Would you buy this scope?

[atmat]

Why build an ultra-light rifle or own a 5 pound kimber and put a 30 oz scope on it?

In fairness, I think a lot of us don’t see value in a 5lb rifle anyway. I don’t shoot them nearly as well.

Crazy to me that people argue that a lighter weight scope can't be durable, or don't see the point of it.

Everything is a trade off of durability vs weight vs features. No one is saying a light weight scope can’t be durable. It’s a factor of reconciling those three variables.

 

[greyghostnw]

Crazy to me that people argue that a lighter weight scope can't be durable, or don't see the point of it.

Why build an ultra-light rifle or own a 5 pound kimber and put a 30 oz scope on it? I have done exactly that when I put an Nightforce SHV on my Kimber hunter, it felt and balanced like crap.
So it wears an old Burris Fullfield that weighs like 17 oz and it feels SO MUCH better.
That scope has so far been reliable but it's still a $200 scope and has all the caveats that come with that.

guess I could put a Trijicon Accupoint on it, seems that and the Hurons are the only lightish durable scopes but those have several aspects that can be approved on.

Shoulda put a NF nxs 2.5-10… 20oz

Crazy to me that people argue that a lighter weight scope can't be durable, or don't see the point of it.

Why build an ultra-light rifle or own a 5 pound kimber and put a 30 oz scope on it? I have done exactly that when I put an Nightforce SHV on my Kimber hunter, it felt and balanced like crap.
So it wears an old Burris Fullfield that weighs like 17 oz and it feels SO MUCH better.
That scope has so far been reliable but it's still a $200 scope and has all the caveats that come with that.

guess I could put a Trijicon Accupoint on it, seems that and the Hurons are the only lightish durable scopes but those have several aspects that can be approved on.

NXS - 2.5-10x42mm

Explore precision optics trusted by the world's best hunters and tactical shooters. Nightforce riflescopes offer unmatched clarity, durability, and accuracy.

www.nightforceoptics.com

This scopes your huckleberry on a light weight build. NF is a one stop shop if putting the right scope on the right build. More than proven to me with my own examples purchased.

 

[Hondo64d]

Shoulda put a NF nxs 2.5-10… 20oz

NXS - 2.5-10x42mm

Explore precision optics trusted by the world's best hunters and tactical shooters. Nightforce riflescopes offer unmatched clarity, durability, and accuracy.

www.nightforceoptics.com

This scopes your huckleberry on a light weight build. NF is a one stop shop if putting the right scope on the right build. More than proven to me with my own examples purchased.

Just wish they would put a better reticle in it…

John

 

[greyghostnw]

Ive ran mi/moa. Guess im the oddball i dont care one way or the other. Knowing system on either is simple math…moar 2nd focal for most my hunting. I believe NF will replace reticle to your liking. Have to call them to confirm.

 

[ztc92]

Crazy to me that people argue that a lighter weight scope can't be durable, or don't see the point of it.

Why build an ultra-light rifle or own a 5 pound kimber and put a 30 oz scope on it? I have done exactly that when I put an Nightforce SHV on my Kimber hunter, it felt and balanced like crap.
So it wears an old Burris Fullfield that weighs like 17 oz and it feels SO MUCH better.
That scope has so far been reliable but it's still a $200 scope and has all the caveats that come with that.

guess I could put a Trijicon Accupoint on it, seems that and the Hurons are the only lightish durable scopes but those have several aspects that can be approved on.

Shoulda put a NF nxs 2.5-10… 20oz

NXS - 2.5-10x42mm

Explore precision optics trusted by the world's best hunters and tactical shooters. Nightforce riflescopes offer unmatched clarity, durability, and accuracy.

www.nightforceoptics.com

This scopes your huckleberry on a light weight build. NF is a one stop shop if putting the right scope on the right build. More than proven to me with my own examples purchased.

Just wish they would put a better reticle in it…

John

Or go snag one of these at 19 oz while they’re still in stock…

SWFA 3-9x42 SS HD - MIL-Quad Reticle, 30mm Tube, .1 MIL Clicks, FFP

In sub-zero temperatures or searing desert heat (-50 degrees to +130 degrees Fahrenheit, and altitudes of 30,000 feet to depths of 15 feet in salt water) the waterproof, shockproof, fogproof SS performs. Whatever the weapon, from .223 to .50 BMG, the SS handles the recoil. Whatever the target...

swfa.com

 

[Bama67]

Shit, of course the 3x9 would come back into stock after years, right after I bought the 3x15 lol

 

[Hondo64d]

Or go snag one of these at 19 oz while they’re still in stock…

SWFA 3-9x42 SS HD - MIL-Quad Reticle, 30mm Tube, .1 MIL Clicks, FFP

In sub-zero temperatures or searing desert heat (-50 degrees to +130 degrees Fahrenheit, and altitudes of 30,000 feet to depths of 15 feet in salt water) the waterproof, shockproof, fogproof SS performs. Whatever the weapon, from .223 to .50 BMG, the SS handles the recoil. Whatever the target...

swfa.com

That is probably the best do it all hunting scope currently available, but I bet Ryan and Form can do better. I’m gonna hold out for better.

John

 

[greyghostnw]

Looks like no parralax

That is probably the best do it all hunting scope currently available, but I bet Ryan and Form can do better. I’m gonna hold out for better.

John

no parallax no go

 

[atmat]

Looks like no parralax

no parallax no go

Parallax is overrated.

 

[greyghostnw]

Parallax is overrated.

Perhaps one day your eyes will tell you otherwise. It happens…

 

[qotsa23]

Or go snag one of these at 19 oz while they’re still in stock…

SWFA 3-9x42 SS HD - MIL-Quad Reticle, 30mm Tube, .1 MIL Clicks, FFP

In sub-zero temperatures or searing desert heat (-50 degrees to +130 degrees Fahrenheit, and altitudes of 30,000 feet to depths of 15 feet in salt water) the waterproof, shockproof, fogproof SS performs. Whatever the weapon, from .223 to .50 BMG, the SS handles the recoil. Whatever the target...

swfa.com

More like 20.2 ounces on the three I’ve measured

 

[Shortschaf]

More like 20.2 ounces on the three I’ve measured

advertised at 19.84oz, chill out haha

A 156 berger bullet is 0.35 ounces. Better shoot 130's!

 

[qotsa23]

advertised at 19.84oz, chill out haha

A 156 berger bullet is 0.35 ounces. Better shoot 130's!

LOL. Fair point. I’m just a stickler about specs.

 

[Sandstrom]

3-9 SWFA HD but 4-12 with capped windage.

 

[Dobermann]

3-9 SWFA HD but 4-12 with capped windage.

Pretty sure this scope that's coming will be better than that ...

 

[prm]

Pretty sure this scope that's coming will be better than that ...

Do you have additional information or is this wishful thinking?

In what way(s) will this new scope be better than an SWFA 3-9, 3-15, or Maven? Not intended to come across as snarky, just an honest question about how will this be measurably better. (I just want a good reticle at a reasonable price).

 

[Sandstrom]

Pretty sure this scope that's coming will be better than that ...

Totally!! I am just saying that a 4-12 capped windage version of the 3-9 swfa would be an awesome baseline/benchmark. Anything better than that would be much appreciated!!

 

[atmat]

Do you have additional information or is this wishful thinking?

In what way(s) will this new scope be better than an SWFA 3-9, 3-15, or Maven? Not intended to come across as snarky, just an honest question about how will this be measurably better. (I just want a good reticle at a reasonable price).

Not intending to be snarky either, but have you read the thread? We’re being told improved THLR reticle, low profile turrets, and from a company who can keep them in stock.

 

[Dobermann]

Not intending to be snarky either, but have you read the thread? We’re being told improved THLR reticle, low profile turrets, and from a company who can keep them in stock.

@prm: what @atmat said.

 

[Timberline001]

Do you have additional information or is this wishful thinking?

In what way(s) will this new scope be better than an SWFA 3-9, 3-15, or Maven? Not intended to come across as snarky, just an honest question about how will this be measurably better. (I just want a good reticle at a reasonable price).

Considering the the windage caps on the new SWFAs keep brass from ejecting in my tikkas and the old ones don’t have zero stops it’s not real hard to beat them with a scope that holds zero.