Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56 Let’s Talk about Vortex
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- My original Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25X56 video set a lot of guys off ! Vortex rifle scopes have been very hit and miss for me and my buddies . The Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25X56 I was TRYING to review were loaners from friends . Three out of three turned out to be bad . My first Vortex scopes were incredible , but as time has gone on me and a lot of other guy have been spending more time returning Vortex scopes than using them . Please remember that not every scope review is going to be positive. But I would rather be honest than make powder puff videos . Here is a link to the original Vortex Strike Eagle Video that set guys off . Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25X56 Update . Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56 Update • Vortex Strike Eagle 5-...
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I was gonna get a strike but it had to much wrong to justify the money so now imma get a arken optics sh4 gen 2 for my first rifle which is a Remington 700 5r milspec 308 24inch I pick it up at the end of the month fingers cross. Ps joe your the fucking man your my first choice on a review love your work and merry Christmas
Thanks Man
Arkenis a scope that has my attention or another BDX
Arken not availble for long time
Athlon is another great option. Love my midas tac and worth every penny
You can’t bay on vortex but then go buy a Remington.....
unless your Remington is 15+ years old
I agree 💯!!!! I don’t need a awesome warranty, I need a reliable product.
Found this and looking to get the diamondback tactical. I was leaning towards vortex because of the warranty. But now I'm back searching
I’ve been running:
Golden eagle-RPR 338
Strike eagle- Waypoint 2020
Strike Eagle- RPR 308
Diamondback tactical 6-24x50- Ruger American Hunter 6.5CM
I’m sorry some you fellas are experiencing these insane problems. I personally have had nothing but the best outcome with my optics…God bless you guys
Nice. I plan on buying the 2020 once I get into the long range game a little more. I'm starting off with the strike eagle 5-25 and savage 110 tactical for a beginner. I plan on going bigger soon. I like vortex cause they're an amazing entry level up to advanced shooters in thier variety of products. I hope they get better with thier quality control
@@DudeTheFamous your strike eagle paired with that 110 should keep you smiling for a long time. Nice combination.
Same here ! Vortex for me has been nothing short of awesome !!
Had a Vortex HST 4×16 SENT IT BACK 2 TIMES AND WENT BAD AGAIN, NO MORE VORTEX IN MY FUTURE NOW ONLY LEUPOLD. NOT BASHING VORTEX BUT MISS TWO GOOD DEER NO MORE
Yeah I have a ton of buddies with Vortex scopes and only one of them sent their scope in... After they busted the scope when they dropped their rifle. I have a Viper PST G2 and a Razor HD G2 and neither have failed me. I own Arken, Vortex, Leupold, and Nightforce scopes. The Arken SH-4 is the only one I had problems with.
Very solid point Joe. A scope belongs on the gun not in the freaking shop! Amen brother!
Vortex should start pulling production back to the States.
Their production was never in the states... Common misconception though. Vortex only has one scope they produce in the states which is the Razor AMG
Sure, if you want to pay $1300 for a scope with the optics and parts quality of a $300 Chinese scope. I have a $3k Zeiss Diascope FL 20-75x85 spotter. The scope body was assembled in China under contract (with likely mostly German made parts, surely the lenses). It's the best spotter I've ever used. China can manufacture world class products if that's what the buyer specs. And, IIRC, Vortex makes the AMG entirely in the US already. It's a $2500+ scope.
I have 7 Vortex scopes, and they are all great! Never had any problem with them.
Stay on the offense folks. We have to, HAVE to keep the pressure up. Next up suppressors, SBR'S, SBS'S, and repeal the NFA, Hughes amendment, and then the ATF as a whole. We can't let our freedom be trampled on anymore.
There are too many companies that have relied on their reputation to stay in business, not just firearms related. It would be a shame as Joe says for Vortex to end up the same as Remington. Joe keep the honest good work up.
Most impressive thing about Vortex is the marketing department...
I know. I’ve seen more vortex hats at the range than vortex optics.
They suck. Every year I send my scopes back for repair. Just got 2 back with the reticles shifting. Both passed inspection. What a joke
LMAO
@@brandonboyd2500 100% BS
I own 4 Vortex scopes, have sent 3 back for warranty. Will not buy another.
Not gonna lie I’ve turned into an athlon fan because I took joes advice on getting an ares
I have an Athlon Ares etr 4.5-30x56...love it!
I have used Athlon scopes on a work trip and we were shooting 1,000 yard shots with ease (bolt action 308 and 6.5 creedmore). I love them and would like to get one. Especially at how cheap they are.
Athlon is good, but its funny joe mentions the strike eagle coming from china. All athlon scopes except the cronus comes from china.
I opted for the Burris RT25 5-25X56 over the Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25X56 due to Joe's reviews on the Strike Eagle, and I really wanted one. There is a market, a huge one, for target hobbyist, competition shooters and hunters alike for a 1st class mid level priced but very reliable scope under a $Grand. So far so good on the Burris. Very clear optics and holds zero. I think it is going to be a winner and certainly an alternative for the dwindling Vortex loyalists. Mounted on a Remington 700 PCR .260 and my 63 year old eyes can shoot a sub 1/2 MOA. On a side note, I have a Vortex 3-12X56 Hog Hunter that is tough as nails on a .308 that I wouldn't take twice what I paid for it. Maybe Vortex should have built the Strike Eagle to the same standard. Thanks Joe.
Keep putting out honest videos the majority will appreciate it. People who are brand loyal have always confused me. Who gives a shit if ya bought something 10 years ago that was the be all end all if theyre putting out garbage now?
You're right, some companies that use China for manufacturing can produce a quality scope. It depends on how stringent the company wants to be. HECK my Hawke Frontier is China made but the quality is perfect. No on problem everything works and it tracks perfectly.
Absolutely Love the videos Joe. You (sadly) hit the nail on the head. Vortex's Philippine made optics (PST) are much better then their Chinese made optics. Of course those are still a few steps behind their Japanese made optics. It unfortunately just the way things go.
Reminds me of Tommy Boy. "The guarantee on the box just means you bought a guaranteed piece of crap."
If you want me to shit in a shoebox and mark it ‘guaranteed’, i can. I have spare time. But for your sake, for your daughter’s sake, you might wanna think about buyin a quality product from me.
"I can take a dump in a box and stamp it guaranteed, I have the time" I use this line all the time!
Gold ring till the day I die. 🇺🇸
Leupold
Spot on brother.
I got a Leupold Freedom variable power that goes to 18X and although it is by no means a high dollar scope I am impressed with it. If a scope won't hold zero great optics are meaningless. The Leupold has decent glass and holds zero and has great eye relief. For $500 I am happy.
GoldRingGang vx3hd
This is kind of review that we need more of. Not because it highlights a problem, but because it informs buyers to do more research before spending money on something "because of a brand name". This channel has never let me down or given bad info to the viewers. Great video!!!!
Thanks a ton for saying that. I've been getting all kinds of hateful comments and hate emails and everything else after posting this video. The truth is a ruthless b**** it doesn't matter what company it is. If any other company does like this I'll say the same. Look at my UTG. Hawk. BSA. All of those are no way I would recommend
@@CyclopsJoeVideos I guarantee everyone who complains that you're a Vortex hater would be singing the same tune if theirs failed. The more they cry you're unfair the more you know can never accept someone has a different opinion or outcome then they do. Don't ever stop being honest!
Nice honest vid ! I own 4x Razors and never had a problem with them and i stick with the razor line because it is made in Japan....i honestly don't trust scopes made in china even though i also own a Primary arms 1-6 raptor and am happy with it
PS: just suscribed ✌😉
I own 5 with no issues.
Hope it stays this way haha
One is a Razor gen2 absolutely amazing scope
this channel turned into a vortex hater channel lol. Haven’t heard anything bad from anyone who owns a vortex scope. I think it’s a solid entry level long range scope. The holo sight is also amazing. Own both, scope and holo and never had any problems with it.
Thank you for the video. I was weighing getting a vortex scope because of the warranty. Your presentation of this info was complimentary of the people, honest and constructive criticism for Vortex. Kind of the way you wish a boss presents criticisms. Hopefully they see and address the info brought up in this video.
And yes, I concur a "shitload" is a Texas unit of measurement. Just like how if someone from Texas ever says "bless their heart" when criticizing someone, be aware that the person they're talking about is ate up with the dumbazz.
Thanks Joe. I have been researching scopes, and it was down to Leupold, Zeiss, and Vortex. Looks like I'm going to stick to Leupold. Vortex offers more features for the price point, but what is saving a couple hundred bucks for features you can't use because your scope is at the factory?
No room for anything unreliable on my bench.
Check out the song, “She ain’t pretty.” By the Northern Lights.
One things for sure, if vortex send a sniper to take you out for this video....your safe 😂
I bought one Vortex scope a few years ago... Just to find out if all the hype was worth it. In having spent 50 years with Leupold and their full life time warranty and never experiencing a problem with their 100% American made scopes, I should not have thrown my money away by spending it on Vortex...
That Vortex sits in the box it came in, not worth the time and trouble to send it back. I'll stick with 50 years of success with an American made Legend, LEUPOLD!
No bullshit reviews . Bought a righton 3-18x50 because of you
I know not a scope-but my venom and viper red dots have both been back for losing zero repitively
Nothing is more irritating than a gun or scope that doesn't shoot like it should. Never been disappointed in Leupold ( made in USA).
LOL "They are through with your mud duck ass" You are awesome Joe keep up the good work. 8:39.
Your information is amazing you make it alot easier to understand .Canada 🇨🇦 thinks your awesome.
You need to make a video telling us what the scopes that you dont recommend!
That's a great idea
I only have a strike eagle 1-6 and its been working good for over a year. But I've heard of other people saying the same things you said
Agree with this 100%!
The Orson Wells quote is gold!
We've used hundreds of scopes from dozens of manufacturers over the past 40 years or so. Vortex optics were great years ago, now it is hit or miss. I have several great Vortex scopes from several years ago and love them, but have had enough issues with their more recent products that I don't trust them anymore and look to alternate options. Am currently using Arken and Bushnell for budget scopes, Athlon, EOTech, Leopold for mid range, and US Optics, Valdada, Schmidt & Bender for higher end optics. Screw Vortex, they can shove their overpriced crap.
If Vortex were smart, they should have left their products as flagship with lower profit margins, and put out an offshoot brand of mass market optics that are a balance of quality vs value with higher profit margins. That other brand could ride on the coat tails of Vortex for instant market recognition, while Vortex itself doesn't make any compromises for its name and retains its product quality and reputation. Doing this has actually become a trend with manufacturers, don't understand why Vortex isn't doing it.
LEUPOLD MADE IN THE USA
Appreciate the honesty - helps protect those of us how need to spend our dollars wisely!
You are right Joe and thanks for the info my friend 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I was a first time scope buyer that was just about to buy a Vortex a few weeks ago based on 5 year old reviews and their impressive display at my local big box store. Stumbled upon Joe's videos which enlightened me about how many high quality alternatives are out there. Ended up with a Riton X3 (largely in part to his recent reviews) and couldn't be more satisfied. Thanks Joe! (hopefully Vortex will turn things around)
Riton is putting out some great stuff !
When our dept starting allowing Lpvo’s for patrol rifles, I got a Steiner 1-4, buddies got: Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6, Vortex Viper PST 1-6 & Primary Arms 1-6. My Steiner had the clearest glass, the Strike Eagle’s glass looked cloudy at 100yds, the Viper had something wierd inside the tube & had to be sent back. The PA was good for the money. I also had a Athlon 1-4 that was about $180 on a .300blk. That cheapest Athlon was way clearer than the Strike Eagle. Vortex, no thanks. Better options, listen to Cyclops too. Now I like: Athlon, Arken, US Optics, Steiner, Burris, Meopta, Riton & PA.
Thanks Chris
Your an honest man Joe that's a rare quality today. Keep shooting straight and doing reviews. Truth cuts deep and wide.
*YOU'RE
For the price of a higher end Vortex you can own an Elcan. No comparison.
I personally own 1 leupold and 3 vortex. a crossfire, a strike eagle, and a sonora. Haven't had a single issue from any of them. The old leupold is now almost 12 years old and functions flawlessly, the vortex so far have been great as well. I don't burn thousands of rounds though so that might affect things as well. Hope mine last we will see.
The company's who gutted there scopes quality to such an extent that you took there vids down? Would you mind telling me who?
Discovery , Sun Optics , Aeon , BSA , and Steiner
Own 6 vortex scopes, never had one fail. I guess they are all original
I have 3 vortex scopes, Binos and range finder never had a single issue.... I can’t say he same for leupold I’ve owned
I have 15 Vortex scopes/ red dots and a range finder. All working well so far.
I bought my first Vortex a PST Gen II and the illumination failed after the first use. Back to gold ring for me.
@@andrewrogers5225 what happened to you're leupold scope i have 2 mark 5 and haven't had any problems
@@andrewrogers5225 what problems have you had with leupold?
Man, I completely agree with the issues that I can relate to. I was at academy, checking out some LPVO's. I had the customer rep pull out a $200 Redfield and a $400 Vortex. I tell you that there was no comparison. That Redfield was about twice clearer at high power. And I liked the feel of the turrets better also. And the Academy guy even said the same. I never got past the sale to experience the issues that cause their warranty return! I have met a couple of Vortex guys too and they were absolutely top-shelf guys! I want them to prosper! But this stuff is gonna hurt them in the long run. Im not going to buy them until I solidly know that the issues are fixedThanks Joe!
I've had a Razor Gen I and a PST Gen 2, and both have done me well. However, this sounds consistent with companies that got super popular and the demand got so high, their ability to maintain quality control got away from them. Kimbers were great, got popular and and then QC went to hell. Folks had issues with then and it took a while for them to build their rep back. Optics have gone the way of 1911s, ARs and bolt guns. Innovation, competition and the market gets flooded. Quality for low price out of these newer brands will turn Vortex into Leupold if they're not careful.
I don’t trust a single vortex scope other than the Razor. And even then I still prefer Nightforce to the razor, even if the glass quality isn’t quite as perfect.
I agree
I dont doubt the problems you described Joe. I've purchased 3 Vortex scopes in the last 5 years and never had any problem.
A 3x9x40 crossfire ll
A 4x12x40 crossfire ll
A 4x12x40 diamondback
all with no problems whatsoever.
this channel turned into a vortex hater channel lol. Haven’t heard anything bad from anyone who owns a vortex scope. I think it’s a solid entry level long range scope. The holo sight is also amazing. Own both, scope and holo and never had any problems with it.
Huh I bought a vortex crossfire 2, 3 months ago no problem so far. Hopefully stays that way.
And 3 months is a good period to see how it works? How many rounds downrange? Does it consistently track? Reticle canted? Can you take it up to 1000 yards and back to your original zero without losing it? My guess is probably not. I've seen more vortex scopes take a shit than any other brand. I'd never trust one.
@@nolanrandolph4574 k. Lol chill tf out. Sorry you had a bad experience??? But not my problem so....
No worries man. sometimes we can't afford high end shitso no hard feelings or disrespect intended man. At least your a gun toting deplorable like I am! The last thing we need to do is divide ourselves! At least with that vortex , you're still getting to burn some powder!
I don't want to buy Chinese, but don't mind buying Japanese at all. That's why I got a gen2 Razor HD.
Same I got a gen2 razor hd as well phenomenal.
No Chinese for me. I run irons until I can afford Japanese.
Same.
I have absolutely zero issues on any of my higher end Vortex optics.
Including my Viper PST and my Razor HD 1-6.
I have 3 vortex scopes. 2 diamondbacks and a Strike Eagle 1x6 haven’t had an issue with any of them. However, they are older models so maybe I got lucky.
Thanks, Joe. In Spain we have had a problem with a brand of scopes that started with a great team, producing in Asia and offering indestructible scopes. I have had one for 4 years and it has gone through standard and magnum cartritges. A rock. A couple of years ago his latest (and most expensive) model was filled with humidity and fog. The brand responds, but they are not reliable. I understand you.
I thought the vortex was a nice a scope . Crossfire 2 great on 4-6 power once it hit 9 the image was terrible . I just took it back and bought a tried and true Burris . Can’t go wrong with Burris , leupold and konus
I had many vortex scopes not no problem at all
Your experience with Nissan and Honda are dead opposite from mine. Hopefully our scope experiences are too.
i recently bought a swampfox patriot 6-24x50 and thought it was a decent scope for the price, i then bought a vortex diamondback tactical 6-24x50 for the same price and was blown away at the difference in the quality of the glass. the swampfox will work at 100 yards but is not the clearest sight picture. its pretty hard to see .22 cal hits at 100 yards with it. but the vortex, you can see all your .22 cal hits at 100 yards very easily without trying to squint or focus your eyes like in the swampfox. i just got my arken sh4 gen 2 for christmas and as soon as its not cold as balls outside i will be testing that one out too. hope everyone had a nice christmas!
Spot on. There are far too many quality optics out there right now to waste money on a vortex. Tract, meopta, Arken are prime examples
Buy American! Vortex sux !!!!
Primary Arms and the ACSS reticles beat Vortex in nearly every way.
Ive owned both and side by side the vortex just has better glass..
So strange, I’ve had nothing but success from vortex- 1 scope 5-15 razor
2 strike fire red dots
I’ve run vortex through at least a dozen rifle classes over the years without issue.
I own two older Vortex scopes and they are decent for the money spent. My deer rifle sports a Leupold VX-6
I’ve got an older Strike Eagle 1-6 and gen 1 1-8 that actually work... so far! Although there is a little speck of glue at the 2 o’clock position on the 1-6’s reticle that drives me crazy. I had an early model PST 1-4 that I could never get to work for me... that could of been me... But my diamondback 2-7 on my bolt action 22lr somehow came loose inside... sending the POS back.
I wish I could afford to buy USA everytime. I would. It's just not feaseable for me. Like you Joe, I'm looking for the best product I can get for the dollar. Many of us have very few ducketts to waste these days.
I'm loving my Bushnell AR Optics scope. Bright and clear, great turrets for $149. I got it on sale at the Bushnell site, lowest price is found. It was lower than optics planet or anywhere else on their own site.
Wish I could afford to buy German every time
@@TheKillrGreen joe actually told me about those bushnell ar scopes. I may have to get one now...
@@joshuagibson2520I was blown away by the quality for the price. Optics Planet had them for $189 I think, maybe $179 at best. But the Bushnell site was $149 at the time. Make sure you check a few places and compare to the direct site.
@@TheKillrGreen thanks man. Will do. Firing up my own killer green and searching prices online, NOW.
So I own 3 Vortex products. 6-24x50 Crossfire II on a 7mm rem mag Tikka T3 Lite. Sent back due to no hold zero. New one sent back is amazing. No issues for 4 years now. Cossfire binoculars. Eyepiece fell out. Sent back, new one has zero issues. Been a good few years. Vortex ranger 850 rangefinder. No issues never sent back. Great Archery rangefinder. Will I buy more Vortex products? Probably not.
I hear ya
so true about vortex ,Joe you are right again it a damn shame, thanks for the truth again .
You're more than welcome Bart I'm hoping guys can handle the truth
Primary Arms and Arken are both better than vortex, Leupold remains the gold standard in durability and warranty
Leupold is a pain in the ass to deal with as far as warranty goes
Ha Ha are you typing that with a straight face....LOL
@@paulhayden255 yeah, i dropped my slug gun out of a treestand about 15ft one time and it didnt shift the zero
I have a basic vortex scope on my .308 hunting rifle. No problems with it in 4 years but it doesn’t get a huge amount of use. I think you have to think of your use case. Once a year hunting rifle scope seems to be a good use case.
SO......they are not Arkens? Lol :) WE GET IT. Can’t wait to get my Arken.
I think the Arken scopes are improving. Just got the SH4 GEN 2
Nay has nothing to do with the brand . If Arken goes downhill I'll call them out for it just as quick
Absolutely right my man. The only reason vortex offers a great warranty is you're gonna need it. Vortex optics are shit! Leupold or Nightforce all the way.
Low end maybe but there high end are top notch. Coming from a leupold guy.
Thanks for your honesty Joe. It’s hard to take on that responsibility when taking about such a big company, but I think you did it tactfully and with Grace and you weren’t too harsh on them. I’m sure this video will help out a ton of people who are starstruck by the name and the brand rather than the quality. Ultimately it’s a pretty bad long-term plan for them to continue this so I think they’ll be forced to bring back their OG quality.
Yeah man , lotta guys hating on this video ....but the truth is the truth
I don't own a Vortex...never will. i have never bought into their marketing hype. A Leupold sits proudly and permanently atop my hunting rifle. And so it shall ever be.
I feel ya man
I own 3 rifles. They all have gold rings on top. Super light, good eye relief, good glass, and they take a beating.
Only ones I have are made in Philippines sucks they can't get the ones made in China to work out Like Athlon does
Do they have it somewhere on their site, which scope/red dot is made where?
You disappoint me Joe! Did I just hear you apologize for hurting Fanboy’s Feelings? 😂 Keep up the good honest work my friend!
Best scope reviews on RUclips! Keep up the great work and honesty. I’ve talked two friends into buying vortex both got diamond back tacticals. One was flawless the other strait out the box had to be sent back. The parallax knob would free spin , wouldn’t stop at infinity and 20 like it’s supposed to. And it didn’t adjust anything when you moved it. I recently got a new in the box second focal plane strike eagle that they discontinued and it seems solid but the turrets are junk. Mushy and not audible at all. For sure wish I would have spent another hundred dollars and got a arken.
I'm glad you had this review of the Vortex. I'm still trying to figure out what scope I want. I'm looking at the 6x24,50 scopes and the Vortex just Xed out. Still looking at the Arken, Black Hound, Element Helex, and around the 400$ to 500$. This will be my last and want it to be all I want.Thank you Joe !
Vortex is trash no question, only thing I would buy from them is the UHD binoculars.
The problem with lifetime warranties sometimes is they send you another one of their products. HiPoint has a lifetime warranties but the problem is only thing they'll do is send you another HiPoint. LOL
Again merry Christmas and happy holidays Really appreciate your honesty and what you do..
I personally don't want China made anything...I'll take Japanese or Philippines over the CCP made stuff
I go out of may way to not buy anything made in China. But some people don’t care. Only think 🤔 of there selfs
@@bryanwilliams3524 I AGREE NOT GETTING CHINESE PRODUCTS AS MUCH YOU CAN, HOWEVER MAYBE SOME PEOPLE CAN'T AFFORD IT AND HAVE NO CHOICE, NO??!!
Because of you and TiborasaurusRex I am 4 weeks into my wait for the Arken SH4 6-24X50 GenII ... I skipped the Strike Eagle!!! Thank You!
You are more than welcome
Leupold LRP or Mark 4-the best warranty you’ll never use
Bought a Vortex Viper that lasted about half a box of shells on a Savage .308. I was able to get my money back then I bought a Nightforce...zero problems. I’ll never own another Vortex product.
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This is why I'm not going vortex for a scope. Sure the warranty is great but it will cost money and time to rezero a new replacement scope. I have a vortex venom that I will warranty and sell if it breaks.
I spent so much in ammo troubleshooting . Getting broken scopes out of the box ill never give Vortex a cent again
Why would Americans keep buying Chinese?
No idea
Ignorance the lack of knowledge
Case closed
Vortex quality has went to hell. I was a Vortex fanboy for years. I had several vipers. They were sold on ebay. Thanks for the PSA Joe. I'm seeing the same thing. Merry Christmas
Anyone that has a problem with a vortex... you don’t have to send anything in for warranty issues. Any dealer will swap it out over the counter without even a receipt. Btw not a vortex owner. Arken here!
Ive always had good luck wih my Vortex scopes and red dots. Even had a house fire and they survived and still work....many cheaper scopes didnt make it. Ive actually had gun issues more then optic issues.....sent my Marlin 336 back to them 3 times under warranty. Sent a Browning Xbolt back and then got rid of it. And dont get me started on my M1 Carbine from Kahr Arms....GARBAGE. It just luck of the draw I think....with so many guns, scope, ammo, parts, accessories being made and sold....the % of lemons has to go up.
Being in Texas I’d like to see Sightmark come around to the Cyclops lol there new Citadel Line is top tier Glass and a pretty good price for my Old Broke DAV Ass lol. I remember the Tasco and Simmons and Bushnell from the early 70’s and 80’s made in Japan Optics that were Insane freaking nice quality but NOT NOW..! Great Video my Friend Semper Fidelis
I often watch your videos which are very good and in addition teaches a German the correct texan english (so funny ...). I want to give a comment to this video, because I just bought a Vortex Strike Eagle 3-18x44 MRAD. I didn't had this scope on the radar at all, it was a recommendation from the seller. I was more on a Meopta Optika 6 or a german brand.
Yesterday in the beginning dusk I compared the Strike Eagle back2back with some of my Scopes: Swarowski Z8i 2-16x50, Swarowski Z6i 2-12x50, Tract Toric 4,5-30x56. I tested all scopes from 50-1.000m against landscape, traffic signs, leaves, gras etc. Honestly, I was shocked how good the Strike Eagle was ! I really would say it was at 85-90% of the Swaro's and they are true reference in my opinion (and the Vortex has the smalles lens with 44mm !) Astonishingly the glas of the Vortex was better than the glas of the Tract. From the mechanical side I also have absolutely nothing to complain. OK, the illumination could move a notch lighter and there is not OFF between the 11 illumination steps, but these are only minor things. So I would give an absolut recommendation for the Vortex Strike Eagle, I think at this price point you wan't find a better optic with a lifetime warranty. For the price of one Swaro Z8i you can buy nearly 4 Strike Eagles. The Tract disappointed me in this comparison, I had it much better in my mind, but never compared it this way back2back with other scopes (mechanically I think it's nearly unbeatable).
while overlooking the fact that you are from texas your opinion is valued . keep your ass on the channel and keep doing what you do . happy new year to you and yours . be safe .
Happy New year
Going back to Luepold, much brighter and clearer picture in low light conditions.
Great Choice
I am on a third diamond back 4-12x40. The first one i bought i put on a DPMS LR308. The reticle did a FLOP on me and i returned it where i bought it. #2... same scope, shooting the lr308 @ 100 yds. It was shooting ALL OVER THE PLACE i could barely keep on paper. I am no expert marksman but at 100yds i can generally keep any rifle at 1.5 to 2 moa. So i sent it back to Vortex. They told me i overtightened the rings. LMAO!!! But they did send a new 4-12x40. So i am still testing it and just WAITING for it to go SOUTH, or should i say "NORTH" being a Texan...
I've had 5 vortex optics , only had issues with 2 and one of them is a minor issue just more of an annoyance
PST GEN 2 - EXCELLENT
STRIKE EAGLE 1-6 - EXCELLENT
STRIEK EAGLE 5-25 ( great except for the parallax adjustment SUCKS )
VIPER red dot - TRASH
Razor AMG - FUCKING AMAZING
I had major issues with another model. FOCUS CAMERA on EBay screwed me out of my return postage fee.
So, NO Vortex and NO FOCUS CAMERA is crap in my life.
Will NOT hold ZERO is the issue.
Dang, I enjoy your posts. You are genuine.
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I’ve taken your advice and bought a couple scopes that you reviewed. Explanations on pros and cons make your channel unique. No holding back and backed up by your facts. I think you got a real good thing going on here and keep it up.
I can't disagree with you. I own two PST's (1st gen 2nd fp, 2nd gen 1st fp). 1st gen was used, and I wanted the sunshade and lens covers. willing to pay for them they wanted to give me the cheap covers, no, no I want the better flip covers. Well, they sent me what I asked for, for free. Okay I'm sold, these guys are great. I buy new 2nd gen but the windage adjustment is nowhere near center, more than 7 mils out of center. I call and they tell me it's the rifle. Now I'm not so sure. Now I'll spend my money somewhere else. I think I'll try a Tract next.
Thanks Joe. You're the MAN.
I am always shocked by the number of issues I hear on the Vortex scopes or products.
I had a Vortex Diamondback 3-9x40 which the reticle turned but it had to do with the scope rings I installed, they had crushed the tube
Vortex PST Gen I 6-24x50 no issues on my daughters PRS rifle
Vortex PST Gen I 4-16x50 no issues and sits on my 22 PRS rifle
Vortex HST 4-16x44 no issues, installed on 300wsm lightweight hunting rifle
Vortex Diamondback 3-9x50 on my 10/22 haven’t had an issue but it is a rimfire
Vortex Razor Gen 2 4.5-28x56 no issues on my 6.5x47 PRS rifle
Vortex 11-33x50 spotting scope , I did have the eyepiece collar come loose sent it back
Vortex Diamondback Binos 10x44
Eyepiece diopter spun so sent it back
Overall I have been very happy with the products, I don’t think the glass is top tier but the price reflects that
I do worry about the newer lines coming out as I assume they have to make up for the no fault warranty somewhere and I have heard a number of issues with the Strike Eagle
Hope they can turn it around
Thanks for the heads up. Just getting ready to go pick up a couple of vortex for a couple of Christmas presents that I got but I’m glad I did some research.
what about Primary Arms scopes? I'm looking for a prismatic or etched illuminated reticle LPVO for my AR - I have astigmatism and a red dot won't cut it. Also, I want something I can reach out past 100 yards with, so I'm looking at the Primary Arms SLx 1-6x24 SFP Gen3 rifle scope with the ACSS reticle. Would you recommend that, or something else? The SLx Gen3 is going for $289, a good price I think.
Vortex are now mass produced and sold everywhere. Still too much money to risk all kinds of quality issues.
Thoughts for today? DON'T BUY SCOPES MANUFACTURED IN CHINA.
Their premium lineups manufactured in Japan were pretty impressive unlike their low-end ones.
I've have a 87 Honda Accord. I've only took it back one time. It had a right outer cv joint that went bad. The car has over 400.000 miles on it.
Honda replaced the cv joint for free.
I personally think any company can have bad products.
I've been a auto mechanic for 35 years. I've worked on many different brands of cars.
I've seen good and bad.
As long as things are man made there's always going to be problems.
Look at the space shuttle.
Marten thicon built the solid rocket busters. And as you know a leaking o ring was a fatel flaw. All were killed.
Just think how much money and research went into that peace of equipment.
I have four Vortex scopes, and two Vortex red dot sights. One scope went back because the cross hairs were not square to the turrets. Overall, decent, but not great. I bought two Bushnell Match Pro scopes after seeing your video on them, and they are way better than the similar price Vortex.
Man I love the Match Pro
Funny I stumbled onto this now.
I just bought my 1rst Vortex to put on my Christensen ranger.
Used it twice, 3rd time it broke.
Started shooting left, went to adjust & the little clicker is not clicking.
You can turn & turn & turn the windage turret & it doesn’t move the crosshairs.
It’s hard for me to buy scopes on line & I KNOW what you are doing is meant to take that fear away. & I thank you.
I need to just order scopes you have reviewed & stop with the limited bullshit selection at my local shop.