MEOPTA Optika6 3-18x50 - The Best Mid-Powered Optic? - First Person RePew

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Meopta has hit the metaphorical nail on the head so hard. That its left me floored with how good I think their Optika6 3-18x50 is. The MRAD 1 reticle developed by Dark Lord of Optics is the perfect. Its perfect for my practical shooting, and can Easily be used for precision shooting as well. It is as simple as this. If functions flawlessly, and looks just as good.
00:00 - Reticle Overview
02:02 - Elevation Turret Overview
03:05 - Tracking Test
04:46 - 30-400y
09:29 - 1ky
10:38 - 30-400y Harsh Shadows
11:14 - 50y
12:27 - Eyebox Test
13:18 - 100-320y
18:22 - Ambiance
20:22 - Overview
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[@dotcombust]

So I purchased one of these in MRAD FFP based off this review .. this is an amazing scope! Edge to edge Schott Euro glass, construction in Czec and in the USA (FL from what I've read). Locking turrets, easy tool-less zero reset, parallax down to 10 yards, 50mm obj. Sold my PST II 3-15 and XTR II 3-15 in favor of this scope. hands down, it just out performs and out features its competition in this price class. Great review!

[@CDOES]

Pew Pew! Glad you like it!

[@MegaRaimundo123]

sabes que una vez mande un correo electronico a MEOPTA para preguntar el origen de los OPTIKA 6, y me respondieron que no me podian decir pero claramente por el precio no es 100% CHECO (cz) a diferencia de su gama alta MEOSTAR R1 / R2 QUE ES 100% HECHO EN CZECH REPUBLIC!!. QUE OPINAS?

[@chrisr5327]

Did your MRAD FFB 3-18x only illuminate the crosshairs inside the donut like in this video?

[@MegaRaimundo123]

Estas seguro que tiene Schott Euro ? Que yo sepa el optika 6 esta hecho en china...

[@shaolinwarriormark]

@@CDOES would you add this scope on a 16 inch ar15 5.56?

[@commonsense5709]

Fantastic review. Thanks for keeping it real and keep making the best youtube scope cam videos.

[@robcullen9984]

Good vid mate I was just looking at a 4.5- 27 FFP yesterday at gun shop for 300PRC and was very impressed, after your vid i think im sold cheers

[@CrIiiIsis]

Thank you so much for making these videos. They're great, usefull, straight to the point, honest and complete.

[@CDOES]

My pleasure!

[@MD-vt2wc]

Thank you. Great review.

[@slipknnnot]

You simply make the best scope reviews on KZbin... I can't believe you don't have 100k subs

[@CDOES]

Much appreciated mate! Gotta thank the algorithm. I got on a year or so to late 😔

[@circuit_stu]

Awesome review. Looking forward to the vs. video.

[@CDOES]

As am I!

[@CDOES]

00:00 - Reticle Overview 02:02 - Elevation Turret Overview 03:05 - Tracking Test 04:46 - 30-400y 09:29 - 1ky 10:38 - 30-400y Harsh Shadows 11:14 - 50y 12:27 - Eyebox Test 13:18 - 100-320y 18:22 - Ambiance 20:22 - Overview

[@aabens]

Just bought a Optika6 last month. It's just awesome for the price!

[@e7tegt503]

I’ve been looking at this scope. Thanks for the review.

[@CDOES]

Pew Pew

[@sidwills]

Thank you for the fantastically detailed review! I would be very interested to see a video featuring low light/dusk conditions and looking from brighter to darker environments. As a deer stalker it's that low-light performance that really marks the quality of optics

[@CDOES]

I am going to be putting this up against the PST II soon. I will feature it in that segment for sure.

[@p47rr]

Bought one. (5-30X56mm) Assembled in Czech Republic. This model has some components made in Philippines. Their higher end models are completely made in Czech Republic. They no longer assembled in the USA. I absolutely love mine.

[@commonsense5709]

What is the highest magnification it can be set at before any noticeable chromatic aberration on the 5-30x56 model?

[@SnapD24]

CDOES, you're a real one for this. I was looking through your older videos for a midrange optic, and I saw the showdown between this and a PST II. I just received one I got on sale and I'm blown away. For the features and glass clarity, it's really hard to believe that I found this for less than $700. Hell, even at $700, it seems like a steal. This might be the P4xi all over again.

[@CDOES]

My friend just bought a Savage 110 in 308 to get into long range precision. I let him look through my O6 today. He was immediately sold for the price. My next big purchase will be the 5-30 version. It has the potential to be a king slayer

[@SnapD24]

@@CDOES I'm literally still sitting here at night just scoping things in my neighborhood. I'm still in disbelief.

[@jamesmooney5348]

Thanks

[@TheEDCTribe]

Trying to decide between this and the Athlon Ares 3-18. This looked great though!

[@kris308100]

Just ordered the Optika 6 2,5-6x44 SFP illuminated. Meopta are fantastic. Definetley optically as good as the best for very good prices. And nothing Chinese in them. A massive plus for me.

[@CDOES]

Absolutely!

[@WhiskeyTangoFoxtraught]

Where did you order it? This Dark Lord Reticle, looks pretty awesome!

[@kris308100]

@@WhiskeyTangoFoxtraught Hi Randy. I'm in England so it would probably be of no interest to you where I had it from. I had to go through the main uk distributer and they sent it to my local gunshop. I guess your in the States so don't know who you would get it from. What I can tell you is that the glass is exceptional. Easily alpha class. And as good as any swaro, zeiss or S and B. I should know as I have these makes of scopes also.

[@eliaslinden8525]

Tank you for fantastic reviews! I would love to se the Meopta MeoStar R2 1-6. Can you make that review and possibly compare it to Vortex viper pst gen 2, 1-6?

[@joshwilliams1678]

Ive been looking for something for my ar 10 and i was pretty much set on a pst 3x15. Im familiar with the pst as I have one in 5x25 for a bolt gun. There's a very good chance i grab a Meopta now instead. thanks for this.

[@tobiasripperger6991]

Great, unbelievable for this price. Maybe I rethink buying a Steiner M7Xi. Maybe you could get hands on a Meopta MeoTac 3-12x50 RD MilDot3?? Would be interesting how the double price changes performance 🤔

[@chaogimali]

Love your reviews, totally new to any sort of distance (more than 100 yards). Would you recommend this for a newbie like me for something like a scar17? Im dipping my toes into getting out to distance and the budget of this optic is appealing as a way to learn and build up to something later. Primarily would be a range and possibly hunting rifle.

[@CDOES]

A year later, but I would reccomend it. There is a great article on Rokslide about this optic. It holds up great.

[@ppmnox]

your reviews are exceptionally good. I'm driving to sportsman's Warehouse to pick one of these up right now :-) on another note, just go ahead and admit that you and lock picking lawyer are the same person. just do it.

[@CDOES]

I can neither confirm nor deny such a claim. Tho I do wish I had his subs!

[@Ron-ni8uu]

Lock picking lawyer is the stig from top gear😂

[@niskibum5196]

Looking for a hunting scope right now, thanks for the review. I believe that when comparing this to the PST II, if they are very close in performance then the Vortex warranty will make my decision. Hunting can be hard on an optic, and it's nice knowing if I damage it I am not out hundreds of dollars.

[@CDOES]

Completely understandable. And I completely agree. The Vortex is perfect in that regard.

[@lucashornbrook78]

Meopta has a perfect warranty as well. Lifetime no questions asked.

[@niskibum5196]

@@lucashornbrook78, direct from the Meopta website "The warranty does not cover defects caused by improper or rough handling,", while Vortex is a lifetime "no fault" warranty. I can accidentally drive over my scope with my truck and Vortex will repair or replace it. There is no comparison in my opinion.

[@steviedeezy]

dammit man i love your videos but my wallet hears boss music every time i get a notification of one of your reviews. another quality review on a very good optic. the current MSRP on this thing makes it very enticing. I might try one on a 224 valkyrie build to put it to the test for medium (500-700 yard) range duty.The turrets might not have some premium features like other scopes but im not too worried about the turrets as im a set it and forget it kinda guy. I just hold over for elevation and wind. the valkyrie stays relatively flat to about 600. ive rarely needed to hold over more than 4 mils.

[@CDOES]

That sounds Ike it's be a absolute match made in heaven 👌

[@temnysh]

You have well-installed optics and a camera when shooting. A good tripod?

[@pescad0]

Found one for a great price, Ive been looking for a spr scope but I just can't find one that checks all the boxes. It either has the right mag range, but is SFP, or has no parallax, etc.. I'll just deal with the size and weight of this puppy on an AR haha. Merry Christmas

[@CDOES]

Your not alone in that boat man. Thats been the story of my life for years with SPR optics.

[@til159]

Can you do the primary arms ffp glx acss scope ? Thanks

[@pippupaladin]

I'm tempted to get this over a Leupold 3HD since this is a better scope in every way but honestly Meopta's FAR~ weaker warranty freaks me out.

[@vbence12]

Which did you go with in the end? I'm in the same boat, I like the meopta for it's features but would prefer the warranty/dependability of leupold

[@michaelhirsch4251]

Thanks for your great review. Based on what you showed, I was ready to buy two Optika 6 scopes, but I decided against. I really liked the optical quality and the "made in Europe" distinction, but there were several deal killers. My use case is long range target shooting and I am looking at FFP models. 1. The lack of turn counting on the elevation turret 2. The fact that MOA models seem not to have reticles intended for target shooting...they seem to have BDC and duplex type arrangements. Mil dots are available only in the 5-30 x 56 SFP, and and there seems to be no MOA equivalent to the MRAD reticles on the 3-18 x50 and 56 models.. 3. I'm also confused by the fact that some units have covered azimuth turrets, and the data sheet seems not to mention this. I realized only when looking at the pages of internet sellers. What a shame...these came so close to being exactly what I wanted.

[@CDOES]

There are definitely some weird options the Meopta has. But its still a good optic. Its still a great option. Just not the best options for everyone.

[@feartheduck6664]

I use mine for 800-1000 yard shoots. It is brilliant.

[@e7tegt503]

Noticed the price is comparable to the pst gen ii. How do they compare? Thanks again for the amazing reviews.

[@CDOES]

There will be a video coming soon showing exactly that!

[@stedyone1090]

Nice scope...

[@Con2288]

which reticle would you reccomend for a 16" SPR style gun?

[@ozymandias9549]

Ah dang, my wallet just hid in fear again, lol 3-18 is badass I need this

[@CDOES]

Everyone does!

[@vickhinton6608]

Wonderful review, Thank you. BTW would u rec this scope for 22lr bench rest up to 75 -100- 125 yds

[@CDOES]

Thanks mate. I absolutely do. This scope will find itself on my 22lr precision rifle. And a good friend bought a 4.5-27 SFP for that exact style of shooting and he loves it.

[@commonsense5709]

I'd get the 5-30x56 34mm, the 30mm 4.5-27x50 has a lot of chromatic aberration at the highest magnification.

[@bongthepanda]

How’s the durability? Stuck between this and the ATACR 4-16x42. Even considering the Primary Arms GLx line as well.

[@jackstraughan2652]

Would this be suitable on a .308 for hunting deer out to 400 in the UK? Dark and stormy days?

[@mr.mr.3301]

Being ffp, sitting in the woods on 3x would the reticle be too fine even with illumination on?

[@geraldkoth654]

I had one Vortex. The end bell fell off completely broken at the small end of the conical section. Vortex replaced it free. I did not open the box and sold it on eBay. Burn me once. Never again will I buy anything from Vortex.

[@Dfleuryoutdoors]

That range looks looks very familiar. Is that blue mountain?

[@CDOES]

maybbee

[@conandrum74]

Hi C_DOES and thanks for your reviews. I need your expert opinion please. I watched your videos and I am settling around the Meoptas for close range airgun varminting and small game out to 350 yards. It was suggested to me to go for an Element Nexus for optics, weight and 10m parallax but I do not want to spend that much. Meopta MeoPro Optika6 3-18x50 FFP is sufficient - wish I could have a bit more magnification. Meopta MeoPro Optika6 3-18x56 FFP 50g heavier - wish I could have a bit more magnification. Meopta MeoPro Optika6 4.5-27x50 FFP seems to be perfect - but min parallax 22.8 m. Meopta MeoPro Optika6 5-30x56 FFP 200g heavier & min parallax 22.8 m (the only one in the series with ED glass?) Q1. Do you think min parallax 22.8 m will be a problem for close range varminting? Q2. Do you have a better scope suggestion for my requirements? Thanks and keep those vids coming !

[@commonsense5709]

The Element brand of scopes aren't in the top of their class certainly not for their prices they charge. It was more down to earth and realistic when the Nexus 5-20x were on sale selling for $1000. Still passed on it when it was $1000 it can be bought for $1100 if you know who to buy from. The Titan is worse, horrible scope for $799 not even worth $650 on sale or even $500.

[@commonsense5709]

You probably want a SFP for your varmint hunting airgun needs. FFP reticles simply won't allow for reasonable lower magnification hunting in real world close range airgun hunting situations even with this Dark Lord Mrad 1 reticle though it helps a little but with other brand FFP scopes you won't be able to reasonably see their reticles unless you zoom to 10x. 350 yards is ridiculously far for an airgun where they normally shoot from 10 to 50 yards and maybe 100 yards is already pushing it and definitely not humane hunting with an airgun. Something in a 4-24x with a SFP reticle and 10 - 15 yard minimum focus would be ideal for airgun hunting preferably with a zero stop if you are clicking. The Trijicon Tenmile 4-24x50 SFP illuminated green reticle with zero stop is made in Japan and on sale right now for $780 at Scopelist and Euro Optic. It's an $1800 scope. Everyone else sells it for around $1200-$1300. You simply will not find a better scope than this one made in Japan at this price. It comes with a lifetime warranty and really expensive scope covers too. It is bright and clear all the way to it's maximum 24x setting and it's SFP reticle won't disappear at it's lowest 4x magnification.

[@drostly3220]

Is it really 30 ounces? I saw that on the description That is, basically, the same weight as a IOR Valdada 3x25X50 TZX Raider..What do you think the difference would be on a leupold VX6 3x18x50 at 22 ounces?

[@TheLanden11]

I think the horizontal stadia doesn’t hold for wind precisely.

[@MrBurdinekl]

Your optics reviews are the absolute best... and I've seen hundreds by many. The Optika 6 vs PST review was so well done! A comparison video really brings out the strengths and weaknesses of each scope that cannot be appreciated when looking at only one optic. You actually give the viewer a very good sense of how the optics and reticles look. Others just talk. I'd really like to see you do a review of the Meopta Optika 6 with a DichroTech reticle. I'd like that review to focus heavily on the DichroTech reticle itself and how it performs in various light conditions and backgrounds at various magnifications. E.G.: (1) Does it really replace the need for battery powered illumination in low light? If so, that is a game changer!). (2) Is the red or green reticle fine enough for precise accuracy? (3) Is it better as FFP or SFP? I've read that SFP generally gives a brighter image?? Is FFP on lowest mag usable with the small reticle?? Perhaps it would serve as a red dot even if any subtents are unusable at low mag?? (Don't need subtents at close range, anyway.) ** Perhaps do a comparison between the MRAD 1 vs DichroTech??? I'm strongly considering buying a Meopta Optika 6, probably 3-18 X 50 or 2.5-15 X 44 (maybe that one a MeoStar?). Very undecided about the reticle. I plan to mount it to a Savage 110 in 6mm creedmoor... so long range capable for sure. I will hunt whitetail in dense and often cloudy (shady) Mississippi woods and need the ability to easily acquire targets at close range (so low magnification with great light transmission, possibly SFP). Then again, if I hunt pronghorn in South Dakota, I need that long range capability in rocky open country (bright). I see that Optika 6 can come with a .223, .308, or 6.5mm CM reticle. I wish they had a 6mm CM reticle.

[@MAC-vh3kf]

Good video, I looked through the meopta meostar, awesome glass and the illumination was brightest I've seen. However. It reflected red on the inside of the scope. Is this normal? What causes this? The optika6 didn't do that.

[@CDOES]

Could of been a bit to bright and caused it to reflect between the layers of glass. Or just older tech that hasn't been polished like the newer series are.

[@MAC-vh3kf]

@@CDOES thanks for awesome scope reviews. I can't wait til you try the new arken. That's the only reason why I haven't gotten the optika6 yet.

[@hasant8593]

4.5-27x50 vs 5-30x56 optika6 which one is better ???

[@osvaldorofrano4674]

Donde va la pila?

[@Tundra1980A]

I know this a broad and subjective question but is the optika5/6 glass better than a leupold v2?

[@commonsense5709]

They are about the same. I'd say between the VX2/Freedom and VX3 glass.

[@HanSolo__]

I like the video but your Amazon link shows 3-18x56, not the 3-18x50. 50 or 56 unavailable - seems to be on Amazon's side.

[@CDOES]

Dang! You can get scopelist at that point. I dont get anything from them. but they have a fair amount in stock.

[@HanSolo__]

​@@CDOES I was just wondering if it's any info of value for you. I really don't mind if it does not show me the scope. Since living near the manufacturer location we have a fair supply of Meopta optics here.

[@cswells212]

3yrs later, how does this still stack Up against competition? Is it still worth it even though it is really heavy?

[@CDOES]

I still will it in against modern scopes. Any movie I review it usually comes into commission. It's still a great scope. It has held up very well

[@racing.s.system45]

what is the name of this reticle? i can't find it internet

[@commonsense5709]

MRAD1

[@mv1arms]

I like how it's not made by communist slave labor.

[@CDOES]

Same

[@Travelingforlife]

Sad because not NV compatible and no zero stop. What amazing glass.

[@commonsense5709]

This scope has a zero stop, you have to manually set it once you're zeroed in.

[@m07c]

would this scope work well on a 16inch SPR ar15 build or length/weight too much? Anyone run it that way?

[@CDOES]

I think it would be a fairly balanced scope for that usage. Especially with the mead 1 reticle. You could essentially use it like a 3x prism at that point.

[@m07c]

@@CDOES its a tricky range to find a scope that does reticle, size, features isn't it!? Looking forward to your review of a Mk4 2.5-10 and the Stryker 3.5-21 in the future. you introduced me to the Stryker 1-6 and its been awesome for me. Always chasing the perfect MPVO! Keep up the good work.

[@CDOES]

@@m07c O6 or Helos are the best bets. Unless you spend atacr money on the 4-16x42. Nothing else ticks all the boxes. The Delta is on its way, actually. The mk4hd makes me cry with that model not having a side parallax..... But we'll see how it does. If it's 'good enough' that might be all it needs.

[@m07c]

​@@CDOESisn't that MK4 frustrating! So close with no parallax adjust and no tree reticle . It's just a segment full of compromise which is weird in 2024

[@Jesse615653]

So I’m looking at this or spending the extra money on a nightforce 4-14 Shv f1. I’m mostly going to be doing bench shooting with a 308 would you say the nightforce has better glass? Thanks for the awesome reviews!

[@CDOES]

Ive actually reviewed the SHV for your pleasure. I would say they are on par. The criticism I had with the SHV is similar to the O6 with the smaller view thru the scope. They are both good. Is the SHV worth nearly double? Thats a tough one to answer.

[@Jesse615653]

@@CDOES yeah europtic has a demo model for $1000 and the link you have for the meopta is at $800 so it’s only a $200 difference which is why this decision is so hard to make haha

[@CDOES]

@@Jesse615653 that is no joke hard then. You could always see what there return policy is like... Just saying

[@CDOES]

@@Jesse615653 honestly tho, I think the O6 is the better value amung those 2

[@coreygolder6503]

What scope did you end up with? I’m facing the same issue for a .308. I’ve had both NF and Meopta scopes before. NF have a tried and true reputation for durability and repeatability. I never had issues with the meoptas I have had but I can’t speak for their durability and repeatability when the turrets get cranked a lot.

[@MegaRaimundo123]

sabes que una vez mande un correo electronico a MEOPTA para preguntar el origen de los OPTIKA 6, y me respondieron que no me podian decir pero claramente por el precio no es 100% CHECO (cz) a diferencia de su gama alta MEOSTAR R1 / R2 QUE ES 100% HECHO EN CZECH REPUBLIC!!. QUE OPINAS?

[@ayougo]

midas tac vs this?

[@CDOES]

The Midas has a very strong reputation. I havent gotten my hands on one to give you a fair enough answer.

[@p47rr]

I really wish I didn’t watch this video. Regretting some of my recent purchases. Easy to add lines for turret. Meopta rules!

[@CDOES]

Haha! I was thinking that as well, but the cap does not change height. It wouldnt work by adding lines under it. I already thought of that 😔

[@p47rr]

You are correct.

[@tommcfarland5368]

Aren't these like 30oz? That's a little piggy of a scope

[@joestriker2100]

$800 "Budget Oriented" scope? I guess I always think of "budget oriented" as being $300 or below.

[@chadjordan9382]

Where is the meopta made

[@ReelissuesTV]

Czech Republic

[@stevennewman4778]

The Optika6 line are made in Czech Republic. They also cut and coat their lenses in house. I put a 3-18x50 FFP MRAD RD on my Ruger Precision Rimfire in .22LR. No issues shooting out to 500 yards scope wise.

[@chrisgs8727]

@Ivan Moreno Wrong its made in czech republic

[@FC2ESWS]

Man you gotta check out the 56mm version which has ED glass (these don't). It's so much better!

[@antongustafsson717]

Where did you get this info?

[@hasant8593]

4.5-27x50 has ED GLASS??

[@FC2ESWS]

@@hasant8593 I think only the 56mm

[@grantb555]

Huge issue with that reticle...its missing all of the most important wind holds i.e. 1 mil, 1.5 mil. No experienced shooter dials for wind

[@CDOES]

It actually does have those holds. If you look for it.

[@andymorales6907]

@@CDOES You should have mentioned that in the video. Just in a few words, if the vid was getting long. I was wandering the same thing actually.

[@racing.s.system45]

what is the name of this reticle? i can't find it internet

[@petersafranka6698]

MRAD 1