Opinions on a well performing and durable LPVO?

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I’m relatively unfamiliar with what a good and durable LPVO is, I’m seeing good things about the Sig Tango-MSR and the Votex Strike Eagle, but are they durable? I want something that follows the K.I.S.S. thought process and is durable enough to with reasonable care be able to handle the elements and prolonged/extraneous use, I want one that’s 1x to 8x, but a 1x to 6x would work as well if it has good build quality, just want to be able to semi reliably reach 400-500 yards, do you guys have any recommendations?
 
Budget? IMO, you start getting into "OK" reliability in the $600-$1000 range, "pretty darn good" in the $1200+ range, and "duty grade" in the $1600+ range.

Vortex has a great warranty, but the Strike Eagles seem to have a relatively high failure rate.
 
I have been very impressed with the Gen 2 Viper 1-6. No problem out to 700 with that setup.

The prices on these seem to be coming down below $500 lately.

The Gen 2 is far superior to the Gen 1. I have both.

This is on a 3 gun rifle that gets thrown around. I don’t abuse it, but I don’t baby it.
 
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CZfool68 said:
I’ve got a Steiner 1-4 that’s been good. But I haven’t really beaten up on it. They seem to be well respected though.
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Only issue with the P4Xi is the price. Back when you could get one with an ADM mount for $499, it was the ticket. MIL/LEO pricing on the T6Xi 1-6 is great but it’s also heavy. Otherwise it’s very pricy and for the same money you can get an NX8 1-8

The Eotech Vudu 1-6x FFP is on sale at EuroOptic for $799 and no question is a great optic. Normal price is $1330, so it’s a heck of a sale. I’d pull the trigger on this now if I was in the market for an LPVO

Viper Gen 2 1-6 is great but heavy IMO
 
I am incredibly impressed with the Primary Arms PLXc 1-8x. So much so that I traded away the Night Force NX8.

The one I linked above is just one of the reticles they offer. And, if you're patient you can catch one of their 12% off sales they tend to run every other month or so.
 
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Frack N Cylons said:
I have been very impressed with the Gen 2 Viper 1-6. No problem out to 700 with that setup.

The prices on these seem to be coming down below $500 lately.

The Gen 2 is far superior to the Gen 1. I have both.

This is on a 3 gun rifle that gets thrown around. I don’t abuse it, but I don’t baby it.
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check out aa optics. They sell refurbs for $445. I bought one, looks brand new to me.
 
11B CIB said:
Only issue with the P4Xi is the price. Back when you could get one with an ADM mount for $499, it was the ticket. MIL/LEO pricing on the T6Xi 1-6 is great but it’s also heavy. Otherwise it’s very pricy and for the same money you can get an NX8 1-8

The Eotech Vudu 1-6x FFP is on sale at EuroOptic for $799 and no question is a great optic. Normal price is $1330, so it’s a heck of a sale. I’d pull the trigger on this now if I was in the market for an LPVO

Viper Gen 2 1-6 is great but heavy IMO
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You can still get a great deal on the P4Xi 1-4, but only with the G1 reticle. I went that route on my SBR, but I omitted it since it was only a 1-4.

Do you have a link to the Vudu? I don't see any models on sale for under $999 including the demos and SFP models.
 
Tim said:
I am incredibly impressed with the Primary Arms PLXc 1-8x. So much so that I traded away the Night Force NX8.

The one I linked above is just one of the reticles they offer. And, if you're patient you can catch one of their 12% off sales they tend to run every other month or so.
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Please talk me into one of these. I am struggling with a scope for a Ruger SFAR. I was settled on a NF NX8, then was positively going with a Leupold Mark 5 and now I’ve been sold on the PA PLXc. I like the PA’s reticle better than NF or Leupold, I like the option of capped or uncapped elevation turret, and the weight of it has me sold alone. I have like a $500 credit at Cabelas, so I could get the NX8 or Mark 5 for right at $1500.

My problem is buying a $1500 scope from a company that makes their living selling $600 scopes. Also, I’m not sure an SFAR is worthy of a $2K scope. I’m leaning hard towards the PA, help me make up my damn mind.

Edit: it would help if there was a store front that had one to see and hold.
 
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SimpleMan said:
Please talk me into one of these. I am struggling with a scope for a Ruger SFAR. I was settled on a NF NX8, then was positively going with a Leupold Mark 5 and now I’ve been sold on the PA PLXc. I like the PA’s reticle better than NF or Leupold, I like the option of capped or uncapped elevation turret, and the weight of it has me sold alone. I have like a $500 credit at Cabelas, so I could get the NX8 or Mark 5 for right at $1500.

My problem is buying a $1500 scope from a company that makes their living selling $600 scopes. Also, I’m not sure an SFAR is worthy of a $2K scope. I’m leaning hard towards the PA, help me make up my damn mind.

Edit: it would help if there was a store front that had one to see and hold.
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It truly is an awesome piece of gear. Takes a beating, clear glass, good reticle. TERRIFIC eyebox compared to the NF.
 
If you haven’t made up your mind, have a look at US Optics TS line of LPVO. They have great glass and and are about half price of the others. I run the 1x8 FFP with JNG reticle. For the money it’s hard to beat. If you decide that you want one give me a pm. I can give you a discount code that will save you about 25% off price.
 
Take a look at the Sig Sauer TANGO6T 1-6x24mm - 30mm - FFP - DWLR-556 "DVO" Kit
This is the EXACT military DVO tactical LPVO riflescope. Same laser markings, same box, mount included, caps included, throw-lever included…
only thing taken out of the box for the commercial SKU is the Laser Filter Unit
(LFU) as that is ITAR controlled.
LIMITED AVAILABILITY. - Made in the USA

Features:
  • 30mm maintube
  • Designed for MSR/AR platforms
  • Ideal for close to mid-range tactical engagements
  • Fiber optic power indicator
  • Multiple reticle options available
  • Daylight bright illumination with locking illumination dial
Inludes:
  • FFP DWLR-556 Reticle
  • 1.535" ALPHA4 Mount
  • ARD
  • Removable throw lever
  • Lay flat, flip back lens covers
  • IPX-8 Waterproofing
 
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