am to LoneStarTiger
Swampfox arrowhead is fantastic.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 9:05 am to LoneStarTiger
I think several of those are made in the same factory, the reticle is about the only difference. Love LVPO's, never use red dots anymore.
I have an Atibal 1-8x I got from Optics Planet for $299, its just fine.
Swampfox, atibal, Primary Rrms...probably very similar with slight proprietary changes.
I have an Atibal 1-8x I got from Optics Planet for $299, its just fine.
Swampfox, atibal, Primary Rrms...probably very similar with slight proprietary changes.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 9:32 am to LoneStarTiger
to be mounted on a pistol, 30-30, SBR for shots < 100 yds ?
I would call Doug or one of his CS specialists at Camera Land USA. Extremely knowledgeable and their prices are hard to beat ... no tax and no shipping charges ! His prices are very cheap since he buys in huge volume with little mark-up cost. Camera Land clearance and specials Use the filter to specify scope options ... 1x6, 1x8, etc... I've been a customer for 20+ years and have spent thousands and never been disappointed.
I would call Doug or one of his CS specialists at Camera Land USA. Extremely knowledgeable and their prices are hard to beat ... no tax and no shipping charges ! His prices are very cheap since he buys in huge volume with little mark-up cost. Camera Land clearance and specials Use the filter to specify scope options ... 1x6, 1x8, etc... I've been a customer for 20+ years and have spent thousands and never been disappointed.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 9:51 am to LoneStarTiger
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1-6x or 1-8x scope
Those big mag ranges are tempting, but nothing's free. In general a $300 1-4x is going to be noticeably better than a $300 1-8x, so if you can live with a lower magnification range you'll get a better scope for the money.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 10:26 am to LoneStarTiger
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Vortex Strike Eagle in 1-8x but seeing quite a wide variety of reviews on them.
I have one and it sucks if you zoom over 3x. I’d go Leupold or primary arms. Probably my most disappointing scope for the money I paid for it.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 10:36 am to LoneStarTiger
I'd try to find a used Vortex Viper 1-6. Vortex is a great company and you won't beat the Viper for the money.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 11:45 am to LoneStarTiger
Safe to say you're wanting to keep it under $500?
I have 2 1-8 but one is a Trijicon and the other is a Nightforce, either I'd highly recommend.
One thing I will say, save your money. A higher end Vortex, Leupold, or Nightforce will be much better glass than something sub $500
I have 2 1-8 but one is a Trijicon and the other is a Nightforce, either I'd highly recommend.
One thing I will say, save your money. A higher end Vortex, Leupold, or Nightforce will be much better glass than something sub $500
Posted on 8/24/22 at 1:24 pm to LoneStarTiger
Eurooptic has a 20% off Sig optics sale going on right now may want to check it out.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 4:37 pm to LoneStarTiger
If you are keeping it to sub 100 yards you are probably better off with less magnification and getting better glass.
Posted on 8/24/22 at 5:35 pm to LoneStarTiger
Delta Stryker HD 1-6. Made at same factory in Japan as a lot of other high end scopes such as vortex and trijicon. Same glass just a small company. Same exact turrets as trijicon credo and similar brightness, FOV, and disappearing scope body to the Razor 1-6. Some awesome videos on them on YouTube and you can find them for around $850
Posted on 8/24/22 at 5:46 pm to LoneStarTiger
Posted on 8/24/22 at 6:07 pm to LoneStarTiger
I'd grab a swampfox arrowhead. If you add a shirt to cart direct they ship for free. Usually you can find a discount code online to put the price in line with the cheapest online vendors.
Vortex is a great company to deal with and they honor their warranty. Swampfox is just better. Both companies have really improved budget optics.
Vortex is a great company to deal with and they honor their warranty. Swampfox is just better. Both companies have really improved budget optics.
Posted on 8/25/22 at 10:05 am to LoneStarTiger
I bought a Burris RT6 for my .35. It’s an impressive little scope. Adjustable illuminated reticle is the tits.
Posted on 8/25/22 at 8:19 pm to LoneStarTiger
I would say vortex, I absolutely love my Vcog but I did not think it through. It’s essentially a acog that goes from 1-6x it’s clear and I love it. But when I’m trying to get precise shots it just come up short. The main reticle is to thick inside 100yards and is great for its intended use. Quickly getting rounds on target, but not precise at all.
U have to pick a specific caliber and grain & then your stuck.
If I could do it again I would go Leopold lite 1-6, or a vortex 1-6
U have to pick a specific caliber and grain & then your stuck.
If I could do it again I would go Leopold lite 1-6, or a vortex 1-6
This post was edited on 8/25/22 at 8:25 pm
Posted on 8/26/22 at 7:58 am to LoneStarTiger
As far as rifle optics, buy once cry once. I tried to go on the cheap and was never satisfied. Go ahead and make the investment in quality glass. Even if you have to save up for it.
A quality 1-4, 1-5, 1-6 will outperform a budget 1-8 on clarity alone.
A quality 1-4, 1-5, 1-6 will outperform a budget 1-8 on clarity alone.
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