Primary Arms 1-6x Scope With ACSS NOVA Reticle - Best Red Dot Bright LPVO On A Budget? 🔴

We take the Primary Arms 1-6x scope with red dot bright ACSS NOVA reticle to the range, go over its features, NOVA reticle, and discuss what I think of it overall 🔴
Link to the scope: mrgunsngear.org/3yWuI41
Link to the mount: mrgunsngear.org/3sF8svE
Meme War Veteran shirt: mrgunsngear.org/3YHOmwF
Nine Line Apparel shirts: (discount code MRGUNS20): mrgunsngear.org/3oMJ9Tm
Twitter.com/mrgunsngear
Telegram: t.me/Mrgunsngear
Facebook.com/Mrgunsngear or Facebook.com/GNGfacebook
parler.com/#/profile/Mrgunsngear
mrgunsngearinsta
Email sign up:
Mrgunsngear.com
MRGNG.org
My Amazon store:
www.amazon.com/shop/mrgunsngear
Sign up for exclusive content on Mugclub (code mrgunsngear for a free month): mrgunsngear.org/40GEse9
My videos on WPSN: www.watchwpsn.com/mrgunsngear
To sign up for the Warrior Poet Society Network (code MRGUNS for 10% off): mrgunsngear.org/3nSuUJC
Music Epidemic Sound
Disclaimer: These videos are strictly for educational and entertainment purposes only. Imitation or the use of anything demonstrated in my videos is done AT YOUR OWN RISK. All work on arms should be carried out by a licensed individual and all state and federal rules apply to such. We (including KZbin) will not be held liable for any injury to yourself or damage to your arms resulting from attempting anything shown in any our videos. I do not endorse any specific product and this video is not an attempt to sell you a good or service. I am not a retail shop and DO NOT sell or deal in arms. Such a practice is heavily regulated and subject to applicable laws. I DO NOT sell parts, magazines, or arms. These videos are free to watch and if anyone attempts to charge for this video notify us immediately. By viewing or flagging this video you are acknowledging the above.
Fair Use: In the rare instance I include someone else’s footage it is covered in Fair Use for Documentary and Educational purposes with intention of driving commentary and allowing freedom of speech.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Link to the scope that will get you a free mount: mrgunsngear.org/3yWuI41

[@icepick3528]

Didnt work, its in my cart but the mount isnt free.

[@christopherthrower744]

FYI Chairgunner Elite is the new StrelokPro app

[@Mrgunsngear]

it's automatic - even if it's not showing@@icepick3528

[@Telly556]

ya i got Charged for the mount as well, thats shitty :/

[@killacamfoo]

use edge@@icepick3528

[@Way2Evl]

I personally love this optic. Glass is clear enough. The fov is fantastic. The red dot does not bloom so is great for my astigmatism. The optic only weighs 17oz. With practice you can be extremely fast with it. It is night vision compatible and the price is amazing! We are not all going to war/duty everyday so this fits my current needs perfectly.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks for the report

[@rjc_415]

Great comment. Was definitely wondering how this works with astigmatism. Thank you!

[@johnrobertson1539]

You’ll burn your NV with this one buddy. It’s too bright

[@johnmacias01]

Awesome content! Thanks for

[@davec.3198]

​@rjc_415 Generally speaking an etched reticle helps prevent bloom with a stigmatism.

[@silvermine2033]

A comment to boost the algorithm!

[@rob6850]

An algorithm to boost the comment!

[@silvermine2033]

@@rob6850 Right on!

[@georgefloydsinhellwbreonna5330]

@@rob6850a boost to algorithm the comment

[@Enolagay1945]

I just shit my pants for the algorithm

[@silvermine2033]

@@Enolagay1945 I've done that before.

[@travisolexa3074]

I bought one of these to compare to the Razor and I'm quite impressed. The Razor's glass is noticeably better, but for the cost the Nova has insane performance. This is now the gold standard of budget LPVOs in my book.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks for the report

[@JGoodZX6R]

Wonder how it compares to a PST 1-6.

[@garrettstiles7808]

@@JGoodZX6Rexact same thing I was thinking…

[@travisolexa3074]

@@JGoodZX6R I don't have a PST, but C_DOES I think did a side by side comparison of the two on his channel.

[@DTreatz]

I would agree, except iirc the Vortex has more durable scope housing. Wish primary arms could get some kind of ruggedizing method for their optics, something along the lines of trijicon, man that'd be crazy, I'd pay that premium, especially for ACSS

[@garrettstiles7808]

Great to-the-point review 👍 Love your ability to think of it from another use-case than you’d typically need - thanks!

[@stephensmith6599]

Thank you. Starting gathering the pieces for my first AR build ... and this will sit on top.

[@TexPhillyP]

When PA dropped the 2023 Odyssey lineup they got it right. I went with NOVA and my reasoning for it was pure simplicity. Extremely clear glass, the red dot is definitely bright so there really is no reason to go to 11 unless what Mike said about high noon in AZ. PA came out with 4 models of Gen IV and it’s all about application. Do your research and find the one best for you and your particular application. PA has definitely stepped their game up in the optics world and it won’t disappoint. I threw the NOVA on my M4V7SLW it’s been nothing but FUN. Biggest factor of them all is price point, so if you don’t want to break the bank and want a solid LVPO you can’t go wrong with PA. Thank you Mike for the video. Stay frosty.

[@sled911x]

I’ve had it for a couple months now and absolutely love it

[@mouthboehm]

It is truly as bright as you say! Amazing and good simple reticle. I say it’s a red dot with magnification, that’s how I see it.

[@dan3510]

Ended up throwing this on a Remington 700 sps tactical and really enjoyed. Moved around the range pretty quickly but at 600 yards is about where the fun stopped without dialing. Had the red dot cut out intermittently, for now assuming it was the cap. Building a mid range precision rifle was the goal and this thing on the 700 executed perfectly.

[@Fightosaurus]

Keep up the great videos Mike!

[@Mrgunsngear]

will do

[@eurothrasher2823]

Great logical commentary and input. Appreciate your expertise....

[@Dmoore37]

Thanks for the content!

[@noHandle1776]

Thanks for the review.

[@imwatchingyounow2]

So many options out there this is another one thanks for the info

[@Minutes-Mils]

I like your opinion on this optic, very similar to my experience, i shoot to 550 yards frequently, and without issue most of the time. The lack of wind holds doesn't really hinder me too much, but i do wish they were there. With the Aero mount, its lighter than some lpvos without the mounts, great budget option 👍

[@w.r.harvey7751]

I have this optic mounted in a Reptilia AUS mount on my 16” BCM upper, and I love it. First of all it is bright as shit, I really have enjoyed using it for that alone. The only criticisms I would have is that the light transport and glass clarity at 5x and 6X is not as good as it could be. Also the dovetail that the throw level screws into overtime will loosen up and get a little wiggly, it doesn’t really affect function but still not ideal. Overall an amazing scope for the price.

[@Blackcloud_Garage]

Great content as usual.

[@doc-t-8648]

I have this on an AR with a Criterion Core barrel and it is really nice for the price and the barrel plus this optic shoots a great group.

[@fatheroftheclyde]

Awesome scope. I did a side by side comparison with my Leupold VX-Freedom 1.5-4 that’s in the same price range. The PA is heavier and has a very slight fisheye effect compared to the Leupold, but the illumination and the added magnification are worth the extra weight. I think the simple reticle is an advantage for most. I don’t shoot long range very often and I just don’t like busy reticles.

[@sfcrmsa]

Yes Sir, I will agree with 'not liking busy reticles". That is my shooting. I am not long range, LEO or Military. For long range, I use a traditional scope so to speak. Just my style, but I do like to hear other's experience and how they get their work done.

[@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator]

Looks like a great hunting scope. I live a few miles from PA here South of Houston & they have the best customer service & lifetime warranty. I've been using there Gen 3 1x6x24 Gen 3. I was sold when I zero'd my rifle per PA's instructions at 100y & smoked many coyotes at 300+ yards using the hold over marks & lighted reticle for late evening hunting. Shot my 13pnt Buck at 200y last year straight through the heart with 55g Hornady HP's. All other deer were headshots within 100y 🤟

[@maxmajoros8917]

I have 3 primary arms optics. Good stuff; this looks nice

[@hey1010101010929384]

Amazing content as always

[@ChristianGrest]

Dang this is a cool one. Great review as always Mike!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thank you

[@JR-yn4cu]

I’ve been thinking about looking at PA’s NOVA reticle scopes. I actually recently got their Classic Series 1-4x24 SFP Illuminated Duplex Dot because they had it on sale for $80-$90 and I figured it’d be good on a .22 rifle. There’s no BDC, of course, but the dot does get really bright and, for the price, I am impressed with the clarity of the glass. It is no smaller than their 1-6 LPVOs, but it would still be great on any PCC. Thanks for the NOVA review!

[@survivalhub]

Great review!

[@christmanscott]

Another great vid!

[@stickfighter1038]

Agree that the PA Nova will do more than the great majority of users will ask of an LPVO. Brightness, reticle, eye box and price is great. Been running the PA Nova for 4 months on my main training rifle while I save up my money. Been training with this from 15 to 200 yards and it worked relatively well for me against those running $1500-$2000 setups. Limitations of the glass, etc only become apparent when moving to 300-400 yard silhouette targets in challenging light conditions, unsupported shooting positions and got the pressure of time.

[@robreadinger5340]

soooo it literally sounds like no problems. sounds more like an operator problem

[@00xanawolf00]

Looks great!

[@caseybrown5183]

Most educational review of this optic.

[@kevingreif5706]

I know I can come here to get an honest and thorough review. Thank you

[@machendachen]

Been looking for a good scope at a good price. This is even better!

[@jeffhuntley2921]

Thanks for all the info

[@Mrgunsngear]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@OnMyGrizzle]

Thanks for the video

[@kcv5716]

I think that scope would work great on a range limited round. 17, 22lr/mag, 5.7×28, PCC's, lever actions, or big bore AR's. If my round can run I want every leg of an advantage.

[@martinroskres1297]

Nice scope like the primary arms 1x6 first focal in same power range with the ACSS reticule it’s always a compromise to what suits your needs

[@ryanwhite3921]

Great video, seems like a solid optic

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thank you

[@katieneubaum4284]

This is definitely cool. I have to check it out.

[@G-man-survival]

Great video!

[@johntownley9885]

I have several of the Primary arms LPVO scopes and like them all. I actually like the older original ACSS reticle the best. Great video and love the content. Thank you

[@jordanyang3066]

Coming from a red dot magnifier and knowing those holds this is going to be a vast improvement for me. Can't wait.

[@Mike-iy7bk]

Thanks for your review. I like the PA I have, nice scope for the price point..

[@AlphaRomeoOneFive]

Thanks Mike!

[@wayda8646]

I purchased this a few months ago to see if I would like LPVOs. Can say, the dot is bright as hell. I ran a class with it a few weeks ago outside in the Ga sun and had no issues. The glass is pretty clear to my untrained LPVO eyes. Glad I purchased it. Would recommend for someone looking to get into LPVOs on a budget or to try before you bump up to a scope that cost twice your rifle.

[@TarawaS2000]

I've been debating an LPVO for a while and have recently been looking at budget ones to dip my toe in. I almost jumped on a used SLx on arfcom yesterday but life got in the way. Now that dude probably lost the sale even tho I really like the idea of the ACSS reticle.

[@illestdomer2005]

That’s the boat I am in: not a fan of the Bravo 5 prism that I have and would prefer to test the LPVO waters without going full NightForce or top of the line PA.

[@wildweasel6898]

Id love to see some torture tests. I had a few wire scopes from different brands and they all broke after hard deer hunting and many years each. So they don't suck inherently but it is a fail point. Some are better than others I presume. Hopefully this one is built tough. Im right on the edge of buying it to see for myself.

[@pjbarney9580]

very cool. I have a 1-6 on my 16" 308 AR... good enough for anything inside my skill range

[@johncoleman5974]

That's perfect for 308 . You should piggy back a red dot on top too.

[@richardpowell4281]

Under 350 is good for an LPVO in general. Definitely gonna have to consider it.

[@bglenn2222]

Best gun channel on the tubes!

[@TheAcceleratorMagazine]

Great vid as per usual.... rick in Tennessee.

[@theheatmagazine]

Nice video I bought this and I'm pleased with my purchase

[@egsmachine]

i bought one for my dad to use for hunting. i think its very good concept. I like the lack of reticle detail for its simplicity and cleanliness. i think that the "1" setting is too bright though. i hope Dad likes it.

[@michaelball869]

great stuff

[@GS_Johnny_ADV]

Thanks!

[@RickNethery]

Looks like a good optic 👍

[@SpenserHartman]

I sold my ffp pa raptor 1-6 in anticipation for this scope. To me the brightness of the dot really matters more than reticule features because I don’t shoot very far

[@kkorff]

Had the SLx 1-8 for my AR15. Love it. Needed a scope for my AR10. Was planning on another 1-8, but saw the 1-6 Nova and decided to go for it on my 15, and move the 1-8 to my 308. Mainly want the 15 for CQB, which the Nova is great for. With both eyes open you can be way off axis and still get great shots. Not many LVPOs that can do that, especially in this price range.The 1-8 will still be good for CQB with my 309, but will also be good for longer range stuff. I agree that i wish the Nova had 5 and 10 mph standoffs at the various distances. Can't see any reason for them not being included in the radical, even if not illuminated.

[@beardly0121]

Good scope but just an fyi I had to send mine back to be exchanged because after about 1k rounds the illumination started to flicker during the recoil cycle of a BCM 14.5(pinned & welded) middy. Primary Arms customer service was very good and very quick and it should be noted that my original scope was one of the very first shipments of them. I just mounted and zeroed the replacement and so far it is having no issues.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thank you

[@beardly0121]

@@Mrgunsngear btw, please tell PA to make a decently priced 1.7" scope mount. Only ones on the market I know of are really expensive for a mount(like Badger Ordnance Condition one mount). Yeah, they're really nice but $300 is more mount than I need but the 1.7" mount height feels really good with an lpvo unlike 1.93 which just feels ridiculous with an actual scope.

[@christmanscott]

I'm looking for a scope at the this very moment so that information was good to hear. Thanks!

[@ceasar2340]

Really like your videos

[@tylerbeck3806]

Literally just ordered one yesterday.

[@k.1873]

Good stuff

[@cheesenoodles8316]

Full discloser, this looks excellent, I am cheep (broke) and will only buy 1 LPVO and near sited. I shoot well, but with older C&R milsurp. 1 AR platform for me, because age driving me to optics and ammo cost to 5.56. That being said, pretty happy with my options. Excellent review.

[@steveninaz9576]

Thank you Sir

[@doncarnage3539]

I love the reticle! I want it in a GLX 1-8 FFP

[@mollyboggy4419]

Just bought one! They have a 10 percent coupon code now. Excited to try it out

[@Alden99669]

A great scope for the money!

[@Marqjosh]

Hey bro awesome video as always. How do you get your scope reticle perfectly level in those aero mounts? Because of the vertical split rings, as you tighten it tends to offset my scope “level” man it’s a PITA lol any tips would help. This scope seems like a great varmint hunting reticle!

[@HB-kp6rl]

I kinda wish the aurora reticle was that bright. I really like that reticle

[@Mrgunsngear]

it's just not how optics tech works

[@HB-kp6rl]

@@Mrgunsngear Yeah, i don’t understand how the ACOG technology won’t fit in a lpvo if they are already running wire or fiber optics in lpvos. Maybe one day it will. Maybe do a video elaborating on that. Anyways. Cheers

[@MrFieldsaw]

@@HB-kp6rl I believe the trijicon accupoint 1-6 uses tritium and fiber optics to power the reticle. Its battery free and has a wheel on top you can use to control how much tritium is exposed to light the reticle; preventing blooming.

[@theunknownWitsom]

This scope has worked wonders. Well worth the $

[@darknightofthesoulyt]

Awesome video as always. I personally think this scope is perfect for 90% of users

[@calholli]

meh.. 40% maybe.

[@colby1398]

​@@calholliYou're seriously overestimating how much the average person shoots. Easily 99% of people shoot only once or twice in a 6 month span, and the majority of that is on flat ranges 200 yards or less. Like it or not, your average shooter gets very little training, and of those even less have long range training. It just is what it is.

[@voteholyk]

I don't care about "daylight bright dot" on an LPVO. I prefer the etched reticle. I run it at low illumination so that when it is a super bright target like the sun, the black works just fine and when you hover over to something dark it illuminates green or red. It saves battery as well. I wish the PA would make green reticle versions, I don't like red dots.

[@richkestrel7416]

Nice review. If I didn't already have an LPVO, I'd definitely be interested in picking this one up. I suppose there's nothing wrong with having 2, eh? 😆

[@TheCoon1975]

Well if you have an extra optic you may as well get another rifle to put it on while you're at it right? This is how my thought process usually goes and it's probably why I don't have anything left in my wallet lol.

[@Alden99669]

You just can’t beat this scope for the price!

[@TheMoneyjuan]

I got a vortex similar to this. Seems like a good scope/red dot

[@michaelranger8718]

Nice review

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thanks!

[@Mitsurugi2424]

If you work with Primary Arms and help them design reticles, tell them to make a version of the HS507C-X2 ACSS Vulcan Reticle that is just a dot with that with that big circle, not a chevron.

[@bilbsk.2510]

Awesome

[@ScorpioSin777]

Nice! Very nice! I like it!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Glad you like it!

[@ScorpioSin777]

@@Mrgunsngear Heck yeah Dude! Thank you for what you do. I appreciate you. Keep up the good work!

[@TheFacelessMan82]

I wish they'd make a 1x prism scope with just a red dot or a circle dot. I'd be so happy happy if they did.

[@calholli]

Monstrum has a decent one.. It's cheaper cost too. 1x Prism, etched reticle- has a dot with the larger circle though; like the holosun pistol dots. Red and green. I got one of those and a 5x in the same form factor. The 1x is great, the 5x has a crazy small eye box (eye relief)-- like an ACOG. so I wouldn't buy another 5x.

[@Barefoot-Hunter]

Hi Mike, as always thanks for your great research. You mentioned in you Sig Tango video that you wished it had a better/bigger eye box. How does the eye box in this PA LPVO compare?

[@Mrgunsngear]

it's better

[@brianperkins3782]

YT must be having a bad week because I’m getting notifications for your videos.

[@Alden99669]

It looks like Primary Arms is making some good stuff.

[@srvntotlrd]

I think it’s a great scope, I prefer the acss reticles better. What is the ballistic/ranging app you were referencing?

[@apsirotin]

I like it.

[@Off-target-xy6bx]

Nice 👍

[@darthmartinez]

I like simple reticle with a LPVO because I never range with the reticle if I need to range I'll use a rangefinder.

[@markn4526]

Great review, as all your reviews are! I'm trying to decide between 3 LPVO's for a bolt rifle used for target shooting in the 50-200-yard range. It's between this one from PA with the Nova reticle, the Vortex Venom 1-6x24 with its BDC3 reticle and the Swampfox Arrowhead 1-6x24 with the MIL reticle. First, which would you choose based on overall quality? Secondly, which one's reticle do you think would be best suited for what I'll be using it for? Thanks!

[@kawi733]

Strelok is still in the Galaxy store if anyone with a Samsung still needs it.

[@lonerandy]

I just bought one for $270 shipped and I’m very excited

[@jtlong1904]

Where did you snag that price?

[@babagermany6654]

Thank you for an informative video. My question is given that it has a MIL reticle coupled with MOA adjustment, how can I marry the 2 together? Are their any links that you recommend that cover this subject? Lastly, I noticed that the mount they recommend (deluxe AR 15 scope mount) places the scope a bit high on a bolt action rifle (Savage 110 hunter) requiring additional cheek riser, which makes me wonder if the those mounts are not suitable for bolt action rifles.

[@johnnapolitano7443]

I bought this scope and love it. I had heard that PA was considering adding the "shake awake" feature and that it could be retro-fitted by way of the battery cap. Have you heard or do you know anything about this? Thanks!

[@EdwardSnortin]

That's true, the AutoLive battery cap

[@richardvila3]

Nice

[@WildWeasel4570]

You going to review the 1-10 slx? I’m on the fence about it. I would like to see your input before I make my decision.

[@davemiller3027]

I've had mine about a month. I mounted it in a PA GLx mount and it's been a great scope. It's zeroed at 100 with AAC 77gr bthp. It get carried on a atv and tractor all over the ranch and still holds zero. I absolutely love it and will be getting another soon.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Good to hear

[@ballistictacticsms]

Would you rather have a Prism with Offset or LPVO with engagement 100+ yds?

[@salfox1820]

Keep up the good work

[@2bNIKEt1]

Im gonna call it right now that they are 100% working on including the donut with the next version. It just won't illuminate. They may even go after FFP but who knows. They love to cover every single price point tier

[@brackentaylor9780]

I’m looking into buying the new PA GLX 1-10 have you got your hands on one/is there a review coming?

[@cellularrhino]

Not an AR video but I'd like to see you review the Q Sugar Weasel 16 inch in 5.56. Also the FN Guardian. Not a lot of good information out there on those rifles yet.

[@edjett2631]

I bought one of these to put on a Ruger RSI bolt gun. Make of that what you will.

[@JLan0904]

I need more powah Scottie!! But keeptan we're already on 11 she can't take much more!