SWFA 10x42 Comparison Question

[FSB12B]

Jumping in on this discussion for a quick Q for @Formidilosus ...
Probably been asked a few times, but with the 6X being out of stock constantly, do you have any experience using the 10X in hunting situations? I wouldn't see a problem with it, and have used a Gen 1 successfully prior, but the question always comes to mind.

Prefer 6X yes, but with that being gone, any issues with a 10X at closer ranges?

Thanks!

 

[nm.otter]

Prefer 6X yes, but with that being gone, any issues with a 10X at closer ranges?

No personal experience with the SWFA 10x, but several here have reported issues with internal reflections in strong low angle sunlight.

If I set one of my variable scopes at 10x and pull it up to my face, it gets a little disorienting on ~50 yard or closer targets. Doesn't take long to settle, but 6x is faster there.

 

[Schmoops]

Swap it for a regular Mil-Quad version. Or, I’ll swap you for a MQ version.

I appreciate the clear recommendation. I’ll be in touch with them today to do that swap! Thank you, as always!

 

[Q_Sertorius]

Jumping in on this discussion for a quick Q for @Formidilosus ...
Probably been asked a few times, but with the 6X being out of stock constantly, do you have any experience using the 10X in hunting situations? I wouldn't see a problem with it, and have used a Gen 1 successfully prior, but the question always comes to mind.

Prefer 6X yes, but with that being gone, any issues with a 10X at closer ranges?

Thanks!

I prefer 8x as the “one size fits all solution”, but I haven’t had any real issues using a 10x at close range. The most important thing to do is to practice. I do a lot of dry firing with snap caps with my rifles. I will generally pick a couple of 8-MOA aiming points and practice a deliberate shot at one and a rapid follow-up on the second. The most difficult part of late has been getting my snap caps back from my puppy.


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[Formidilosus]

Jumping in on this discussion for a quick Q for @Formidilosus ...
Probably been asked a few times, but with the 6X being out of stock constantly, do you have any experience using the 10X in hunting situations? I wouldn't see a problem with it, and have used a Gen 1 successfully prior, but the question always comes to mind.

Prefer 6X yes, but with that being gone, any issues with a 10X at closer ranges?

Thanks!

It’s not my preference for real close shooting, but I’ve used and hunted a lot with fixed 10x’s including SWFA’s. From 40’ish yards and out- no issues at all. Inside of 40 yards, they require a bit more practice to consistently get on target on demand. No big deal, just something to be aware of.