Continental 6-48???

[igolfat8]

I’m looking at the Vector Continental X8, 6-48 scope. It’s listed as a “Field Target” scope. I am interested in using it for 100Y bench rest but I’m confused why they are classifying it as a FT scope? Anyone have any reasons why it would not work as a BR scope?

 

[boscoebrea]

go to their website and you will see the same scope as a benchrest scope ,that said there must be a difference in the retile and range finding ,check out the specification there .

 

[Lewis]

I believe it is listed for FT use because it can focus down to 10 meters.

 

[Ezana4CE]

I’m looking at the Vector Continental X8, 6-48 scope. It’s listed as a “Field Target” scope. I am interested in using it for 100Y bench rest but I’m confused why they are classifying it as a FT scope? Anyone have any reasons why it would not work as a BR scope?

Here’s a link to the MIL SFP version of the scope in the above quote.

Continental x8 6-48x56 ED MIL Rifle Scope Benchrest - Rifle Scopes - Vector Optics

Continental 8x scope for field target, benchrest

www.vectoroptics.com

 

[JimD]

The description also lists Benchrest as an intended use. Another thing important for Field Target but not benchrest is how the parallax works. It is important that you need to rotate the parallax wheel significantly for different distances, especially as you approach 50 yards. In American Field Target I believe this is how you "range" the target. But that would be relatively unimportant for Benchrest, I believe. It apparently has a relatively small dot reticle which I like for Benchrest shooting.

I own and like a couple Vector scopes but they have 5 year warranties which is worse than my Arken, Athlon, and Hawke scopes. Not a controlling factor IMHO but a factor.

 

[Ezana4CE]

…I own and like a couple Vector scopes but they have 5 year warranties which is worse than my Arken, Athlon, and Hawke scopes. Not a controlling factor IMHO but a factor.

@JimD I knew that didn’t sound right.

source: https://www.vectoroptics.com/rifle-...x56-ED-MIL-tactical-riflescope-SCOL-TM52.html

My Continental has a lifetime warranty and it appears that this model does as well.

 

[SorenDrost]

Here’s a link to the MIL SFP version of the scope in the above quote.

Continental x8 6-48x56 ED MIL Rifle Scope Benchrest - Rifle Scopes - Vector Optics

Continental 8x scope for field target, benchrest

www.vectoroptics.com

I have this version of the Continental on a couple of my rifles used for target shooting - Amazing scope !

 

[SorenDrost]

I believe it is listed for FT use because it can focus down to 10 meters.

FT is from 9 meters and up to 50 meters

 

[igolfat8]

Thanks for the feedback. I’ve ordered one and it’s on the way.

 

[Raydee38]

Curious to where you found them in stock?

 

[igolfat8]

A member here had one that he agreed to sell me.

 

[Ackley786]

I'm using a Vector Continental 3/24x56 on the Bergara hmr in 6.5 and I must admit that for the money it's an excellent scope equal to the middle level of renowned brands.

 

[igolfat8]

I got the 6-48 mounted tonight and will have a 100Y range report tomorrow.

 

[Raydee38]

I got the 6-48 mounted tonight and will have a 100Y range report tomorrow.

I will be curious what scopes you have to compare the glass too?

 

[igolfat8]

I will be curious what scopes you have to compare the glass too?

Sightron SII 36X. I will have both side by side, on different guns though.

 

[igolfat8]

Went to the range today. The scope looked fantastic at 50Y. Moved out to 100 and the scope would not focus over 20x. Three other guys at the range tried it too and they had no success either so I know it’s not my old eyes. One guy had a Minotaur on his rifle and it put this one to shame, which shouldn’t be. I’m not giving up as there are lemons in nearly every product so to be fair I want to try another one. This one is on its way back.

I didn’t have the scope mounts crowding the turret housing and the screws were torqued to 10” lbs.

 

[Camsleadslinger]

Went to the range today. The scope looked fantastic at 50Y. Moved out to 100 and the scope would not focus over 20x. Three other guys at the range tried it too and they had no success either so I know it’s not my old eyes. One guy had a Minotaur on his rifle and it put this one to shame, which shouldn’t be. I’m not giving up as there are lemons in nearly every product so to be fair I want to try another one. This one is on its way back.

I didn’t have the scope mounts crowding the turret housing and the screws were torqued to 10” lbs.

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Hello,
Just following up on this thread. I’m considering buying one of these scopes. Did you get an answer why it would not focus above x20 power? I’m looking for real world feedback before purchasing.
Cheers,
Cameron

 

[igolfat8]

Hi Cameron. No they did not say why but they did replace the scope free of charge. The new scope works great. 40X at 100Y focus is fine. 48X is a little dimmer as expected. At 50Y the scope is fantastic. I was also able to see 300 WinMag impacts on steel, at 400Y, as I was spotting for a buddy yesterday.

I also compared it to a Sightron SIII 10-50 at 100Y and the Sightron is sharper and clearer but also at 2X+ the cost. The Continental is certainly useable (for me) at 100Y which was my goal. I will be using it at the upcoming PAC in September.

 

[Pfddi]

I bought a Continental 6x24 and it had top end focus problems also. I sent it back and got a replacement with no questions asked and the replacement works fine. Great customer service.

 

[Camsleadslinger]

Hi,
Thanks for the feedback. My plan is to use it for WRABF 50m (which will be shot in daylight). Probably using it a max magnification of around 40x. Does the scope focus down to 10 yards as advertised? And at all magnifications?