#Amazon strike eagle upgrade
#Amazon strike eagle pro

Vortex gave the Strike Eagle the best of entry-level glass complete with FMC (Fully Multi-coated) coatings. If you think you may be interested in a 1-6x FFP LPVO instead, make sure you check out the field tested Primary Arms GLx 1-6x24 FFP scope and our Primary Arms VS Vortex Strike Eagle comparison. For those who want these specs, the Strike Eagle is deserving of making the shortlist. Because the reticle is in the FFP with the 1-8x configuration, and the BDC reticle is in MOA only, the target demographic is somewhat limited. It could be more depending on your load!Īt the end of all my range sessions and field time out with the Strike Eagle, I deem it Target Tamers approved. Long story short, the BDC reticle will work for those who want the versatility of taking longer shots, if necessary, out to about 500-600 yards. 270 iBolt rifle getting in the black while holding over for elevation and wind with the reticle. My range only allows up to 200-yard shots, and I had the best results with my hunting S&W.

#Amazon strike eagle pro

I did this with the Strelok Pro app that has the EBR-8 MOA reticle in its database. Confirming what your drop is with the stadia marks are a must at the range. 308/7.62mm loads, but it’s not calibrated for either one. The next thing I wanted to hands-on test on the Vortex LPVO was the BDC reticle. Illumination Illumination Strike Eagle at 1x Magnification with and without Illumination - Images by Tina Fa'apoi (Own Work) for Target Tamers It’s fast to use inside 100 yards on a semi-auto this way. When illuminated, the 0.75 MOA floating dot and 12 MOA ring (with 2 MOA thick segments) behaves like a red dot sight. At magnification 1x and 2x, the reticle is small. When done properly, there is no fish-eye lens effect. When I was in 1x, it felt natural to want to keep both eyes open. As a mid-range, multi-purpose scope, the Strike Eagle measures up.įast Focus Eyepiece - Image by Tina Fa'apoi (Own Work) for Target Tamers

#Amazon strike eagle upgrade

If you’re a beginner looking for an upgrade with these applications in mind, it’s a shoe-in. For value, the accessories are a decent match for the overall quality of the scope. It comes with a lot of accessories, of note, the sunshade, throw lever, and flip-up caps. 1x Mag 8x Mag EBR-8 MOA BDC Reticle in FFP - Daylight Bright - Images by Tina Fa'apoi (Own Work) for Target Tamers I reckon it will do well for big game or predator hunting and prefer the lower powers that an LPVO can provide. Even though it gets very small at 1x magnification, the red dot-like performance shouldn’t be overlooked. The reticle being in the FFP may appeal to many competition shooters. It has nine illumination settings, is night vision compatible, and the reticle will not fail you as it is glass etched. It offers what every LPVO offers – versatility. In general, the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x24 riflescope is best suited to recreational use and some competition.