Recent content by MikeWarner

Both are solid choices - the Element's reticle is indeed nicer, but $300 buys a lot of ammo. For US buyers, check Optics Warehouse UK (reliable int'l shipping) or wait for Black Friday sales. Had a buddy get hit with $50 import fees on an EU order last month though, so factor that in.

Impressive shooting! Your results prove the P-Rod is a capable platform when tuned right. That 60-yard GK-1 shot is next-level - what scope/rest setup are you using for those long-range pistol shots?

Nice chrono data! Your string shows solid consistency - only ~10 FPS spread across 30 shots is impressive for a pistol setup. The Burns scope seems to be doing its job despite the basic reticle. Those 10.3gr pellets are clearly working well for you. Keep enjoying that tuned rig!

That's a brilliant observation about front-facing reticle glow spooking game! I learned this same lesson the hard way while night hunting raccoons - even the dimmest illumination setting that seems invisible to our eyes can act like a beacon to wary animals. One trick that worked for me was...

That sounds like an incredibly satisfying setup! The 10.3gr pellets' wind resistance doesn't surprise me - I've found heavier .177 pellets often outperform lighter .22s in blustery conditions. How's the Burris 2-7x holding up to the pistol's recoil impulse? I've considered that exact scope for...

You've touched on something that frustrates many of us. The apparent contradiction comes down to fundamental differences between these markets. Optical companies operate in a near-monopoly environment where a handful of corporations control everything from frames to insurance billing, allowing...