STX 65 vs STC

[JHubbard2010]

I’ve got an STX with a 65 objective and I’m going on a sheep hunt in August and would like to shave some weight. I also have the BTX with a 95. Is the STC/ATC good enough to replace my 65? I’m not sure I’d ever use the 65 again if I make the switch. Thanks in advance for the advice.

 

[Sundodger]

What's your expected glassing distance and terrain?

Do you need to count rings?

 

[JHubbard2010]

What's your expected glassing distance and terrain?

Do you need to count rings?

It’s a guided Dall Sheep hunt so aging won’t be my responsibility but I do like to pack my own spotter.

 

[6.5x284]

Yes. The STX 65 is the weakest spotter out of the TX, TS, or TC lines. I would take the STS or STC over the STX specifically in 65mm. I have ran the STC and left my Kowa 88S at home the last two seasons. I think it’s phenomenal until about the last 15 min.

If not the one on the hook to age I would definitely take the little STC for the weight alone.


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[Sundodger]

It’s a guided Dall Sheep hunt so aging won’t be my responsibility but I do like to pack my own spotter.

Then assuming the glassing distance isn't far and you won't be glassing into timber I would go with a compact spotter.

 

[svivian]

I dont see any advantage of the STX 65 over the ATC.

 

[Steve O]

Happily sold my 65mm objective to fund my ATC. Love that little scope compared to the 65ATX. Still like the 95 though but I can’t think of a better small option than the ATC.

 

[JHubbard2010]

Thanks for the help everyone. I think my decision has been made. I’ve found that I use the 95 more often than not so this seems like a no brainer.