Scope Evaluation Donation

[elkguide]

Lucky you!
And we appreciate your doing so.

 

[Shraggs]

Is there a range of scope features desired for donation?

Pretty sure a leupold 2-7x33 duplex makes no sense.

Power, objective size, advertised as dialing capable, what about bdc reticle, out of production models, etc?

 

[Formidilosus]

Is there a range of scope features desired for donation?

Pretty sure a leupold 2-7x33 duplex makes no sense.

Power, objective size, advertised as dialing capable, what about bdc reticle, out of production models, etc?

Nope. As long as they are current production, the goal is the largest sample size possible.

 

[BRTreedogs]

Nope. As long as they are current production, the goal is the largest sample size possible.

Any experience with the Athlon Cronus?

 

[Formidilosus]

Any experience with the Athlon Cronus?

Nothing definitive.

 

[BRTreedogs]

Nothing definitive.

To be able to afford an Atacr for my main hunting rifle a need something more reasonably priced for the 6.5.
Could do nx8 on both or an Atacr and?
I'm not a power of glass fiend but the swfa10x just didn't do it for me.
As if anyone can ever get an sfwa but how is the swfa 5-25 hd?

Athlon offers a great Mil discount but that isn't worth nothing if if failed.

 

[Formidilosus]

As if anyone can ever get an sfwa but how is the swfa 5-25 hd?

Very good.

 

[Balderdash]

To be able to afford an Atacr for my main hunting rifle a need something more reasonably priced for the 6.5.
Could do nx8 on both or an Atacr and?
I'm not a power of glass fiend but the swfa10x just didn't do it for me.
As if anyone can ever get an sfwa but how is the swfa 5-25 hd?

Athlon offers a great Mil discount but that isn't worth nothing if if failed.

If it helps you meet your needs, NF also offers Military/LE/FR discount, as does Bushnell. Formidilosus can comment further on his experiences with and or knowledge of the Bushnells, but I've had nothing but great experiences with the Bushnell Elite Tactical line. Disappointed that they discontinued the 3-12 LRHS/LRST, but it looks like you're looking for a higher X range unit anyway. Figured I'd mention the Bushnells because they might offer something in that line that you can pick up for a good price that appeals to what you're looking for. Not so long ago I picked up a DMR 3.5-21 from them off eBay for around $650 or so, IIRC. Maybe one of the better values I ever found on a reliable optic.

 

[tcpip95]

After the comparisons/reviews what happens to the scopes? Can they be put up for sale here to finance future purchases?

 

[BRTreedogs]

If it helps you meet your needs, NF also offers Military/LE/FR discount, as does Bushnell. Formidilosus can comment further on his experiences with and or knowledge of the Bushnells, but I've had nothing but great experiences with the Bushnell Elite Tactical line. Disappointed that they discontinued the 3-12 LRHS/LRST, but it looks like you're looking for a higher X range unit anyway. Figured I'd mention the Bushnells because they might offer something in that line that you can pick up for a good price that appeals to what you're looking for. Not so long ago I picked up a DMR 3.5-21 from them off eBay for around $650 or so, IIRC. Maybe one of the better values I ever found on a reliable optic.

The NF Mil program they put you in build to order.
So a 12-18 month wait.

 

[Balderdash]

The NF Mil program they put you in build to order.
So a 12-18 month wait.

I figured you had likely checked it out. I used it in the past and didn't wait more than 8-10 weeks, but not sure how things are moving along these days.

 

[BRTreedogs]

I figured you had likely checked it out. I used it in the past and didn't wait more than 8-10 weeks, but not sure how things are moving along these days.

Last July they quoted 18 months for a 4-32 nx8
So I probably depends on dealer orders and what model they are in production for.

 

[Balderdash]

Last July they quoted 18 months for a 4-32 nx8
So I probably depends on dealer orders and what model they are in production for.

I apologize for clogging up the thread with information that pertains to one or only a few individuals, but I haven't posted enough, so no PM's for me.

Just checked with a friend of mine who recently received an NX8 2.5-20 through the program; he stated he waited 8 weeks from initial order. I'm sure a lot of variables go into time to fulfill orders these days, but it's one example.


I'm looking forward to spending some time with that scope myself, as it's been on my radar since they came out.

 

[Castle Rock]

After the comparisons/reviews what happens to the scopes? Can they be put up for sale here to finance future purchases?

Should be able to get a cheap rattle for your kid

 

[sndmn11]

Rs1,3,4 would be what u was considering.

RS3 is on the way to me and @Ryan Avery and I had a phone call to clarify some things so I can best replicate what @Formidilosus is doing with his procedure.

 

[BRTreedogs]

RS3 is on the way to me and @Ryan Avery and I had a phone call to clarify some things so I can best replicate what @Formidilosus is doing with his procedure.

Dang, awesome

 

[BRTreedogs]

RS3 is on the way to me and @Ryan Avery and I had a phone call to clarify some things so I can best replicate what @Formidilosus is doing with his procedure.

Rs3 is pretty high on my list if it survives.
Also interested in the zero stop and reticle visibility at 5x

 

[sndmn11]

Rs3 is pretty high on my list if it survives.
Also interested in the zero stop and reticle visibility at 5x

Went through @Formidilosus process today with the RS.3 and have a call in to @Ryan Avery to see how he wants me to share.

 

[Ryan Avery]

Lots of guys are PMing me to drop this scope or that scope. We will try to get to as many as we can as fast as we can. This is an expensive undertaking, we don't just have to get scopes. We also go through a MINIMUM of 50 rounds of .308 a test. So please be patient.

 

[Ryan Avery]

Forms next victim.