SWFA Gen II Fixed 10x - Forward Progress

[@CDOES]

Use Code 'C_Does' to get 10% off your order at SWFA.com

[@MinutemanMedic]

I’ve watched so many CDOES videos but never have actually seen him until this vid 😂

[@Morinehtur]

It's like, where's Waldo.

[@CDOES]

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[@brazzy1467]

I have the SWFA Super Sniper 3-9 FFP that I used on my issued Mk-12. When I was in the ARMY on my 3rd deployment the armour had replaced it with the Leopold and asked if I wanted the old SWFA because it wasn't on the books and he couldn't turn it into DRMO. So of course I said yes and it sits on my MK-12 clonish. It has been through a lot and it still tracks like it was brand new. Great video

[@z3ntropy]

I bet it looks beautiful with all the marks and scars only gear that actually served ever has

[@linkchen8245]

Is their Leupold much better than the SWFA 3-9 ?

[@pogo458]

I have a gen 1 that I just move to my 20” AR…. Still holding up great

[@brazzy1467]

@linkchen8245 I preferred my SWFA only because that's what I trained with. Keep it simple stupid no need to re-make the wheel if it's not broke.

[@SDwriter.and.surfer]

I just discovered these Gen IIs on SWFA's website this morning. Very happy that you're reviewing it already. Thanks!

[@CDOES]

@@SDwriter.and.surfer they want to send me a few more of their new stuff when they become available. It should be exciting!

[@tonytable1537]

Hoping they bring out another fixed 6x Additionally, and I might seem to be an odd ball on this one, with swfa's earned reputation for durability, Id also like to see a short capped turret fixed 4x from them. Something to put on a brush gun (think 45-70). Not aware of anyone still making a hunting minded fixed 4 with decent glass, rated for centerfire, and reasonably priced

[@The_PotionSeller]

A short body "not and acog" would be pretty nice. 4x is a good magnification all around

[@ajsomp]

They have said they are bringing the 6x and 3-9 back as well. If you look at the “reticles” on their site it lists the 6x reticle in there. Also the link text for the 10x actually has “6x copy” in the text, so I assume they are just waiting for supply. They mentioned Q2 in an email but obviously that has a wide range of time in there. Personally I’m a fan of the 6x for 500 and under shooting (which should cover most everyone hunting).

[@Rico11b]

Most people buy a scope and turn it up to full power and never turn it down again. NEVER!!!! Fixed is the way to go, even though most don't realize it. Love the SWFA scopes. This is very good news. Thanks for sharing.

[@Trackrat1833]

So glad to see SWFA update this product! And YES SWFA KNURL THE FOCUS RING! I have several older SWFA fixed and adjustable magnification scopes. They have all been solid dependable rugged scopes.

[@takatir]

Fixed power scope are great. But I don't know why they're not more present. It's like in photography, fixed lenses are better but we often use variable lenses at minimum or maximum (so fixed ...). Excellent channel, keep up the good work 👍👍

[@ajsomp]

It’s like that with a lot of LPVO out there. Guys tend to use 1 or 6 power (for example) which really doesn’t make the variable portion of the scope that worth it.

[@sofjanmustopoh7232]

I'm Glad that finally SWFA started the production for Gen 2. My Next purchase would be for the 3-15X42

[@MarcDDD]

I'm not sleeping until that mpvo vid drops

[@94twentytwo76]

Awesome video! Hope to see a 6x gen 2 💯

[@DeclanHiggins__]

Loving it bro! Keen for the EP8 video and the NX8 DMX reticle videos!

[@ghijkl]

Omg they made the turrets even taller

[@aireydc]

Have the 10x HD and 10x SS. I really like both. I think the turret upgrades are practical and innovative. Looking forward to the tree reticle option.

[@aireydc]

Ps…hope you recover.

[@SVTBansheeman]

I think ill pick up their ultra light rimfire optic whenever I start my 10/22 build. It's under 10oz and actually dials accurate. Nothing else compares on the market.

[@LDR1100RS]

The Gen II seems like a winner. A very smart upgrade while keeping everything that made the original a legend. With that said, my favorite SWFA is my 1-6 HD. A mil reticle, with capped or uncapped turret option. It does duty on my 16" Grendel.

[@JustinTheMan369]

I owned one of the 10x on an DMR build of an M1A built with H&R USGI M14 parts and in a Sage Chassis. I had heard that the M1A platform can be hard on scopes and this was the best option since so much of my budget was spent on the rifle itself. It would barely hold 2 moa with 168gr GMM. I sold it with the scope and got my money back and built an accurized AR-15 "SPR" type build that will shoot 1/2 moa all day long with match ammo. Even with 55gr bulk stuff it will shoot 1.5 - 2.

[@farmerwayne1404]

Yes, Sir! As b4 I have the gen1 12x moa with the center dot. I like the dot much better as you can go exactly to the point at which you want to hit. And with its open area around the dot, you have a better time seeing exactly what's around that area. Knurled focus? U bet. I hate that slippy tight oddly placed focus ring on the gen 1. I was going to put a strip of skater tape on it. But Id love to have the updates on my 12x.

[@SDwriter.and.surfer]

Me also. I don't care for the MIL's reticle, but I love the MOA's center dot.

[@roadrunner681]

The instructor at a place i try to frequent was hitting a target at a mile with a rifle with one of the 10x scopes, im going to use one of these and put a red dot on top of it the rifle ends up in a deer stand

[@SDwriter.and.surfer]

For anyone interested, I found the parallax ring on my SWFA SS 10x difficult to operate well and fine tune while I'm behind the scope (i.e., aiming). Luckily... I figured out that the Vortex Switchview lever # SV-5 (1.81" / 46mm) is a perfect fit on the SS's parallax ring. It's kind of expensive at $55 but really well worth the money IMO. And you won't find a better made one.

[@ddyoder]

i've got the Gen1 versions of both the fixed 10x and the 3-15x variable, and the 2.5-10x ultralight scope. I love all 3. Definitely think these Gen2 versions are a step up and I'm glad they added the zero stop, top screws from their HD line, and options to cap the windage --- ALL the while keeping the best sub-$400 combo of robust build + glass quality combo. I'll hold on to my Gen1 versions for now. For new-to-SWFA shooters, these Gen2 models are worth checking out.

[@kellym3531]

Good morning C.

[@kellym3531]

This would be more compelling with illumination. Just my opinion.

[@ronenton4037]

This scope with a basic tree reticle and locking turrets id be very interested. May still buy this one anyway

[@Reject_Modernity1776]

I love SWFA scopes and have been using them for years. The new features are nice but I was hoping for a shorter, capped, windage turret. My real gripe is that the 3-9 HD and the fixed 6x is never in stock. I sold my 3-9 and I’ve been trying to replace it for a while now. Great review as always!

[@Soupishome]

Thank you! I have a Gen 1 rear focus 10x for a 22lr. I like it but wish it was better in lower light and 10x can be a lot and yet not enough for somethings.

[@GuacIsExtra99]

This man absolutely loves knurling

[@juncho1977]

Hey C_DOES, how's it going? I have a Gen 1 4-14 SWFA and was wondering, in your opinion, is that suitable for deer hunting, or is that too much magnification on the low end? TIA.

[@CDOES]

Its entirely up to you and your ability to use it quickly and effectively. If you can, then I would say it is. If you have a hard time with it. Look for something with a little less magnification, and a thicker reticle. Illumination is always a plus.

[@dmitrykarkov4747]

Fixed 10x scope is dope.

[@PaulOtlewski]

Mega MPVO video dropping WHEN? 😂 As you can tell I'm really looking forward to that one.

[@hidesinlonggrass3229]

These are the changes that I always thought they should do. I mean 10 mils per rev and a thread in honeycomb lens cover would. E great, but not as important. More reticles options would probably drive up prices...

[@806Guns]

Thanks as always! Will you be doing a review of the DNT 7-35?

[@ajsomp]

The 10x is the one of the only Swfa I haven’t owned yet. I was a dummy and sold most of them - because I didn’t have a rifle for all of them. The 6x is one of the ones that stuck around. I may grab a 10x or a new 3-15 just to put on my 6.5 PRC until the new 6x or 3-9 come in stock. For $350 it’s hard to get Japanese glass, reliable turrets/tracking, and zero retention. Everything else in the price range is simply junk.

[@TheThirdH]

When is the Nightforce ATACR 4-20 review coming? You’ve teased it a while ago but I thought it would be out by now.

[@trevorwilliams1783]

I wanted to get the swfa 3-15 gen 2 but I didnt go for it because the black friday sales price was $650 when in years prior i heard it was $450 on black friday. I was wondering C_DOES if you can review the new 3-15 to see if its worth it?

[@CDOES]

@@trevorwilliams1783 they will be sending me one when they get the next shipment in soon. They sold out of their entire stock

[@exodusz19]

Praise the sun!!!

[@pinestheword7237]

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[@codycoldbrewski572]

HOB is pretty high on that scope, a higher HOB will give you a smaller window your rifle is accurate in terms of range as the bullet will shoot less flat

[@TreborYagenrok]

I like their scopes but the lifetime warranty is if they feel like it. I have a defective 3-9 model, elevation turret is jammed up and wont turn, was like that out of the box. Tried contacting them several times and crickets. Now it just sits on a shelf as a reminder for me that "not all that glitters is gold". Keep in mind warranties are not always what they claim to be. I still think the 3-9x42 is a great scope and will keep the one I have that still works till it stops working.

[@Sirlants_alot]

Maybe try more recently to contact… they’ve been basically shut down for a while.. just now getting back rolling

[@TreborYagenrok]

@@Sirlants_alot After re reading my comment sounds like a rant and didn't mean it that way. I bought said scope close to 10 years ago, called got put on hold and after waiting a good while hung up. After a year or so sent and email, after about another year emailed again. I didn't try that hard to get it fixed so partly my fault I guess. I think all there old scopes are discontinued now so contacting them would be pointless, and that is mostly on me.

[@mejia1133]

I ordered my gen2 3-15 as a warranty I have 5 swfa scopes

[@northman77]

That is really nice... Like too good to be true! But unavailable in Canada, duh. I would like to know how it compare to the Athlon Talos 10x42?

[@rootjr.3658]

Retrospectively?

[@Emdoz]

Hope they bring back the fixed 20x if not release something new that’s slightly stronger like a 24x. Never-mind: it’s already on their website!

[@flopus7]

I think I bought the last of their gen 1 12x (rear focus moa)

[@Quality_Guru]

Looks like the SWFA 10X is an amazing deal when you consider that you can purchase a top of the line hammer to use on nails instead of going with the USO scope. Here is where I’m struggling. How is it that a Chinese made scope like the MIDAS TAC HD 4-16×44 APRS2 FFP MIL has an accurate reticle and turrets while a Japanese scope does not? Is it a design issue or a manufacturing issue? You know 3% is a bad percentage, because that is what a CC charges! 3% off is unacceptable considering that you can cant your rifle and be off the mark. It’s time for a redesign or EC.

[@filippocorti6760]

It looks like SWFA cancelled their Gen 1 6X fixed scope. I wonder if they will come out with a 6X Gen 2 model. Question: How does a fixed power 6X scope with a 1X red dot or 1X prism located either on top of the scope or to the side?

[@sethperry1323]

Hopefully they come out with a compact but in (1.5-2) -- 10ish x 30ish.... maybe similar to say a mark 5 or even re release the ultralight but shorten that bad boy up a few inches ... the only UL I see anymore for sale says it's a rimfire model..🎉

[@TOMMYSURIA]

What is the best X for hunting at around 100 yards max;in the East's woods?

[@jaredmatthews9403]

I think 6x is great for that distance. Almost exclusively what I hunt at/with

[@ghostriders1806]

Idk if you have one or not but if you'd like i have a primary arms glx 3-18x44 coming I'd send in for you to review

[@CDOES]

@@ghostriders1806 much obliged for the offer! I actually already filmed it

[@ghostriders1806]

Any time line on release? ​@@CDOES

[@dreadedtred]

The website has 2. MQ and MOA? Which one?

[@dreadedtred]

Mil Quad?

[@Sirlants_alot]

They should just put the throw lever like what is on the 3-15 on everything

[@DMS1791]

I wish the turrets were shorter. I REALLY like running a piggyback red dot on most of my rifles, but turrets that tall make it almost impossible.

[@BuckF0eJiden]

I want one of these on my 16" 5.56 with a piggybacked dot so bad I cant stand it. The turrets are horrifyingly tall, though. 😢

[@junglelove88]

Same same, but different. Disappointing gen 2 release, really out dated in 2024.

[@rontate7719]

Are they still in business? I had been searching for the mil dot fixed 10 x 42 for over a year..I think they slipped on past me before I knew what was happening Any hoo 12-5-2024

[@grantfinnigan3972]

It's a shame these are unobtainable in Canada.

[@ChappySinclair]

It's all good. The Don said he's making Canada the 51st state.

[@grantfinnigan3972]

@@ChappySinclair I wish😆

[@ChappySinclair]

@@grantfinnigan3972 😁

[@ChappySinclair]

@grantfinnigan3972 😁

[@taylormartin4346]

Reticle design is 15-20 years old. Not keeping up with market demands.

[@dfhutton]

The Mil-Quad reticle works great and doesn't need an "update". Not everyone loves Christmas trees, myself included, but I believe they will have a tree reticle soon for those who think they need it.

[@alanmeyers3957]

@@dfhuttonI agree, would anyone in a serious sniper position rely on a tree? Or would the dial per their calculations?

[@762x51sniper]

I swear if they don't come out with a new tree reticle then iam done with SWFA

[@dreadedtred]

Is this gonna be your number 1 pick for 2024?

[@SinginShooter]

Tree reticles - 👍 Zero stop - 👎

[@SmokeNGunsBBQ]

Honestly I feel more comfortable buying a Japanese product.

[@mrs.vasquezz]

Sad!

[@RCx44]

Fixed power is lame outside of range use.

[@dfhutton]

Wrong.

[@aireydc]

Leupold began working with the military by building fixed power rugged scopes. Mark 5 now, but must have been some value.

[@lycheeznuts]

@@aireydc weird since they cant make thier mark5s hold up like their old fixed powers did

[@TL12352]

Between the 10x and the 16x is there much difference in the brightness and clarity.

[@grantfinnigan3972]

It's a shame these are unobtainable in Canada.