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  1. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    Here are some reticle pics: 2.5x: 3x: 4x: 6x: 10x: 15x:
  2. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    I understand your frustration, I’m just giving my honest take on this reticle as it is. I don’t have any insights into Maven’s decision making on the reticle design. As far as compromise goes, there are compromises in any reticle design, especially FFP. I actually think there may be some that...
  3. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    I have spent some more time behind the scope, and want to relay that the reticle thickness at 2.5x is actually pretty useable in good to moderate light. I have some more practical shooting tests planned in the coming weeks, but just at the range it wasn't too bad. I can also see my muzzle...
  4. Matt Cashell

    NEW! Kowa Prominar TSN-55A Review ***Updated 7/28/24***

    Great questions. I did test the eye relief and I found the two scopes to be similar. Swarovski advertises 20mm eye relief, which is pretty long for scopes like these. The Kowa is only advertised as having "generous" eye relief. In practical use they are very similar in eye relief. Not...
  5. Matt Cashell

    Best gaiters for elk hunting

    That is a great deal, even if you have to replace them. Perfect for the hunter that only needs them on occasion.
  6. Matt Cashell

    Best gaiters for elk hunting

    It really depends on how much you're going to be hunting in conditions that require gaiters. OR Crocs have worked fine for me over the years, but needed replacement regularly. If you are just going for a week or something, on sale at $50 they seem like a good match. Ditto for Kuiu, Kryptek...
  7. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    Sorry, there was a typo in the Mil subtension. It is in fact 0.4 Mil, which makes more sense. The SHR-W is still thinner though.
  8. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    Maven advised the Primary Stadia are 0.8 MOA for the SHR-W and 0.4 Mil for the SHR-Mil. So the SHR-W is thinner than the SHR-Mil EDIT: Corrected Mil subtension.
  9. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    Will do. The flip side of that thin reticle at low power is that its thickness is really nice at max power. Some FFP reticles are too thick at max power for me. This one is plenty visible but allows for precision at max power.
  10. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    Great question! My first impression is the reticle is pretty thin at 2.5x… However, the center dot illumination is daylight visible and helps at 2.5x. The real eye opener for me is the crosshairs improve in visibility a lot by turning up to as low as 3x. By 4x it is pretty bold. I will have...
  11. Matt Cashell

    Maven 1.2 2.5-15 new MOA reticle?

    I got my hands on one for testing. I know Form has his system with MIL, and it is a good one ... but I get along fine with MOA reticles, and I am going to see how I like this one. Also looking closely at the optics and features. The thread is here: Maven RS1.2 SHR-W Review Thread
  12. Matt Cashell

    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 FFP with SHR-W MOA reticle Field Tested and Reviewed

    The SHR-mil reticle version of this scope is pretty popular here on Rokslide and elsewhere. It passed the infamous drop test and has been pretty much hailed by every shooter that's used it. Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44 MIL review So popular, in fact, it can be pretty hard to come by with some long...
  13. Matt Cashell

    NEW! Kowa Prominar TSN-55A Review ***Updated 7/28/24***

    Soon! Subscribe to this thread for updates.
  14. Matt Cashell

    NEW! Kowa Prominar TSN-55A Review ***Updated 7/28/24***

    The difference in max magnification is pretty small. The difference in FOV is huge. The difference is like looking out a window vs. looking through a tube. The 553 is still a sharp, well-corrected scope. The weight savings are substantial. At the current discounts it is a great deal. This...
  15. Matt Cashell

    NEW! Kowa Prominar TSN-55A Review ***Updated 7/28/24***

    I didn’t have them side-by-side, but I have tested both. Both Kowa spotters are at the top of their class. The 66 has the advantage in magnification and low light, while the 55 has the advantage of portability. Evaluate your priorities and choose accordingly.
  16. Matt Cashell

    Meopta Optika LR VS Leica Geovid R Binoculars, Matt Cashell

    I have not seen them side by side, and I haven’t had the BX-4 for proper review. I have only seen it on the trade show fIoor. I wouldn’t want to speculate a comparison. I will say the Meopta and Leica are still the best optics I have tested in rangefinding binoculars at this price range.
  17. Matt Cashell

    Tract Toric UHD 22-45x65 Spotting Scope Review, By Matt Cashell

    Thanks for your input about the reticle. I agree the Tract gets a lot of things right at a great price point.
  18. Matt Cashell

    Vortex Razor UHD 8X32 and 10X32 Mid Size Binoculars

    I’m sorry you didn’t find the comparison useful. I thought it was a good comparison in magnification, objective size, and price. Comparable price is the most important factor for many (most?) hunters considering a binocular purchase. I can’t even tell you how many times someone asked me “What...
  19. Matt Cashell

    Vortex Razor UHD 8X32 and 10X32 Mid Size Binoculars

    To clarify, correcting with a "field flattener" is a way for the optic manufacturer to counter field curvature. Some manufacturers also correct for distortion so some field flattened binoculars have both reduced field curvature and low distortion (like the Swarovski EL), although the two...
  20. Matt Cashell

    Vortex Razor UHD 8X32 and 10X32 Mid Size Binoculars

    Build quality was comparable overall. Neither are advertised as having field flatteners and both show a small amount of pincushion distortion. The 10x32 Razor UHD is quite a bit wider in FOV vs. the 10x42 B1.2.

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