I just received my FX picatinny no-limit mounts and already had a set of the Eagle Vision style. So, I decided I share a couple of pics of the two systems side by side.
Eagle Vision... $80(AoA) But, it looks like they're on sale right now for ~$52 (EV website)
Accessories - Screw in level ~$10. Screw in picatinny rail sides ~$16 ($'s converted from website)
FX No limits...$80(AoA)
Total vertical height
FX= 3.64mm (4.31 advertised)
EV= 5.39mm (6.35 advertised)
Tilt. I could have measured the angle but decided not to. The FX mounts have more tilt ability but, you'd never use ALL the available tilt on either system (your scope would end up inside your rifle).
Height difference. The Eagle vision mounts are higher in many ways. Lowest setting, highest setting, and overall height.
This pretty clearly shows the differences in hardware.
The FX uses 1 screw to hold the scope in position, EV uses 2.
FX uses a long hex screw to tighten the mount, EV uses a nut for tightening.
Both use 4 hex screws for the scope bands. The FX has a much sleeker look to it vs the EV which is very utilitarian.
Here's a pic showing the level mounted (top one). Don't mind the other levels, this pic was from a different post.
The level sticks out pretty far to the side and I would worry about it if I left it on when putting the rifle in a case. This is also where the accessory picatinny rail would screw on. (The screw holes are on both sides).
I'm not going to say this one is better than that one. Guys have been using the FX mounts for years and I have not read of any problems, that I can recall. The EV's are new to the market but seem well made. I have not had either system long enough to make a judgment.
I like how slim and sleek the FX mounts are. There's nothing that's going to get hung up on clothes, etc. I don't like that there are no "pads" included to protect your scope.
I also like the utilitarian look of the EV's. The picatinny on top serves no purpose for me but, it's a nice touch. I like the level accessory even though it sticks out very far. I like the ability to add the picatinny to the side if wanted. I don't like how big they are, overall. But, that's to be expected with so many options.
Hopefully these pics help someone out there.
Happy Shooting!
Tom
Eagle Vision... $80(AoA) But, it looks like they're on sale right now for ~$52 (EV website)
Accessories - Screw in level ~$10. Screw in picatinny rail sides ~$16 ($'s converted from website)
FX No limits...$80(AoA)
Total vertical height
FX= 3.64mm (4.31 advertised)
EV= 5.39mm (6.35 advertised)
Tilt. I could have measured the angle but decided not to. The FX mounts have more tilt ability but, you'd never use ALL the available tilt on either system (your scope would end up inside your rifle).
Height difference. The Eagle vision mounts are higher in many ways. Lowest setting, highest setting, and overall height.
This pretty clearly shows the differences in hardware.
The FX uses 1 screw to hold the scope in position, EV uses 2.
FX uses a long hex screw to tighten the mount, EV uses a nut for tightening.
Both use 4 hex screws for the scope bands. The FX has a much sleeker look to it vs the EV which is very utilitarian.
Here's a pic showing the level mounted (top one). Don't mind the other levels, this pic was from a different post.
The level sticks out pretty far to the side and I would worry about it if I left it on when putting the rifle in a case. This is also where the accessory picatinny rail would screw on. (The screw holes are on both sides).
I'm not going to say this one is better than that one. Guys have been using the FX mounts for years and I have not read of any problems, that I can recall. The EV's are new to the market but seem well made. I have not had either system long enough to make a judgment.
I like how slim and sleek the FX mounts are. There's nothing that's going to get hung up on clothes, etc. I don't like that there are no "pads" included to protect your scope.
I also like the utilitarian look of the EV's. The picatinny on top serves no purpose for me but, it's a nice touch. I like the level accessory even though it sticks out very far. I like the ability to add the picatinny to the side if wanted. I don't like how big they are, overall. But, that's to be expected with so many options.
Hopefully these pics help someone out there.
Happy Shooting!
Tom
