Element Helix FFP Vs SFP

[@AirgunGearShow]

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[@davidphin1063]

Outdone yourself with this video, I'll stand corrected but I think you are the first (only) person to show the FFP and SFP side by side. Something I've been waiting to see as shops not open.

[@gizmocarr3093]

You might try using the Sunshade all the time. It improves the clarity of most scopes at higher power setting; both at long and short distances. Why it does this; is due to providing an improvement in less deviations of light reflection. Using low reflective target paper will improve group size as well. Just because you can’t see mirage doesn’t mean it is not there; it is always there just not detectable by your eyes. Trends to use complicated recital markings detract the view clarity of any scope that uses them. The human eye can only focus on one object clearly. Adding numerous objects confuses the focus of your eye. You can simply aim better with one than numerous ones that reduce both clarity and view. Using a simple one eight inch target dot works best.

[@abitoutside]

I wasn't planning on buying one of these but honestly the Helix FFP is perfect on my Maverick and I'm glad I bought it. I 100% agree about the tiny reticle and I did a followup session on it after my video release. Great video buddy

[@ashiquechowdhury4793]

Am I the only who feels the SFP is clearer than FFP?

[@AiRGuNNeROriginal]

Thanks for the well done video. The Element scopes have become ever increasingly popular. I have been supplying more and more 80mm sidewheels for this model as well as the Titan and Nexus.

[@BeefaloBart]

Oh Giles never change, we all love you.

[@dtacmed]

Aztec Side Wheel Fits Perfect !

[@NitroHV]

Very nice side by side comparison of the zoom on both the first and second focal plane reticles Giles, but i'd diffidently lean towards the second focal plane as the reticle is much more useful at 6x power and suits my style of shooting.

[@ralphtaylor9968]

Nice video again Giles, knowledge with a humorous slant, nice. A good explanation and you absolutely nailed it on people's views of either one! I'd buy these if I could afford it but my shooting is simple target at no more than 50 yard so I had to get something at half the price :-( but I did manage to get an FFP, which got good reviews. Not had it long so not done accuracy test yet but in reviews it came out OK. But the Helix looks very good indeed and the warranty, excellent!

[@paulthomas5219]

I can only really comment regarding the SFP version, which for the money I paid (£329 from OW) is good value for money. If I was to compare it to other scopes I have or have owned, it has similar glass to the Sidewinder and better than the Diamondback Tactical, the fit and finish is where it excels at this price point, better than the previously stated scopes and comparable to say the Midas Tac, obviously not the glass. The Midas Tac is a different level regarding glass and price point.

[@oncameramastery]

Cool vid as always man, lovely to have some British shooting content whilst my range is still closed! 👍

[@mightyjoeyoung1390]

Who could thumbs down ANYTHING you put out?! I bet they wear a mask in the shower... Absolutely fun and informative stuff! That said...it's called a RETICLE, not reticule...

[@shh882h]

Good vid with the subject explained in a easy way, I don't understand the maths involved either but appreciate your way of explaining things.

[@davidlynch4437]

Good video I've got the helix sfp on my .243 and its a very good scope for the money it suprised me how good it was . I have a nightforce nxs to compare it with . I'm not saying it's better than it but scary how good they are for the money and would recommend any one wanting a very good deal for a scope getting one .

[@unballisticr.i.pdadloveand7055]

You should have done this with an eye patch lol 😂 great video

[@tomcampanale8176]

Hi Giles, great review hope to meet why sometime..... if they get our country back in order, God save the queen. Tom Long Island NY

[@markgilbert7012]

Love my helix, had it about 6 months and its never missed a beat 👍

[@ianturpin9180]

There is a young entrepreneur in the UK who is making magazines for crosman pistols and rifles. They are printed from carbon reinforced nylon and come out from under a scope at a 45 degree angle. I have two one on my 1322 pumper rifle and another on my 2240 converted to a rifle. Easy to load or unload, no fumbling to load pellets. 9 in the magazine and one up the spout. You can find them on utube Please do a review on these as our young entrepreneurs need all the help they can get.

[@liquidsteel]

I really Think my Hawke Frontier Series is a good scope though ED glass both from China, and price point Hawke is tad better than Helix. Even their 30mm tube FFP also has the Dirty FFP. HOWEVER THE 2020 Hawke Sidewinder is better bang for the buck. Just my opinion though. If ya want even More look at Vortex Strike Eagle or Riton 34mm tubes and serious elevation is awesome Japanese glass vortex made in Philippines and Riton is now going to be Made in the USA. So check it out .

[@FreeFarmPestControlUK]

One problem with all that bud and that's not one of them scopes come with a lifetime zero quibble guarantee in fact I don't know of any other scope thats affordable that does, so when a hawke, mtc, vector, discovery, nikko sterling or any other budget end scope breaks or won't hold zero then they are nothing but a paper weight and then you gotta buy a new one 👌 At one point scopes like the hawke sidewinder and mtc viper pro were the ultimate airgun scope in my eyes, I wanted either one so bad. But when some of the top shooters in the world get together and managed to get a company like FX to finance a new venture like this with a focus on quality internals, high standards and a lifetime guarantee at the core, well that pretty much speaks for itself imo

[@regsparkes6507]

I was waiting for somebody to say this,.. and I think you are correct too! .....( just my opinion of course.)

[@liquidsteel]

@@FreeFarmPestControlUK thats true warranty is definitely key vortex will honor it no matter what and Riton Optics is also the same . Just because Air Jordan's a worn by a legend don't me you'll be one too. ;) good point on the Warranty though your right about that.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Great Video Buddy !!!

[@richarddixon7276]

Hi Giles . Really Interesting ! , At last - a simple explanation of the 1st/2nd focal plane conundrum, I have been enjoying Your videos for quite a while now , though all the FX (Beautiful and brilliantly made as they are ) aren't really "My Thing!" and also Out of My price range , I really miss Your springer /gas ram video's , and also that unknown masked man commonly known as "The Twig " I hope Your going to do some more soon . Keep up the great work , Good Luck with the 101 shop , Shoot Straight Stay Safe & Stay Well .

[@MrTyroneweaver]

I think hold over changes with 2nd focal plane not clicks, if I understood what you said. If you use clicks it doesn't matter what power you use

[@e.l.robbins5614]

Great review. Like the channel..Element optics are great for the money. I'm new to air gun shooting. About ready to buy my first pcp. An Element optic will be on it.

[@regsparkes6507]

If Element scopes are this good, apparently, then tell us what's wrong ( if anything ) with Hawke, Vortex and the 'upper levels' of Bushnell scopes, and why I should have to pay this much more for an Element rifle scope. For the average scope buyer, I wonder if there is really enough difference to justify the purchase. I really wish I could be convinced, before I go now and buy a new scope for my Sako Finnfie II .22 caliber rifle. P.S. I always give Giles' videos a Thumbs Up,.. he is, after all, very entertaining!

[@gkeyman565]

Great video, too much scope for my airgun being a break barrel, but I did find a still in the sealed package Bushnell with zoom for cheap at a fleamarket, scope was meant for a real rifle. (Michigan) Have a great day, even if it's cloudy, maybe the sun will come out tomorrow !! ;)

[@zombieapocalipse2020]

Hey we have 'real rifles over in England too mate 👍 used to by bushnell scopes from the States before customs started heavy taxes on them. Happy shooting!

[@liquidsteel]

Look for the old bushnell Trophy XL. They are made to handle Break Barrel plenty of scope for break barrel or Get a Hawke Air Max .

[@McleanOnTheNet]

I like the scope, but I like the watch even more :-)

[@thebeardedairgunner]

Well done sir! I hope to add one of these to my collection!

[@eoinwestman6222]

Great video Giles. You know how much I love my sfp helix. Might have to test out the ffp helix.

[@jonnyjoanknecht5164]

Good review Giles, can you review VisionKing 3-12x42 FFP IR ??

[@LondonMus]

Firstly I want to say your channel is the best mate! I’ve also purchased the FX Mark 2 Chronograph after watching your review and it’s arriving today! Can’t wait! Just wanted to ask if you could do a review on the Umarex 850 M2 Empire .177 Rifle? There’s other reviews on KZbin but I know your review would be better than the others. Thanks for all your uploads and wish you all the best👍🏼

[@abdulhaq002]

I don't think the rectical moves along with magnification in FFP. Since it is in front of the magnification lens, it is magnified when you dial the ring.

[@paulandrews3785]

Great review. have just got FFP mrad dirty ret but it's very good and dispit this it's not to much just right love 😍 it's brilliant think it's more scope for the money I paid 👍like that you don't get a wheel or scope rings or LR I paid for the scope and not stuff I probably don't need maybe a wheel I don't use one but as option extra ur extra perches yes

[@abkfishingshootingdiaries7130]

Bought a SFP from your shop a few weeks ago. I like the scope a lot. However after watching the vid I have come away a little confused. Giles said that the clicks needs to be calculated. I thought that the number of clicks remained the same regardless of the magnification setting, and that it was the holdover on different magnifications which had to be calculated in relation the calibrated x24. Help please. This is my first dial scope.

[@c.e8282]

You are right the clicks work out the same on any mag. 6 12 and 24 are relatable for hold over for example if you hold 4 lines in 24 it would be 2 in 12 and 1 in 6

[@RussDouglas222]

Clicks remain the same on FFP scopes (not SFP), because the reticle stays the same size in relation to the target being observed as you zoom. On SFP scopes I believe the calcs are only correct at one magnification. Cheers. Russ

[@RenegadeAL]

Yes, you are correct

[@gerryattric6846]

A Reticule is a Victorian ladies handbag!! It's either a Reticle or a Graticule.

[@robrobertson1586]

Does it come with a pack of biscuits 🤔

[@rhcockrum8746]

Nice job. Good review. Enjoyed the video.

[@johnnyventurino8947]

Your a good man Giles great video buddy.

[@mikefryman2617]

Well done. I learned something.

[@noonespecific9463]

I just wish I knew what he is talking about😂😂. Never even heard of 1st and 2nd focal plains. I just want to try to get a decent scope with the oversized zero wheel on top to adjust hold over easily. After this though I don’t think I’m interested in anything that sounds so complicated.

[@travisduarte4236]

Curious how it really would hold up on our 50bmg after seeing the rating.

[@michaell397]

Thanks Giles! KnifeMaker

[@shanewazhere1510]

tally hooooo Ol Boy 🇺🇸🤘😎 glad you’re on the job

[@zsozso411]

No pigeons were hurt during the making of this video.

[@byronholt3993]

Love your content!

[@Stevie4973]

Been waiting for Helix to come out in FFP having already bought a Titan but the dirty rets are not for me. Mr Dubber FFP, MRAD Clean Ret please that’s the winner for me.

[@Darkroome]

I’ve missed u Giles 😘

[@demantoid418]

Thanks this is a big help.

[@hi-tonemichael8030]

Great video thank you 🙂

[@davidpyper82]

Do the turrets feel similar on both ?

[@user-gb5lv2od9r]

Where to get these nice pigeons?

[@regsparkes6507]

Would somebody please remind Giles how to pronounce RETICLE. ( The again, ask most folks in England how to pronounce the car makers name of Peugeot ) LOL!

[@darrannewman7113]

Is that the same as aluminimum ? 😉

[@Terracotta-warriors_Sea]

always fun to watch

[@stedyone1090]

Very nice 👌 👍

[@hoabando6059]

I want buy it

[@HanSolo__]

Could have a better glass tho..

[@svilenp]

👍

[@Bushy02]

Giles, love the videos you produce. However, stop pandering to the US and Canada. The rest of the English speaking world say "maths". Whatever next? will you be putting erbs in your cooking instead of herbs? ;)

[@engineeredlifeform]

Reticule? I thought that was a type of handbag.

[@johndivit5869]

Nice job Jiles but for goodness sake, please stop saying "Reticule' - It is a Reticle! As in Bicycle not Bicycule! Do us a favour matey. It is hugely annoying.

[@kubi1110]

Used both ffp sfp and i can proudly say ffp sucks

[@murdoch451]

need to get an eye patch

[@Powerpickle68]

Even spelled aluminum wrong.