New Quality Budget Optics from Primary Arms

In this episode of TFBTV, @JamesReeves is at the Primary Arms booth during IWA 2023 to look at Primary Arms' new high quality budget optics for 2023, including new scopes for rifles, prism optics, and a new pistol optic using the ACSS reticle. Check today's video for details.
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[@mikeadams6036]

I had a PA prism, lost the damn turret cap on the range first day out. I emailed them asking them how much a new cap was and it was in my mailbox FOR FREE 2 days later. Totally my fault, shouldn't even been a warranty issue but they stood by their product. They will always have my business from that day forward.

[@soundpainter2590]

If you ( Put that cap, in someone's ass,) you won't lose it,) That's what rappers say... of course I'm adhering to Community Guidlines... Rappers Rappers, Rappers. Yeah Bouy... Public Enemy #1

[@Arriba-las-nalgas]

Great hearing thing like this, even tho it’s something minor, but when a company goes above and beyond they get my business as well.

[@davidparron9546]

Exact thing happened to me with one of their red dots. Great customer service and will also always have my business too

[@PrimaryArmsOptics]

We appreciate the great feedback!

[@sd5458]

Plot twist - you voided your warranty by using it for a turret cap. =D Joking of course (maybe not tho?)

[@nicholassorensen9035]

As a former infantry vet with new founded stigmatism that can’t afford to put Trijicon on absolutely everything I own, I truly appreciate PA pumping out decent prism optics at a good price point. Thanks, folks.

[@donh1572]

Ditto

[@marshallbrumfield]

Thank you for your Service!

[@erikhoryza9068]

Amen. I don't even have an astigmatism, but I own one because of the quality and usability by ANYONE. A truly great company.

[@andriyroma8769]

PA just keeps delivering great products

[@jaytrock3217]

They do, but they are no longer in the budget market. The majority of the products are no longer in budget area for what they deliver.

[@Jim-hk1el]

@@jaytrock3217 They are absolutely in the budget category. Unless your buying Amazon garbage, you can’t find comparable products for even close to their prices. Even Holosun is pricier then Primary Arms, and Holosun is a budget optic.

[@PewLand]

​@@jaytrock3217 budget is objective, for the quality they are the least expensive out there for what you get for your money so yes they are a "budget" option not a cheap option.

[@jaytrock3217]

@@PewLand Agreed Budget is objective, but tell me what your budget is. To me budget means about half the price of what firearm I put it on. When it cost more than the firearm, it isn't budget,

[@stevennewman4778]

@Jay Trock You can’t find a better lpvo 1-8 FFP under $1500 than the PLx. The micro prisms are fantastic. I haven’t used the SLx lpvo’s but supposedly really good for the price. PA delivers products for every budget and usually worth the money. A lot of people like good optics and they can cost as much as a rifle or more. My $450 Ruger precision rimfire has a $1200 scope on it because it tracks accurately and I like to clearly see what I’m doing.

[@ReubenOaks84]

PA is really impressive with pricing, quality and innovation. Their micro prisms, in my opinion, are the best available.

[@IronsForward]

That entire interaction/interview was great. Not many tubers can relay and connect like these guys do.

[@SilentiumCivis]

$350 for that LPVO?? I need to see a review of that ASAP!

[@nathanwilliams3877]

Right? I've got two AR builds plus a sabre that need to get topped off

[@jedmorley9905]

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[@jedmorley9905]

supersetca channel here on youtube has a really good review on it

[@jeremywatson9129]

Check out CDoes and SupersetCA here on youtube they both reviewed it.

[@kellym3531]

C-Does

[@rusty815]

I've been waiting for the 5x micro prism for a while now! Glad to see it's finally hitting the market, ill definitely buy as soon as orders can be made!

[@BlahGuyson]

I’ve been running an SLx ACSS 1-6 for a few years now. I was pretty set on upgrading to a Credo 1-6 in the semi-near future, but between the durability, brightness increase, and basically shakeawake, I’m REEEEEEAL tempted to just straight upgrade to PA again. This is really good stuff to see.

[@elsenorloco84]

Do ittttt

[@TKTK-sw3tq]

The PLX compact LPVO is insane. For me, it was slightly better than the ATACR and on par with an EoTech Vudu I looked at all at a weight way below both of those like 1/3rd less weight.

[@bucdan9242]

I pretty much almost shifted my whole optic purchases to PA for the value and warranty. Some Vortex here and there, but majority has been PA. Love their products. I wish the pistol dot was RMR cut.

[@misternitro1]

They use that footprint so they can do a top load battery most likely

[@OfficialFedHater]

Same, side load battery with that reticle would be cool.

[@MF-Rell]

​@@misternitro1 You'd think people would listen when he says it's a 2032 battery that side load would be impossible with a rmr cut.

[@johnstupid327]

@@MF-Rell isn't the 507c side loading with an RMR cut?

[@gerritzondag1585]

@@johnstupid327 yes, but it has a smaller battery, I believe. Though the battery life on the 507c is still excellent. 50k hours I think.

[@chad9166]

Will be interesting to see that 5x compared to an acog

[@oskar6661]

ACOG will be more robust, but it's also 5x as a expensive. So...that's your comparison. Glass will probably be a tad better on the Trijicon optic as well, but that's just the cost.

[@brightargyle8950]

Been loving my PA 3x Prism scope and PA Micro Red Dot. I have a pretty bad astigmatism, so most dots are no go for me, they're fine for short range but the prism scope is what I really love. Easily usable at range without any blur or streaking. My next scope will be a PA for sure, they're sturdy and reliable without destroying my bank account.

[@jeffshootsstuff]

Great spokesman/representative. Give him a raise. Good on camera, good with adjusting to questions on the spot.

[@apollo3679]

Primary arms and PSA been making huge moves recently. Love seeing this

[@erikhoryza9068]

Agreed. Great companies, geared towards the American.

[@stevedo18able]

At first, I was excited about the autolive caps. Then, I remember the battery life of typical LPVO's. Pick your poison haha

[@fearlessleader8623]

$350 for a scope that the scar wont destroy? Im intrigued..

[@RickheadWashington]

I was surprised when he said the price tbh

[@SebastianE18]

no lie I was waiting for him to say like $600 minimum but at that price I will very likely be replacing my 2nd gen strike eagle 1 - 6X.

[@outboardprsnlstndup]

Same here. Im always leary of such claims, but hope springs eternal

[@brevanmcclellan6235]

I have a PA optic and I was actually so super impressed with it out of the box. Had a little issue with the Mount screws walking out while I was at the range, but I just threw a little loctite on them when I got home and it’s been super solid ever since

[@Gamble9110]

Ironically enough my first question was does it come with the mount or is it sold separately?

[@sprocket8934]

These guys just keeping killing it.

[@PrimaryArmsOptics]

Thanks for stopping by our booth TFBTV!

[@WaterZer0]

Would love to see the ACSS reticle with a dot in a holosun. The chevron is a bit weird for handguns imo, but I love the circle.

[@AJohnSmith]

Chevron is best.

[@DFogify]

The 507K ACSS is basically what you're asking for, except the outer circle is perforated. The chevron has a very specific purpose in that it's basically a 10MOA "dot" at close ranges and an auto-ranging reticle at further distances. The tip of the chevron is you 1MOA precise point of aim designed for a 25y zero, the under side of the peak is your 50y, and the bottom of the chevron directly below the peak is your 100y. It's well thought out, but maybe a little much for a handgun.

[@WaterZer0]

@@DFogify oh I did not know the 507k was a different reticle yeah that is what I want just smaller

[@RickDeckard2049]

503g ACSS already exists. been out for years.

[@robertmorano2372]

I just "put together" my first rifle and was just going to get the standard sig romeo 5. I went back and forth between it and the holosun 403 series. After holding off, shooting irons, and more research, I found the slx ma25. This is going on my rifle. I think the ACSS reticle is going to be perfect for how I have the rifle set up and what I want it to "do". And adding a magnifier down the road makes the md25 a really attractive option. Along the way, I have discovered what Primary Arms tries to do as a company and I'm all for it.

[@sd5458]

Man, Primary Arms has been absolutely killing it for the last 5 years or so (maybe longer.) Hands down the best "budget but not so budget" optics available on the market. Simply outstanding products. Also love the fact that they never stop innovating, as evidenced by their shake to wake turret cap. What a novel idea!

[@mwalker9401]

You must have never seen Athlon. They make Primary Arms glass look like the trash that it is.

[@RonnocYad]

You can really tell a floor guy when he actually knows the companies product. He was one of the better sales guys Hops dad has interviewed. Plus it helps, when speaker is a talented orator which is a skill in its self.

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

Definitely interested in that 250 MOA circle on that new pistol optic, seems like a bright idea.

[@lifeliberty9235]

As someone who has had issues with red dots on pistols (can't ever find the dot, couldn't get a consistent return, etc), I've found that the circle is very helpful, and personally I like the Vulcan reticle over a standard dot as well. I would say James was definitely right about the innovation of that, even if it is only used as a teaching tool for people.

[@SpudOutdoors]

They need to make quick release mounts for the SLX

[@spudboyQ]

Does Primary Arms have an automatic paycheck deposit program to cut down on the need for middlemen?

[@josephlong7420]

I have one of their 4-14 hud dmr scopes and it is absolutely my favorite. I have vortex, Bushnell, swfa, and of course the PA.

[@sissydreams7494]

I have a special edition from Optics Planet. It is exclusively for 5.56 in a 4-14x44mm configuration. Love the FFP HUD bdc reticle!!!

[@lescoburandun1457]

Love primary arms! Just bought two sets of Trijicon night sights from em the other day and had to settle for the regular hd cuz the hd xrs were out of stock and of course I get an email the day after I bought them that they’re back in stock🤦‍♂️

[@stevenevil8415]

I can't wait for their turret cap that adds motion on/off. I have an older 1-6x PA that could definitely use that. Fantastic idea!

[@brando104]

Love my pa optics. There no questions to ask warranty is true they really do hook it up love pa optics. Definitely going to be getting more for other rifles

[@AntiATF]

PA is my favorite optics company, hands down. Maybe not the best, but for the money they can't be beat and their reticles are always genius.

[@TheSickjits]

Garand thumb likes em, especially the prism's. He shoots tens of thousands of rounds every few months so if they can survive him they'll survive my piss ass 500 rds a month lmao

[@thereloadingcraft]

Have several PA LVPO’s and have been incredibly impressed with them. Great quality, and if I ever need to use it, great warranty behind them.

[@toms.7913]

I have the 3x micro prism. Pretty fantastic optic. I would like to see them release their new scope in FFP. Primary Arms is killing it right now.

[@hk_4014]

I'm in the market for a new scope so this post came just in time!

[@TrueOpinion99]

I'm excited for the NOVA, the 5x Prism, and the 3-18x44 scope.

[@OfficialFedHater]

I have one of their old 4x prism sights before they axed them, still kicking just fine, good glass with the ACSS reticle. Much cheaper than an ACOG for me at the time. Since then I've had tons of PA optics from high magnification to LPVO to red dots and haven't had an issue with any of them.

[@HawaiiFoodAndFun]

At least this guy gets to talk more. Primary Arms has him on their videos and they only have him say 3 sentences about a product.

[@OffensiveProduction1]

I have several vortex strike eagle 1-6 and 1-8. After getting their slx 3x micro magnifier and dot with accs, highly impressed with them, I'm excited to try these out.

[@carls2210]

Have a couple of the slx md25 and they've been solid. 1 has been through numerous classes and it's held up great. The other has the ACSS reticle and I use that on my 300BO but not as many rounds on it.

[@johnchance2340]

I’ve been using one of there blem 4-14 ffp mil dot illuminated reticle scopes on a WalMart clearance Savage Axis in 6.5 Creedmoor as my deer rifle the last couple years and I’ve been more than happy.

[@dtroy15]

PA is out to lunch on their pricing for that pistol dot. Vs the Holosun 507c-X2-ACSS the PA has no solar but is $60 more. With both made in China of the same materials, the pricing doesn't make sense.

[@stevennewman4778]

The PA has bigger glass. There may be other advantages we don’t see without using one.

[@boopy123]

​@@stevennewman4778 true

[@AG-rk5hj]

My Glx 2x prism has been a beast of an optic

[@FMDad-dm5qo]

Super usable, flexible optic

[@johnsanko4136]

I hadn't seen the vulcan reticle yet, and that looks legitimately awesome for a pistol.

[@JorgeGarcia-lw7vc]

PA stuff looks like great quality, outstanding innovation at amazing value.

[@stalo8]

Thanks for all you do, love PA!

[@XrayMike17plus1]

I own 3 of the 1X microprisms. Love them. Only complaint is that FDE versions were red illumination only - no green. It would be great if one could send working units in for changing red to green illumination without buying a whole new microprism.

[@josiah9008]

I have a 3x prism with BDC and love it! Im about ready to pull the trigger on another one.

[@stevenbeasley24]

I have about 10 of their optics on different rifles and have no issues. Also getting those 3 he just demo'd! Outstanding stuff.

[@sjeppesen9]

Love my plx 6 6x32 .224 Valkyrie and 6.5 Creedmoore scope it's awesome and very clear and accurate to 1000yds

[@jacobsanders8079]

Love the micro 3x. I have it on my lightweight rifle and it's pretty darn accurate. Might have to buy the 5x

[@OutlawJO_C_Wales]

PA! They make phenomenal optics. I forget how I stumbled onto them but I have never looked back. My first purchase was their Holosun 503g with the acss reticle.

[@leewilkinson6372]

Interesting point, and not to be a "buzz kill" but holosun is its own separate company. Primary actually makes or has made an excellent line of optics, too! They're usually a bit under holosun pricing, but seem to be designed to compete with them and Vortex, etc, based on features. I've been impressed. I've uses one of their LPVO for a fee years, it's excellent! I just started using their prism instead of red dots, and their 4-14 ×44 scope is damned impressive too! (Doesn't blur at high or low mag, like the sig bcukmastr line of budget optics)

[@frozenfenix0]

Have a 1x accs, love everything about it, quality, size, battery life, aesthetics, parallax , price ect.

[@cwick72]

I have the 1-8x FFP with ACCS reticle. It’s a great optic, highly recommend. Range I go to has 200,300,400,500,700 targets the reticle works perfect as advertised

[@erikhoryza9068]

Great people are behind this company. I am a dedicated customer.

[@ugatobekittenme]

I can't WAIT for the 5x prism!!!

[@ghiidra__]

can't get better coverage than this

[@MarkHansen1990]

Love a 5x but with long eye relief for a scout scope. + make the mount mid hight shoot through for my traditional irons. PLEASE.

[@MarkHansen1990]

@@DonkeyBuns but shoot through? And long eye rief. I want this in a scout scope configuration.

I'm thoroughly enjoying that they are displaying them mounted onto Crosman R1 steel BB rifles

[@Americanstruggle]

Absolutely love my Primary Arms optics. They've never let me down

[@Blue_Jackal]

I'm really excited for these to come out.

[@sheldoniusRex]

I'd rather have a 1-6 with better glass at the same price as a 1-8. Or a 1-4 at the same price as a 1-6, but again with better glass.

[@Carbeezy77]

I’m beyond interested in that LPVO

[@Mizrahim777]

That's a really nice option on the hand gun, I like it !!!!

[@seanwhite304]

PA BLEM GLX 1-6× GRIFFIN MIL M6 ACSS for 440 shipped is the absolute best deal right now in March 2023 . Absolute phenomenal optic for an insane price . PA PLX COMPACT 1-8× GRIFFIN MIL ACSS is IMO the best LPVO under 1.5k .

[@jwill540]

I would love it if they came out with a Japanese made micro prism.

[@actionjksn]

I need the list of compatible brands for the AutoLive battery caps. I need to know if there is one that works with the SwampFox Arrowhead 1x10 LPVO.

[@ericgratz596]

Good salesman. Good presentation. Good product. I am intrigued.

[@BenRivered]

Wow. Talk about on point. Nice pricing. Fukkin phenomenal value. 1 of each plz.

[@killacamfoo]

5x micro is cool, but fixed 5x might be weird without a red dot adapter (which is available)

[@patdry]

Steve’s english is fantastic! Jokes aside I’m stoked to get my hands on these. That pistol dot is truly a brilliant idea. Thanks James, another great video.

[@tomhinklejr.5055]

Their products are phenomenal! Definitely love their products.

[@takensouls1]

Love PA! I have two of their scopes & plan to get more!

[@bruceatwell6031]

A 5 x micro prism now? I’m going to have to buy another rifle just to get this!

[@Token_Black_Guy]

Buy me one too

[@thelogicallibertarian5847]

I like this, but will there be one of the LPVOs, with a ACSS PA reticle by any chance ? Descriptions on the sight are kinda meh, and sometimes there is no reticle image. Many thanks.

[@alakazoom87]

got a swampfox tomahawk lpvo.. its really good.. around 350

[@Mrgunsngear]

🔴

[@Xander_Park]

I am currently looking for an optic for my new Ruger SFAR, for close to medium range but I'm liking the 5X micro for longer targets. These look interesting indeed. Anyone with suggestions , preferably $400 or under, I'm all ears ! Thanks , Brother's.

[@gerritzondag1585]

Burris RT6 is good, or honestly wait for one of these announced in the vid. I bet they'll be good. PA 3x micro prism is also great.

[@auroraborealis3831]

Grab a 1-6, have one on my SFAR(K.I.S.S. reticle), zero complaints

[@sissydreams7494]

I'm considering the 3x micro prism for a PTR KFR 32 (7.62x39). It would seem to fit the needs of that caliber. With a SFAR, I can understand you wanting to consider the 5x. It sounds like a simple and perfect solution for .308.

[@ronlasiere4114]

Very excited for that 5x! Will complete a lightweight field rifle build

[@NoBody-vs3lm]

Got mine on backorder now, cannot wait.

[@elias8720]

Looking forward to those optics :)

[@salvadormelendez9749]

Just found the red dot I'm mounting on my Glock. Thanks, James!

[@Pdiddy1026]

Damn, that 250 MOA dot is pretty slick

[@connerbv1209]

Wish you would’ve asked about eye relief on the 5x

[@ironmikehallowween]

They sound like good deals with a strong warranty. I am definitely interested in that 1X6. Thanks for the video

[@Johnsormani]

I love the auto light feature

[@03Grunt-arrino]

That 250 moa is super smart.

[@vegeta420z6]

When they gonna drop the Holosun EPS/EPS carry with the "ACSS Vulcan reticle" Got a couple of Micro's that I'd love to run an EPS Carry on but am holding out for that dot big circle combo. They have it on the 507k now (not the chevron, but they have a dot with the big outer circle)

[@KingKong-bo7nk]

I’m so hyped to get and try out the prisms and possibly that pistol dot

[@AKS-74U]

PA is doing fantastic. I'm personally a huge fan of the MD25 and think it's one of the best budget options for rifle optics still.

[@Sheppard2030]

Excellent

[@jackbauer4186]

'You can have it for a home defense gun or a truck gun' European audience: "Vat is zis you speeke of?"

[@rseg2707]

Great company. Not just the products the manufacture but everything they sell. They’ll always get my business first.

[@proudtennessean6152]

The Vulcan reticle pistol dot would save me so much time at the range when I’m doing my shot timer.

[@bjornegan6421]

the 5x would be a very easy choice if it wasn't for the chevron. I would like the 5x with a crosshair or dot as center aiming point.

[@AntonKeith]

Love it, great job James

[@bulkbogan4320]

i cant help but love this company...

[@ncsteeltoe]

First pistol dot I'm actually interested in.

[@jvt_redbaronspeaks4831]

Talk about Washington state bill 1240 that bans AR and most semiautomatic rifles, pistols, some shotguns. The anti gun tyrants going crazy with power in the Pacific Northwest

[@JoshuaE-BiblePatriot]

Man now I need a new 5x

[@xXSpaceMexicanXx]

God that 5x is god tier 💜

[@Burgerofthehill]

Really can't wait for the 5x micro prism. That will be a came changer, and hopefully come with good eye relief

[@TheYouTubeMechanic]

$350 scope has 15,000 rounds on a scar. Cool story bro. You know what Missouri is? The show me state.