Okay, after having a defective Leapers scope, these are the two scopes I'm looking at now. It's going on an FX Wildcat (when they get some in stock again...grrr)
First up is the Vortex Diamondback 3-12x40 AO at my local gun shop and it is crystal clear, but it's got capped elevation and windage and front paralax adjustment that works but is not convienient. Did I mention it's freaking clear?? WOW! But I think more for hunting and not really a combo hunting/field target scope. Probably a nice set and forget scope that just works.
Second up is the Optisan Viper 3-12x44 with very nice push lock adjustable elevation and windage, side paralax with included large wheel, extended sun shade and a more defined illuminated field reticle. I really like this scope and it's only $50 more than the Vortex Diamondback, but there isn't one at the local gun shop for me to look through or play with. Reviews seem good, but not a lot of reviews to read. Is it clear? Does it track well and hold zero? Good for hunting and field target?? So, I'm looking for feedback on this one.
Of the two, I like the features on the Optisan Viper. But I looked through the Vortex Diamondback and can tell it's very clear but lacking on features and convienience plus is the BDC reticle.
http://www.trenieroutdoors.com/37223.html
http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-diamondback-4-12x40-ao-dead-hold-bdc-reticle/reticle
I am updating to add the AEON scope...this one looks good too.
http://www.aeonoptical.com/riflescopes
First up is the Vortex Diamondback 3-12x40 AO at my local gun shop and it is crystal clear, but it's got capped elevation and windage and front paralax adjustment that works but is not convienient. Did I mention it's freaking clear?? WOW! But I think more for hunting and not really a combo hunting/field target scope. Probably a nice set and forget scope that just works.
Second up is the Optisan Viper 3-12x44 with very nice push lock adjustable elevation and windage, side paralax with included large wheel, extended sun shade and a more defined illuminated field reticle. I really like this scope and it's only $50 more than the Vortex Diamondback, but there isn't one at the local gun shop for me to look through or play with. Reviews seem good, but not a lot of reviews to read. Is it clear? Does it track well and hold zero? Good for hunting and field target?? So, I'm looking for feedback on this one.
Of the two, I like the features on the Optisan Viper. But I looked through the Vortex Diamondback and can tell it's very clear but lacking on features and convienience plus is the BDC reticle.
http://www.trenieroutdoors.com/37223.html
http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-diamondback-4-12x40-ao-dead-hold-bdc-reticle/reticle
I am updating to add the AEON scope...this one looks good too.
http://www.aeonoptical.com/riflescopes