Any regrets by those that have had this scope a while? Also, when zoomed in around 9 - 12X zoom do optics stay clear and focused?
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Not a sniper here or really qualified to say. However, took it out to the range for the first time last week. Found optics to be really clear and focused. Took awhile to get zeroed in but once did, it was fine. It you would like, I am going back out in a couple days again and will let you know if it held zero.
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Its actually not bad. I sighted in at 25yds and at 50yds. At 50 it was a little faint but you could definitely see it.. make sure you're not using a bright white paper to sight though as it will wash out. I really wasnt even expecting that for the price. It's worth the 12 bucks.
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I think it's a little overstated, it does have decent zoom but I'm a little skeptical about it being 4x, more like 3x tops...and it's quite heavy to me but it's still a nice scope for the money.
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Jerry, I would say something like 85%-90% as bright but very clear. Not exactly the same but very clear and bright just the same. You will notice a slight spherical aberration just at the very fringes of the lens but only when you sweep it which is typical in my experience for these types of scopes. If I didn't dislike the Burris reticle so much I would have likely gone that direction but these scope are very nice for about half the price. I don't think you will be disappointed in comparison to Burris or other similar levels of scopes. I have several Burris hunting scopes and have looked through MTAC which is definitely brighter but not hugely different. Jerry, I would say something like 85%-90% as bright but very clear. Not exactly the same but very clear and bright just the same. You will notice a slight spherical aberration just at the very fringes of the lens but only when you sweep it which is typical in my experience for these types of scopes. If I didn't dislike the Burris reticle so much I would have likely gone that direction but these scope are very nice for about half the price. I don't think you will be disappointed in comparison to Burris or other similar levels of scopes. I have several Burris hunting scopes and have looked... » Read More Jerry, I would say something like 85%-90% as bright but very clear. Not exactly the same but very clear and bright just the same. You will notice a slight spherical aberration just at the very fringes of the lens but only when you sweep it which is typical in my experience for these types of scopes. If I didn't dislike the Burris reticle so much I would have likely gone that direction but these scope are very nice for about half the price. I don't think you will be disappointed in comparison to Burris or other similar levels of scopes. I have several Burris hunting scopes and have looked through MTAC which is definitely brighter but not hugely different. « Show Less
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I would say it is pretty close in terms of resolution and chromatic aberration. Maybe just a small difference between it and my Nightforce NXS 5.5-22X50 scopes. It seems to be built as well but you give up an illuminated reticle and zero stop but you are spending only half as much. I got mine from Amazon vendor LG Outdoors for just over $1200. At that price and the overall quality you can't go wrong. It is a little bit more difficult to find 34mm rings for the Bushnell than 30mm rings for the Nightforce.
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When I contacted the manufacturer, I spoke to one of the engineers who admitted that although the parts are from China this is a high quality scope with the reticle in the first focal plane. In short FFP. I noted at high magnification, I had near zero distortion at 200yds. I still shot <1/4" MOA. That is to say, at 200yds, I put bullets through holes.
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To be honest, mine Works really nice even at 125X. About clarity in my opinin at 100x is the average. Please just learn how to use them porperly. Ive had very good moments with my binoculars for around 2 years.
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It is bright and clear enough but of course the larger objective lenses will gather more light although they tend to get heavier as they get bigger of course. It only focuses down to about 15 feet. So not good for very close range. In general Vortex optics are very good. I have 12x50 binocs. and a rifle scope that are all sharp, clear and bright. There is also an 8x25 Solo, or something like that. It is smaller and lighter and might be good for concerts as we;;/
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I believe the clarity is better. I like the quick throw lever and the scope looks better on an ar than the mtac in my opinion. Ironically i bought this scope to replace a burris mtac. As far as the main benefit goes, the ffp reticle, do your own research to determine if its the thing for you. From a tactical perspective ffp is the way to go. Bottom line, I love it, and would def recommend.
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In general I never keep it in My eye for any extended period of time, but I have to say that I've noticed no discomfort in the times that I have used it it certainly has good resolution and I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again. It turned out to be a little bit larger than I had anticipated as I was looking for a small pocket monocular, But that's made up for in its clarity and range of vision. In general I think you'll like it Jane, good luck
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Hi, this scope has great resolution and zooming. However, I've not shot at that range and cannot speak to that. The thing I will say is that the optics are great but the tripod might not be robust enough for a steady image at the range. The slightest movement would cause image problems at that far a rand. The Barska manufacturer and website are an excellent resource with great customer service. Hope that helps. I'd like to come shoot with you and maybe we can test it out?! Best, Vincent vcareri at gmail dot com
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i do wear eye glasses and it work as well as any of the other scopes i looked through. i used a friends on two hunt and his was older but the view was the same.
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I have not used it for ay hunting yet, but plan too. I did zero the scope with a lazer bore sight at .308 cal. I did research this scope as well as many others before buying it. In my opinion it was and is the best NV scope for the money. Reason? Rugged, black, long battery life (AA) battery's and water resistant. I also bought a doublar to extend the range of the scope. In my opinion one of the best Gen. 1 scopes made.
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It is focus-able to the viewer. I can't see clearly past 2 feet without my glasses. I see through this perfectly when I focus it. It's a tough little scope. I've been very happy with it. -DM
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the eye relief is very good around or over 3inch to4, optics are crisp clear would compare it to Monarch from Nikon and or Leupold scopes, I hope this may help you, please let me know if you have any other questions.
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Hi Bart: Yes, these binoculars will defocus when you zoom in, especially going to full zoom. It is part of the design. Some binoculars are advertised as constant focus regardless of the X power you are using, however, I am not aware any of these get high ratings for image quality. These Nikons will give you very good image quality but to get that requires an optical design that doesn't include constant focus. I bought these because I wanted the zoom feature and good image quality. In order to get anything significantly better would mean spending $2000 or more.-Mark, PC35 PhotoLab Hi Bart: Yes, these binoculars will defocus when you zoom in, especially going to full zoom. It is part of the design. Some binoculars are advertised as constant focus regardless of the X power you are using, however, I am not aware any of these get high ratings for image quality. These Nikons will give you very good image quality but to get that requires an optical design that doesn't include constant focus. I bought these because I wanted the zoom feature and good image quality. In order to get anything significantly better would mean spending $2000 or more.-Mark, PC35 PhotoLab
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The zoom is great, although it does blurry at full zoom, ie. I zoomed in on an eagle across our lake good 1/8 of a mile but I know it is the eagle would not hang it on the wall. Fast motion have limited experience some blurry others fine.