MSPavpro wrote: Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:02 am
If you're pretty firm on the budget, I'd look at the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6, or the Primary Arms 1-6 SLx series. Both are second focal plane, and both are illuminated, which is nice because in close range situations with no magnification, they can function like a red dot.
Yeah, budgets suck. Champagne dreams and a beer budget.
What are you gonna do, right?
In talking with a rep at my local toy store, I started to check out the Vortex series. In fact, just today I discovered they also make the Strike Eagle in a 1-8x 24. I realize this is a little beyond what I need for the actual range for a shot (and it's not FFP -which I'm willing to suck-up), and that +2 extra (beyond 1-6x) also provides a little more looksie-
hey, what's going on down there a little further, just out of range?-for (ahem) shall we say,... situations we fear will happen that we hope won't. [Bluntly, SHTF, social unrest, Proud Boys not standing by or whatever.]
MSPavpro wrote: Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:02 amBoth can be less than ideal in bright sunlight, as the illumination can get washed out. That said, you can always do the old closed front cover trick.
I don't know this trick. You mind explaining?
MSPavpro wrote: Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:02 amFor the price point, those two are the scopes I'd be looking at. I think first focal plane is gonna be pretty tough to find under $1k, especially in today's market. From a quick search, I see the Primary Arms scopes are in stock at PA's website for $289, and the Vortex 1-6 is in stock for $299 at Fleet Farm with free shipping.
Noted. Thanks for the homework! I'll check that out after my meeting!
MSPavpro wrote: Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:02 amYoutube has some comparison vids of these two, so you can look at both reticles side-by-side and find your preference. Don't quote me, but I'm pretty sure Primary Arms now offers a lifetime warranty. I know for sure Vortex has a very good no-questions asked warranty, and they're made in the US. I think you'd be happy with either of these.
As much as I love the idea of "YouTube University" some of the videos are really confusing; and (predictably), some have a financial incentive for their suggestions.
Thank you for the comment! I appreciate you.
Be well!
[Edits because I derped the quotes]