Nightforce SHV Durability

[Balderdash]

What kind of features does the Maven have over the SHV?

Better glass and, though subjective, in the case of the RS1.2, a better reticle for hunting.

Not knocking the SHV's at all. I've got 3. Have had 2 of them since they came out. They're fantastic and I'd have zero hesitation in buying more. Only gripe is that the 3-10 is SFP.

 

[flyfisher117]

What kind of features does the Maven have over the SHV?

For me the Maven just has a better zero stop, illumination, and magnification range,and I slightly prefer the Maven mil reticle though they are similar

Not all of the SHVs offer those. Some SHVs don't have a "zero set", some aren't illuminated. Etc etc.

 

[JRem257]

Sounds like the SHV is a safe bet from a durability stand point… I can’t find a recorded failure on this site. There’s one guy who’s posted on every forum that he’s seen two 5-20s fog up, but that seems to be an outlier.

 

[JollyRoger]

For me the Maven just has a better zero stop, illumination, and magnification range,and I slightly prefer the Maven mil reticle though they are similar

Not all of the SHVs offer those. Some SHVs don't have a "zero set", some aren't illuminated. Etc etc.

I have both the RS1.2 and an SHV 4-14 F1. I asked cause in my mind they are extremely similar. Do think the Maven has the better reticle for western hunting, no doubt. It’s also a few ounces lighter although that doesn’t really factor in my equation. 30oz or less is good for me for a rifle I’m packing around.

 

[flyfisher117]

I have both the RS1.2 and an SHV 4-14 F1. I asked cause in my mind they are extremely similar. Do think the Maven has the better reticle for western hunting, no doubt. It’s also a few ounces lighter although that doesn’t really factor in my equation. 30oz or less is good for me for a rifle I’m packing around.

Browsing the NF website and Euro Optic it does appear they have standardized and cut down the options on the SHV since I last shopped for one new. It appears the illumination is standard and there's no longer the option to get the 5-20 without it. It's the used market that has been challenging to make sure it's the scope I want.

 

[Athens]

Nightforce exceeds the hype, shv model is excellent especially for its price. Even better if you know a first responder

 

[Athens]

I have had the SHV and the vx5hd is noticeable better for clearer/sharper glass. I liked the turrets on the SHV probably better however. The SHV isn't bad price point I get mine for 1050 out the door non illuminated. Currently running mark5, vx5 gd, kahles.