Doug has the Bushnell 300 AR FFP for $139. This is an interesting option. The RT-6 is phenomenal for the money. You should be able to merge the shot-group with a hold-over line through adjustments to the scopes magnification (see below). You could always run an offset red dot as well. Edit or delete it, then start writing. These lightweight aluminum rings are designed for ARs. by DRZ-400S Wed Jul 08, 2015 9:01 pm, Post The quiet subsonic bullet hit its mark and flattened him on the spot with an audible impact. Learn more about our Return Shooting report soon. Their scope line is especially diverse, encompassing everything from entry-level versions to high-end tactical models. you will need some form of ballistics calculator to establish the ranges for your round. Much better glass quality than the strike series. Reviews on Optics Plant were excellent too. Can't wait going on one of my 308 PA-10's. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XD6G7Kcolid=BP7PFUO87O7S&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it, https://cameralandny.com/shop/bushnblackout/3a6ac050-ab40-0137-4a19-00163ecd2826, https://www.snipershide.com/shooting/threads/recommendation-for-1-6-lpvo.6934335/, Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x24 Riflescope and Vortex Sport Cantilever 30mm Ring Mount, 2-Inch Offset. I ran into this happy situation with another Vortex scope provided for a review; a 4.5-1644 Diamondback Tactical (read the review). If using both load options, zero per above with the supersonic load (+ 1 at 100 yards works). But, as far as Im concerned, these boxes have already been checked through several years of use, to include various loads and critters. I like the Burris RT-6 1-6 at that price range. He says the eye relief is so much better and the glass is clearer. by jcomar1 Thu Jul 09, 2015 10:22 am, Post A true 1x on the low end adapts to a wide range of scenarios, letting shooters rapidly engage targets from point-blank to extended ranges. Instead of using slots, their outer edges are knurled for finger adjustments. The Strike Eagles are a tier above the Diamondbacks. The reticle is busier than the earlier version but still useful. However, the Strike Eagle was zeroed for my default 110-grain Hornady V-MAX handload that clocks 2350 fps. Mine also included a spare battery, a lens cloth, and very concise set of directions. The Vortex site list three versions; a 5-2556 FFP (34mm tube), 1-824, and the 1-624 that Ive been using. Press J to jump to the feed. A quick note first: Vortex has recently updated these scopes. That got me to thinking (scary thought) about the use of a lighter weight alternative to my night scope as a way to save weight during hikes through deep snow to a blind. The values of 2nd FP designs change, but that isnt always a bad thing. The 1-824 lists for $600. This is your first post. After seeing the OPMOD (Optics Planet Modification) which is really just a color change. No luck at first but then suddenly there he was, clearly silhouetted against the snowy background beside the bait. Accept Read More, Vortex Optics Strike Eagle 1-6x24 Second Focal Plane Riflescope - BDC3 Reticle (MOA), Black, handloads formed from shortened .223 cases. Is there solid information/documentation anywhere about it being made at LOW? Between the moonlight and snowy background, turned out I couldve made the shot even with a dead battery. Vortex advertises the exterior lenses as coated with Armor Tec to improve scratch resistance. Lights out, compliments of the .300 Blackout conversion, using Hornadys Subsonic 190-grain SUB-X load. Burris did something very right with that optic. Notify me when juicy new comments are added. I am trying to decide on a variable scope for my 8" 300blk CMMG Banshee. It is a Japanese scope (LOW) that can commonly be found for about $425. It may not display this or other websites correctly. If the scope is set to 1X and the reticle is illuminated, the expansive FOV pretty much duplicates a dot sight. I had no trouble resolving several objects at around 100 yards and the crosshairs were entirely usable, even on their lowest illuminated setting. Both are low-profile capped versions. The 1-MOA dot and its surrounding ring are the only parts that illuminate. No complaints from me regarding clarity. Also, the Strike Eagles are advertised as waterproof, and come with the Vortex lifetime warranty. Should be able to find one for around $300 if you keep your eyes open. If you suffer from a swollen prostrate. contiguous 48 states, DC and to all U.S. Military APO/FPO/DPO addresses. I think scopes are cool and I have been considering 1-4x and 1-6x and plan on shooting 300 yards max. After recapping the turret, I simply switched ARs. by danner Wed Jul 08, 2015 1:08 pm, Post Thats one of those scopes I really wanted to like but the 1.5x bottom end was a deal breaker. This option would allow some weight savings and provide rail space for a QD brass-catcher mount. The stems are surrounded by radial scales with half-MOA hashmarks that also incorporate numbers in 4-moa increments. This range of adjustment is also less common among lower-magnification straight-tubed scopes. I find that if set on 1 or 2 is perfect for very little light. I had a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6. reason you decide that your purchase just isn't for you, simply return the item within 30 I was going to get the PA 1x6 acss but, 80 buck more for a VIP warranty was worth it to me. If you can find one in stock I highly recommend the Primary Arms 2x prism. Heres one with the PA 1-6 ACSS 556 with my zero at 75 yards and subsonic. Policy. Whatever difference you see between then aside from the reticle is down to sample variation. 110, 125, 150 and then up to 200+ BIG Difference. As noted above, I chose the Strike Eagle in part because of its trajectory-compensating reticle. Beyond sporting and tactical uses, the straight-tubed Strike Eagles always seemed like an affordable ticket to fast-paced 3-Gun type events. I zero at 100m (109yds) with Hornady Frontier supers and the reticle hashes line up pretty nicely at ~50yd intervals out to 350yds at 6x. Field of view (FOV) is a very wide 116.5 feet on 1x, and 19.2 feet on 6x. These expanding monolithics penetrate beyond their weight and have since accounted for several more deer to round out my trio of favorite Blackout loads. : +1-847-513-6201 Also, many will wind up on flat-top ARs with plenty of additional rail space and adjustable stocks. Shouldn't make a difference though as the black reticle is clearly visible against that sort of background. Inside, a few welcome extras are packed with the scope. The magnification ring has been updated and now includes a thread-in throw lever, and the magnification indicators can now be seen without coming off the scope. Around 500 if you can get a good deal. Price (but honestly, pretty cheap price considering the quality). This is an extremely useful benefit for those of us who shoot loopy calibers with widely disparate trajectories. The first time I peeked through it at 1x, I was blown away. If using supersonic or subsonic loads, zero per normal on the scopes maximum magnification setting. Burris RT6 is my favorite 1x optic I've used. Also, .308/7.6251. I have the Pinnacle 3-18x44the entire line is definitely made by LOW. Although not overly long, the straight-tube design of provides extra ring spacing latitude. For the reticle, or because it's First Focal Point? They now catalog an extensive line of scopes, dot-sights, and other optics at various price points. List price for the latest 1-624 SE is $500. While I LOVE that the recital has holds for 7.62x39/300BLK, the glass quality is a little disappointing compared to the vortex but good for what it is. in 300 AAC Blackout. Fax: +1-866-534-3097 These are a few that I've been considering, in order of favor: https://www.leupold.com/vx-freedom-15-4x20-pig-plex-riflescope, https://vortexoptics.com/vortex-strike-eagle-1-6x24-ar-bdc3.html, https://www.primaryarms.com/pa-1-6x24mm-ffp-illuminated-rifle-scope-with-acss-raptor-556-reticle-black?avad=231333_c219cffc9&utm_source=affiliate-referral&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=181765&utm_content=product-review, https://www.leupold.com/vx-freedom-15-4x28-ier-scout-duplex-riflescope, I run an EoTech with a 3x and can hit 300 easy. Each number provides a progressively brighter red reticle that starts with very faint settings. If so, it should still work with .300 Blackout loads while allowing hasty hold-over solutions for subsonics. I generally shoot long range. BTW, sweet looking rig. I currently run the Sig Romeo and have considered getting the Juliet magnifier to add to it. And by the way Primary Arms has a 1x6 with the ACSS Reticle which is suited for the Ballistics of the 300 BO and 7.62x39.Think you need flexibility since the bullet drop is very different depending on the ammo. The night-scoped AR obviously had the edge. Seems like I only ever run it at 1x or 6x, but the glass is pretty good at either end for a $350 optic. Love the acss reticle and I though the glass was very good for the price. 9AM-5PM CT Sat But it's a hunting rifle so a little more magnification and a little less CQB was fine for it's uses. I have a 8 300blk and a standard 16 in 223 wylde. Same story for my 1-6X24 so thats where well begin. Designed and developed by Prepper Press, This site uses cookies to improve your experience. by r.tenorio671 Wed Jul 08, 2015 10:35 pm, Post Either way, the latest Strike Eagles will probably ship with the upgraded reticle. Although calibrated for 5.56 NATO velocities, on-range experimentation revealed it can also cover the full gamut of .300 Blackout loads. This site also participates in various other affiliate programs, and we may get a commission through purchases made through our links. I don't see any 4x scopes fitting that purpose. As noted above, the updated versions feature a different pattern, although they still function similarly. The Strike Eagle series is full notch above the former but nowhere near the latter versions. Please check your email for confirmation message, Vortex OPMOD Strike Eagle Limited Edition 1-6x24mm 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane Rifle Scope Reviews. There are 11 settings in all. In this case I discovered I could make 100-yard hits with loopy subsonics through the magic combination of 4.75X and the reticles 3rd hold-over line. But I do agree the 1.5x bottom end was a little problematic. Took it out today put it on my 12.5" 308 in no time I was poping milk jugs at 225 yards. The Illuminated reticle is glass-etched etched, meaning itll work with or without a battery. At further distances, bullets should impact somewhere within the reticles grid. Post Its for my 300BLK SBR. The scope was set to 4X and its illuminated reticle was set to off, but I had no trouble lining him up in the crosshairs. The one on hand here doesnt have that feature but works well enough without it. For example, with a 30yd zero my 110gr supers are about 3" low and 220gr subs are about 49" low at 200yds. The coyote, a large male, would no longer be chasing deer through our deep winter snow. Length is 10 inches. It was really purchased because of its reticle, which offered possibilities for .300 Blackout loads. Overall I liked the PA 1-6 GenIII ACSS 556 reticle the best and would have worked out near perfect in my 300BLK. If zeroed exclusively for subsonics, the same trick can be used to compensate for their steep mid-range trajectories by sighting in at 50 yards. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Nevertheless, for the money, the 1-6 version Ive been using seems to outperform its cost. by DRZ-400S Thu Jul 09, 2015 10:45 am, Post Footnote: After shooting the above coyote, I played with reticles illuminated settings. Turrets suck, but I think this is supposed to be a set it and forget it type of scope so I guess it's alright. January 2019, I was coyote hunting two days before the full moon and three hours after sunset. Currently run a gen I Vortex Viper PST 1-4x on my 10.5" SBR. Im torn between which optic to use for my 300 blk. Aim at the bullseye again and, while maintaining that hold, adjust the magnification until a hold-over line coincides with the group. Would you like to, Return acss red dot and magnifier or the 1-6 primary arms. JavaScript is disabled. Normally, as part of a scope review, Ill verify consistent turret adjustments by shooting the square during an on-range tracking test. Unlike the latest upgraded version, my entire reticle illuminates. Must be way under the radar still. Two days prior, Id returned to the warmth of the house after a long and fruitless nighttime vigil in the same drafty blind. This might be the most important video you ever watch (3 seconds). Shop now and get Free Value Shipping on most orders over $49 to the 1-4 viper over a 1-6 strike eagle any day. Thank you again for all the responses, hate to be a cheapskate but funds are a lot tighter than Id like with too many other priorities and bills. But thats what it takes to compensate for heavy subsonic bullets that fly like bricks. You are using an out of date browser. There's little penalty over the 1-6, and can help with sighting in precisely or be repurposed later. I carefully opened a window, poked out my AR-15, and began searching for the coyote through the scope. Most of my .300 BLK shooting involves handloads formed from shortened .223 cases, a process so labor intensive that I hate losing brass. Im broke though so I got the SFP. The corresponding MOA clicks are positive and the 30mm tube provides an extremely generous 140 MOA of adjustment per turret. Today though, Im guessing more folks will be interested in the 1-8, which shares the same features in a scope of similar size and weight (see photos). Daylight Bright LPVO's, any new scopes since 2020? Compare the Athlon LPV to the strike eagle. I bought my 1-6 Strike Eagle before the 1-8 version was released. I have a friend with both and he swears the Athlon is much nicer then the vortex. Please read our completeDisclosures and Privacy Policyfor more information. The latter is a logical addition. BTWI love this scope! After speaking with my local retailer he recommended the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6 scope. RT-6 is the right choice in this price range. Even if using supersonic loads, the furthest I plan on shooting it is 200 yards. Welcome to SHTF Blog, owned and operated by Prepper Press and made possible by all of our supportive readers and wonderful writers. I want something with an illuminated CQB ballistic MOA reticle. Coyotes top the current list, but the process began much earlier on one frigid November morning. by danner Thu Jul 09, 2015 6:01 pm, Post Theyre on sale now for $229 including a vortex cantilever Mount w/free shipping. It even incorporates a small ranging scale above the main aiming system. So for a price point would the PA 1-6 ACSS be a better scope than the strike eagle 1-6 that I was initially considering? But both can be found for much less. The BDC markings are useful but to be accurate they are made for a specific 5.56 round. http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/Vortex_ 1624-1.htm. If the subsonic group develops on a white background, you should be able to see it through the scope after circling the hits with a black marker. Through previous on-range research, I knew the come-ups would put me on the money at 100 yards with SUB-X, as far as I care to shoot any loopy subsonic .300 Blk load. Will my 1-6 Strike Eagles -MOA turrets provide repeatably useful adjustments at extreme ranges? I love my Accupoint 1-4 German 4 reticle on my 300blk. Thanks for the responses so far. The sun is nice and bright today so for those that care about this sort of thing I checked the illumination just now in my back yard. The first gen vortex 1-4 viper/ranger gets my vote, it's what I run on my 9". My 3cents as a reformed gun shop sales guy go with vortex they really do have one of the best warranty Ive personally had a red dot fixed and at the store I worked we would do the returns for the customers and vortex customer service was always on it. But using it to look across my back yard out to about 70 yards or so, in the shadows and out of the shadows, the illuminated reticle is daylight visible. One is a useful set of hinged rubber lens caps, suitable for storage or actual field use. Mine is the original AR-BDC 1 MOA version advertised with 5.56 calibrated subtensions. The pattern resembles an inverted Christmas tree (with four hold-over lines), and the upper part is surrounded by a bolder 270-degree circle. Vortex has become a major player in the crowded field of firearms-related optics. I think this is the best answer. I also shoot supers too. I think Im leaning towards the Primary Arms 556/545/308 ACSS scope as of right now. Went with a Bushnell AR series with 300BO reticle. I would lean toward the RT-6 if glass clarity is the priority and the PA only if the reticle is your priority. I have the primary arms 1-6 bought it last year on black Friday they had a good deal. Someone who is ruled by the "discretion" of another is, to that extent, a slave. I also have a Primary arms 1-6x with ACSS reticle. days of receipt and we'll cover the cost of return shipping. I just got my Strike Eagle the other day..and I have to say it is a very nice scope indeed! Its a handy trick for use on the fly. It does hold zero once you get it there. Its lighter weight, takes up significantly less space, durable as hell, and can easily push it to what you need. Normally, Id be using an AR-15 with a night vision scope, but this hunt was a bit of an experiment. The eyepiece is a fast-focus design. Intl. Vortex OPMOD Strike Eagle Limited Edition 1-6x24mm 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane Rifle Scope. Hope the RT-8 DFP can do even better. Circling back to my experimental coyote hunt, nocturnal bait and blind strategies are driven by the weather and moon. My windage/elevation knobs are very positive "not mushy" but, are not very audible. Lpvo seem like over kill for 300blk, no? The scope mounted without a hitch, nicely centered above the QD gadget. by DRZ-400S Fri Jul 17, 2015 1:09 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. The 2nd FP reticle offers lots of possibilities for tailored use of oddball loads. Results were better than expected, too. Looking to get some Defender flip caps for this Burris RT-6. Why not red dot? Some will complain about the coarse MOA adjustments, but theyre plenty good for the .300 Blackout and, for all calibers, theyll never be further than off at 100 yards. Id owned this straight-tubed scope for more than two years, but its use for nocturnal coyote missions had never crossed my mind. For the ranges your looking at a 1-4x or a 1-6x will do just fine. The E-10 and O24? I have them on a 14.5 223 and a 10" 300 blk hunting setup. Vortex 1-8 is great bang for the buck. Loving my PA 1-6. The latest versions, advertised as updated, ship with a separate throw-lever. If both are sighted in to strike 1 -inches high at 100 yards, theyll hit that amount low at 200 yards my personal outer limit for this caliber. Eye relief is 3 inches. Theres your 100-yard correction. Its doable through a combination of the scopes 2nd focal-plane reticle, and adjustments to its magnification. This simple test was also educational. From there shoot groups in 25-yard increments to gather the necessary data (mine covers 125 yards). The turrets have proven repeatable for my purposes but, actually, I couldve switched to subsonics without touching them. Check out the vortex viper pst Gen 2 1-6 as well. Their studies show that a swollen prostrate is a completely reversible condition, and if not treated properly, it increases Continue reading A15, Does a diet free and exercise free weight loss method really work can it be so powerful to help you lose 40 pounds in just four weeks Theres sandra peterson a 50 year old registered nurse from tucson arizona sandra didnt have time to get back in the gym however she lost 42 pounds to Continue reading A30a, If you or a loved one is struggling with bleeding 0r receding gums, gingivitis, gum infection, tooth ache Or decay, bad breath, or any type of periodontal issues. Had an Eotech on my 300BO sbr and realized I wanted the ability to zoom just a little bit. Recently I purchased my first M.S.R. Time was wasting so I simply unscrewed the elevation cap and came up 26 clicks past 0, the equivalent of 13 inches at 100 yards one heck of a lot of drop! Of course, weatherproofing, clarity and low-light checks are also part of the process. Todays 1st FP reticles are gaining popularity because they offer consistent values regardless of the scopes magnification setting. 9AM-5PM CT Sun (Chat & Email Only). Because this scope is a second-focal plane design, its values remain consistent regardless of the magnification setting. Thanks for subscribing to our newsletter!

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