Does anyone have any experience with this scope? Does it compare to the SIII series. Where is it made? Looking for a different alternative to try out on my FX400.
jimmy
jimmy
Sightron 4-20X50 S Tac MOA-2
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Hi Jimmy,
I have both an Stac 3-16x42 and an SIII 8-32x56.
In terms of optical quality they are very very similar, if I set them both at 16x the SIII seems a little bit clearer and brighter, but this is probably because of the SIII's larger objective lens.
In terms of build quality both are very solidly constructed. The only diffrence I could notice between the two is that the focus adjustment knob on the SIII is very smooth as were in the Stac it requieres more torque to move, but nothing that would make it uncomfortable to use. Also the turrets on the SIII are solid as a rock as were in the Stac there is a little play on them.
I think your choice between the two should come down to as how much magnification you need. If you think 20X wont suffice then definitely go for an SIII if you have the funds, if 20X is enought then go for the STac, for almost half the price of an SIII you wont be disappointed
Almost forgot, the STac are made in the Philipines were as the SIII are made in Japan.
Regards
Carlos
I have both an Stac 3-16x42 and an SIII 8-32x56.
In terms of optical quality they are very very similar, if I set them both at 16x the SIII seems a little bit clearer and brighter, but this is probably because of the SIII's larger objective lens.
In terms of build quality both are very solidly constructed. The only diffrence I could notice between the two is that the focus adjustment knob on the SIII is very smooth as were in the Stac it requieres more torque to move, but nothing that would make it uncomfortable to use. Also the turrets on the SIII are solid as a rock as were in the Stac there is a little play on them.
I think your choice between the two should come down to as how much magnification you need. If you think 20X wont suffice then definitely go for an SIII if you have the funds, if 20X is enought then go for the STac, for almost half the price of an SIII you wont be disappointed
Almost forgot, the STac are made in the Philipines were as the SIII are made in Japan.
Regards
Carlos
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Thanks Carlos, just received a 8-32 today and got it mounted on my FX500. Going to shoot it for a few days and see how it works out. I've been shooting a Hawke 6.5-20X42's on the FX400 and 500. I may not need a 32x for the 400 since I consider it more of a 80 and under gun where my 500 will be shot at 80-100 most of the time. I've noticed several times that I wish the FX400 had more zoom but the better glass and the MOA reticle might make up some of the difference.
Thanks again,
Jimmy
Thanks again,
Jimmy
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There are some amazing deals on the Weaver Super Slam 4-20x50 scopes right now. I have seen some of the SFP models selling for as low as $450 new and $550-$600 for ones with the best reticles. I have been desperately looking for a good deal on a 4-20x50 scope for a while now and I haven't been able to find better glass for less than $500.
The (very) few reviews that there are for the S-Tac put me off. Apparently the glass is nice for the price but the customer service is bad enough to make me stay away. I read about people being sent a broken one and having to wait months to get it resolved etc.
Customer service is also the main complaint for the Clearidge xp5 4-20x50 mil dot (although the glass is apparently Zeiss quality).
Athlon sells a reasonably priced 4-20x50 SFP that look interesing and they have a great rep for CS (so far).
Basically, there is too many options without enough AGN review to help us. So...please buy all of them and let us know what you think...ok?
The (very) few reviews that there are for the S-Tac put me off. Apparently the glass is nice for the price but the customer service is bad enough to make me stay away. I read about people being sent a broken one and having to wait months to get it resolved etc.
Customer service is also the main complaint for the Clearidge xp5 4-20x50 mil dot (although the glass is apparently Zeiss quality).
Athlon sells a reasonably priced 4-20x50 SFP that look interesing and they have a great rep for CS (so far).
Basically, there is too many options without enough AGN review to help us. So...please buy all of them and let us know what you think...ok?
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I got my SIII 8-32X56 MOA2 mounted and sighted in for 60yds somewhat. The wind has been blowing horribly the last couple of days (25-35mph) and is expected to do the same for a couple of more. I can say so far I really like the scope, very clear and the reticle is very thin and crisp. Even at 32X the sight picture was great. The center dot is really nice to hold on target due to the lack of a cross hair to cover some of the target. The side focus knob operates very smoothly and the power adjuster is smooth but stiffer which is no surprise. The turret clicks are crisp and loud. The minimum focus on this scope is 40yds and since I very seldom shoot the FX500 below 50 yards that worked out ok. I did check the focus/parallax at 30 and 35 and on low power it was still probably 80% focused. Since I know now what the SIII looks like I might skip the STac and go with another 8-32X56 or 6-24X50 next time around.
Jimmy
Jimmy
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Jimmy if you opt for another SIII in the 32X range have you local Sightron dealer source it from Sightron's custom shop, they can adjust the parallax down to about 20-25yds on the SIII 8-32X, thats what I did with mine, it only took about an extra week to get the work done.
Regards
Carlos
Regards
Carlos
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Thanks for the tip Carlos, I'll keep that in mind. I did order, receive and mount a SIII 6-24X50 today. I'm really liking these scopes. Although I didn't have a lot of time to play with it this evening it'll focus at 30 really well with the power backed off some.
Jimmy
Jimmy
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I have the SIII 3.5-10 and had an STAC 4-16. I purchased the 4-16 after the 3.5-10 because I wanted the higher magnification at a similar size. (The SIIIs jump up a bit in size at higher mags)
After using both side by side I decided to keep the SIII and sell the STAC. The STAC glass (IMO) is pretty dang nice, close to the SIII, but the image is not quite as "real world" as the III. It's bright, crisp and clear, but the color rendition seemed more lifelike in the III - like looking out a clean window. If you never did a side by side, you'd never know.
For the money, the STAC is nice.
I also have a Bushnell 6500 elite 4-16 and the STAC gives it a good run for the price and out runs it in compactness.
Sightron claims (though I'm not sure I buy it) that the III series and the STAC share the same glass; the cost difference results from one being manufactured in Japan and the other the Philippines.
You'll be quite happy with the STAC.
After using both side by side I decided to keep the SIII and sell the STAC. The STAC glass (IMO) is pretty dang nice, close to the SIII, but the image is not quite as "real world" as the III. It's bright, crisp and clear, but the color rendition seemed more lifelike in the III - like looking out a clean window. If you never did a side by side, you'd never know.
For the money, the STAC is nice.
I also have a Bushnell 6500 elite 4-16 and the STAC gives it a good run for the price and out runs it in compactness.
Sightron claims (though I'm not sure I buy it) that the III series and the STAC share the same glass; the cost difference results from one being manufactured in Japan and the other the Philippines.
You'll be quite happy with the STAC.
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