Top 5 Tactical Scopes in the World

[@matthewtwomey327]

Got my Angry Owl & Vigilant Owl Patches in both Green & Sand Today! Even came with some extra patches. Just wanted to say Thanks to Nutnfancy and Tacticaldoodle! Love the Channel and Appreciate all the work that you guys put into it.

[@paulyoshida1747]

You are on a roll, Nutn! I don't think I'm alone in saying...thanks for making our Christmas season more special. 100% thumbs up for the surge!

[@sjohnson1776]

Outstandingly informative! I too have been saying for years that $500 and less can buy a very respectable scope! Thanks Nutn!!

[@ne2i]

Merry Christmas TNP’rs Doing the deal again on scopes Ill try to look em up on Amazon (no promises or look em up yourself dudes. Stuff changes on AZ a lot. Ill try to edit and add them later. There is a TON of mentions and a stand alone section on red dots. (that was some rabbit trail, Nutn!) The list doesn’t really start till about 18:57 Red Dot section at 22:48 to 29:05 If your into that you can check em out Quite a good amount of information in just a few minutes. #5 18:57 Leupold Mk4 60181 19oz like 1200$ www.amazon.com/Leupold-Mark-2-5-8x36mm-30mm-TMR/dp/B000EH0OFK/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1451072682&sr=8-8&keywords=leupold+mk4 #4 29:53 Weaver Tactical 1x5x24 800364 www.amazon.com/Weaver-Tactical-Illuminated-Intermediate-Range/dp/B004NRXLOS/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1451072880&sr=8-4&keywords=Weaver+Tactical 33:40 Weaver SPR mount 30mm thumbwheel version www.amazon.com/Weaver-Thumbnut-SPR-30mm-Mount/dp/B00AU6DDE4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1451072979&sr=8-3&keywords=weaver+spr+mount 35:57 Burris Fullfield 30 4.5x14x42 30mm tube Good luck finding that one…. #3 36:45 Nikon M223 3-12x42 21oz www.amazon.com/Nikon-3-12x42mm-Riflescope-Reticle-16305/dp/B00I13KNCS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451073210&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+m223+3-12x42 36:58 Nikon M308 4-16x42 Mentioned www.amazon.com/Nikon-M-308-4-16x42mm-Riflescope-Reticle/dp/B00M85OUCY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451073299&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+m308+4-16x42 36:49 Nikon P223 4-12x40 BDC 600 www.amazon.com/Nikon-Riflescope-Action-Turret-4-12x40/dp/B00BAHMHQW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451075400&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+p223+4-12x40 40:20 Smith and Wesson MP-10 .308 Shoutout HAY! #2 41:06 Nikon Pro Staff 7 4-16x50 30mm tube 16324 19oz www.amazon.com/Nikon-ProStaff-4-16X50-Riflescope-16326/dp/B00SMX8I4C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451075603&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+pro+staff+7 #1 47:25 Leupold VX-R 3-9x40 111236 30mm tube 15oz! www.amazon.com/Leupold-111236-VXR-3-9x40mm-Scope/dp/B004IGIFTA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451075857&sr=8-1&keywords=Leupold+VX-R+111236 48:48 Leupold VX-R 4-12x50 111240 30mm tube 15 oz! BONUS! www.amazon.com/Leupold-111240-4-12x40mm-Rifle-Scope/dp/B004TH77X8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451075974&sr=8-1&keywords=Leupold+VX-R+111240 52:33 Leupold S1 Dials 50.00$ via Leupold website www.leupold.com/resources/custom-dial-system/ Enjoy and have a Double Owl New Year!

[@ne2i]

+ne2i After Christmas Ill do another section on the red dots. Sometimes I can't help myself....

[@arbhall7572]

I absolutely love that Im looking at my KZbin feed, and everyone else is wishing folks a Merry Christmas and Nutn has a knife review and a scope review. If my day hadnt already been made with a new chair for my desk, this would have done the trick. Love you man. Thank you for all your obvious hard work you put into these videos for us.

[@michaelgblogan8779]

Keep up the great work NTN.. I appreciate your contribution towards educating citizens. I often use your vids to enlighten the sheeple up here in Canada..

[@ScreamingSkullSaloon]

Some nights when I can't sleep I will play one of your vids and BAM! I find myself waking up to loud shots of you running and gunning in the desert. No seriously you are very tacticool nutn, keep up the entertaining vids.

[@benkrage4]

I see another "solder boy" vid coming soon. soo excited. I had a micro aimpoint but swapped it out for a Leupold VX-R patrol 1.25-4x, 30 mil tube, illuminated firedot SPReticle, weights 11.5 ozs, mounted with an Aero Precision 30mm scope mount weighting under 2.9oz's I SH*^ you not. the best part about it is i spent $400 on the set up

[@usncpo4866]

I've learned a lot and purchased several pieces of gear from watching your videos...I found your channel after I had already bought my first AR-15 (Colt LE6920) and I was looking for a red dot scope. (Bushnell TRS-25) Subsequently I've changed my way of thinking and my philosophy about my gear choices... So much so that I was already considering a Nikon Pro staff 7 before you came out with this video... Changing tactical minds one video at a time ~ Thanks Nutn! ~ Semper Fortis ~

[@modap3000]

No Primary Arms 1-6x?

[@RumblestripDotNet]

+modap3000 or 4x14

[@alphanumeric1529]

+modap3000 Just mounted a Strike Eagle 1-6, my first multi power. I have no experience with this type of scope, but to me, there seems to be a lot of fish eye and a small eye box. Because of the long optical bell, it is hard to mount far enough forward to get a proper check weld (nose to tip of charging handle).

[@RumblestripDotNet]

Strike Eagle has been known as having a VERY specific eye relief, long discussion about this on the Brian Enos forums

[@alphanumeric1529]

Rumblestrip.NET I haven't been reading any gun/optics forums, but lemme tell you, it is true. There is a little forward back margin, but like NO left right up down. Any movement and you're seeing the edge of the tube. Combine that with the long ocular bell and no repeatable cheek weld... I'm a little less than happy. The glass itself is clear, with relatively good light transmission. I can use it at 1 power with both eyes open well enough, though I have little experience with that. And at 6 power, it has a large FOV... it is a mixed bag.

[@benkrage4]

+modap3000 I bet Nutn would say its too heavy

[@merlev7983]

The Leupold VX-R Patrol comes with the tactical knobs and milling or special purpose reticals already installed and has the motion sensor feature to save battery life.

[@davidjfiedler]

Love the VX-R series scopes. Have a 2-7x on my wife's rifle and use it like a reflex on 2x.

[@JLan0904]

is this my Christmas present cause I was drooling over scopes and referencing your old quality content on optics?! thank you santa, errr nutnfancy. sure you didn't drop some presents out the window in your days of flying?! Have a merry Christmas to you and your family. May good people receive peace and happiness.

[@woodywilderness8778]

Alright Nutn, first comment on your channel and I've been a TNPer since late 2011. I'll try to leave the comment short but information and POU need to be shared. so I have a scope that I have found that seems pretty good for the value (subject to change as usage continues). it is a Redfield Revolution/Tac 3-9x40mm 12.6 oz, MOA reticle and 1/4MOA adjustments turret knobs, turret knobs are resettable. POU, coyote hunting in a high wind area located in Utah. I had purchased the scope from Cabelas for about $190, on sale. It is a 1 inch tube, but 56 MOA elevation and windage adjustment. 3.7-4.2 inches of eye relief. FOV 32.9-13.1 ft @ 100 YD. Fixed Parallax at 150YD. No illumination. It is on my Daniel Defense M4V5 AR-15 chambered in 5.56 so range is already limited to about 600yds (For me). I DO NOT like BDC reticles because I use different ammo in my AR as well conditions can change daily. I do prefer a FFP on multiple and longer distance targets, just because my reticle stays true regardless of power. I do like to range and do calculations with it as well. I think it is important tool to learn, however a range finder and GPS do make it more convenient. I own an FNH TSR in .308, Freaking love the TSR!!, but yes you where not kidding about weight, and its wearing a SWFA SS 3-15 FFP. The Redfield is SFP and true MOA is at x9 power, just something I need to remember. I have been able to hit up to 500meters with both scopes. Not sure if you know but Redfield scopes are assembled in Leopold's home. No I do not represent any of the company's mentioned above, just sharing the knowledge I have that might be interest to you and other TNPer's. Check out the Redfield Revolution/TAC 3-9x40mm

[@TheSuburban15]

DMS-1 1-4x illuminated scope in American Defense Recon-X 30mm mount - 1 pound 9.6 oz. Aimpoint M2 in Larue LT129 cantilever mount - 11.3 oz. Vortex 3X magnifier in Larue LT649 Pivot mount - 12.2 oz. Aimpoint, Vortex 3x, and Larue mounts all together - 1 pound 7.5 oz. I would have thought otherwise too, but the the big old Aimpoint and magnifier weighs less than a low-power variable illuminated scope. That particular scope is way cheaper, but. . . it does serve as an example.

[@maetzler1111]

not too bad, great review for a limited budget. And a good update to you last review on scopes

[@redline870]

Got my Leupold VX-R 4-12 in the mail today. I opted for the firedot LRV duplex reticle since the crosshairs are finer. Couldn't be happier, beautiful piece of glass and will go great on my new SPR build. Thanks Nutnfancy!

[@CaptainKzer]

Hey TNPrs, one scope I find conspicuously absent from this video is the Millet TRS-1. The long and short of it is that it's a 4-16 x 50mm scope, 30mm tube, multi coated lenses, side focusing paralax adjustment, 10 levels of illumination, Army spec mil dot crosshair (at 10 power), with tactical windage and elevation knobs which lock down with finger adjustable tightening rings, 1/4 MOA adjustments, and an included sunshade. At home I've spent a significant amount of time punching paper, turning in sub MOA groups with just about everything I can feed my rifle and even some .4-.6 MOA groups with SSA and handloads from 100 to 600 yards. I've also been hunting with this scope twice outside of my home state and have come home with full coolers and a feeling of great satisfaction. The optic is not without limitations, however. It is rather heavy and bulky, and accordingly is much better suited to use on a rifle whose POU focuses on stationary shooting at extended range. Running or even walking with a rifle at low ready is a chore with this scope, as it is nearly as large and weighty as a baseball bat sitting on top of your rifle. If your rifle exists in a POU which benefits from the added stability of a more weighty system or where bulk is not an unbearable impediment, the TRS-1 exists as a $300 scope (down from ~$550 on Amazon) which fights far above its weight class in terms of the name buying game which is long range glass shopping.

[@patrickharris2270]

Agreed with comments below. Vortex Viper PST should be on this list. Particularly 2.5x-10x44. No need to fiddle with side focus so it still runs fast, ZERO STOP turrets, Gorgeous glass, incredible warranty, illuminated, GREAT reticle choices, GREAT price! By far would top this list after owning lots of different scopes including schmidt and bender, nightforce, etc.

[@Morrison9155]

Why don't you do anything with vortex? They're good budget scopes.

[@alphanumeric1529]

+Alex Morrison Exactly, just got a Strike Eagle 1-6x FFP at $329.

[@DjRjSolarStar]

+Alex Morrison Was thinking the same thing. I have the Viper 2.5-10, and it is excellent. I can clearly see my 8" target paper at 100m and hit it with precision. Good build quality too.

[@Morrison9155]

+DjRjSolarStar Yeah the scopes are nothing to turn your nose up to. I had some bad luck with a reddot before I got my aimpoint but the scopes are dope

[@Big6Duke]

+Alex Morrison I don't think I have ever seen a Vortex review of any products on this channel....

[@dreadjavapirate]

+Alex Morrison Just a guess - NNF mentioned in his first scope vid that Vortex has "critical eye relief". That's about the only ding I have heard from him about Vortex. I personally have a Vortex Viper scope.

[@1StepTooFar]

About time you did this video! Merry Christmas Nutn, Mrs. Nutn, Tactical Doodle, Last Suspect, Allie TMD, Veri and all.

[@FunwiththeGun]

15:44 Vortex's viper PST line of scopes has zero stop turrets and they go for $800 - $1000.

[@xAeschylusx]

And it seems like a lot of people have found out about how good Vortex is... Vortex was the best kept secret in optics for close to a decade. The best scope I own is a Vortex I purchased back in 2009. I just hope they continue to keep the quality as they grow

[@superfly2201]

Dude! It makes me happy that you call out those crazy priced, top end red dots! Especially when they ship without a mount. Been running a Primary Arms Micro Dot on my carbine for about 90 bucks and it shipped with a mount. Great scope info btw.

[@DjRjSolarStar]

Nutn, the Vortex Viper has a zero reset/stop on it. You can slip the scales and use included shims to prevent it from turning past your zero. About $550 for that scope.

[@233kosta]

Hey nutn, have you ever looked at MTC Optisan scopes? We use them primarily on air rifles in the UK, but they have a lot of the features you point to on high end scopes for a fraction of the cost. I've got a fixed 10 power MTC Viper illuminated, 44mm objective, 30mm tube, 1/8 MOA locking adjustable glove friendly turrets. I believe they retail around the 220-250 US mark as the most basic variant. Pretty sure they go by the Optisan brand in the US. From what I've seen, they're really hard to beat in the price range

[@rwhanks]

best channel ever, thanks nutn for all that you do.

[@rwhanks]

+rwhanks What do you think aboiut 50mm objectives? Great light input, but makes for a higher mount.

[@rwhanks]

+rwhanks Bushnell TRS 32, great budget aimpoint

[@stanleyjohnson9242]

Hey Nutn' I was wondering why you are preferential to MOA instead of Mils, my father and I are each setting up M1A's and I get a 50% discount for Leupold so we are trying to pick out scopes and decide on MOA or Mils. Any feedback from anyone here is greatly appreciated, thanks.

[@kever910]

Another scope to add is the vortex pst either 6-25 or 4-16 both 50mm objective, 30mm tube, illuminated, great glass, zero stop, great turrets in MOA or MRAD, also has FFP . I have the 4-16 and highly recommend it. It is the best scope IMHO under $1,000. The 4-16 FFP street can be found for about $900 Amazon pricing. Again for the amount of features it comes with it is really hard to beat. Also the SWFA 3-15 FFP may also be a great option, no experience on it but have heard good things about it. However, it doesn't come with illumination

[@HonestOutlawReviews]

Great choices, but I do prefer the Leupold AR scopes of the nikon you should check those out if you haven't allready

[@IRemain28]

Burris 1.5-6x42 m tac with Ballistic AR reticle (not CQ) will be my next purchase, i think nutn would love it. Only 15 oz which is right there with the weaver 1-4, less then the vortex viper 1-4, and you get more magnification and more light transmission with the 42mm obj. Also is illuminated, has capped but resettable adjustable turrets (80 moa), non critical eye relief, and lifetime warranty. Perfect 50-400 yard scope imho. Oh and price tag is $399, tough to beat with those features.

[@DAM1G1T]

Why wasn't this video up 3 days ago when I was picking out my scope

[@TheReligiousLeft]

I run the Leupold VX-2 ultralight 2-7x28 scope. I have 45 degree offset iron sights for the 1X close range. It's super light at 8.5 ounces while giving you 7X magnification to play with (which is plenty for 400 yards). I zero at 50 yards which lets me connect at the crosshairs between 1-300 yards and pull up 2.5 MOA for 400 yards. I mount with a 3 ounce aero precision mount for a total weight of 11.5 ounces. Very happy with it :)

[@sonomimus160]

The Vortex StrikeEagle is excellent for 1-6x scenarios on a 5.56, etc for about $300. For a .308 or larger and for the shooter who wants to shoot 800 yards or more, the Vortex Viper PST is a badass scope for under $1k. Both are illuminated, both have 30mm tubes, and their optical clarity is top notch. Not to mention, they have an Unlimited Lifetime Warranty that's hard to beat.

[@TheIngoBeck]

Love my Viper PST 6-24x for what it is but the glass is severely overrated by folks on the net. It's ok but I think a VX-3 Leupold blows the Viper away in edge to edge clarity and low-light. The great thing about my PST is how much ass the turrets and the reticle (EBR-1 MOA) kick. They are perfect for my use.

[@gmcenroe]

The Nikon 223 was reviewed by one reviewer on Midway that said eye relief changes significantly when you change the range so you can never get it set correctly. What do you find?

[@Shooter7point62]

I think the one aspect of optics that is overemphasized and misunderstood is magnification values required. OE variables of course will dictate. However, average army dude shoots a silhouette at 300m with an M68 for example. With that known reference in mind, how much magnification do you actually need?

[@MrSakoTRG]

for my 30th birthday I dished out for a Sako TRG . I'd love a S&B ($4,500) for it but it wasn't in the budget. My second choice was a Nightforce NXS ($2,400Aus) cause for long range shooting & the price it had the biggest overall elevation adjustment of 100moa to take me out past a km. But seeing as everything in Australia is double the price of the US (Sako cost $4,995)....I looked at a 'budget' option. In the end I bought a Sightron SIII 5-25x50 for $850US. It had glass clarify that was comparative to my Burris & Bushnell....& even the Nightforce BUT most importantly for me it was the only scope in the

[@xAeschylusx]

Am I the only person that zeroes my scopes and then never touches them again? I buy something decent in the $300 range, and then it's just Kentucky windage all day long. Shot a mule deer at 550 yards last year this way

[@Kinoons]

I'm pretty happy with the Burris Mtac line -- they are on the heavier end of the spectrum (1.5-6x for 20oz) but are illuminated and hold up well. I like the reticle and the 1-4x model is lighter. They have good range for the eye box too. They also don't break the bank at $350ish. I also like the vortex viper pst 2.5-10 illuminated. It's 18.8 oz, does have a zero stop, and can be had for around $550. Only down side is the fixed eye relief at 4". Both of these have a low enough magnification for cqb but enough power to reach out to 400 or so yards and be effective.

[@Kyle-vo9rp]

I noticed you got the MFT Minimalist stock on your gun. Just wanted to ask why you chose it and how it compares to the Magpul SL or the BCM Gunfighter. I'm considering all three of those. I'm looking at weight and sleekness but also comfort and ergonomics. They all appeal to my second kind of cool but I can't make a decision.

[@mitchschutter4302]

I don't know where you looked for .308 AR's Nutn but Adams has their Piston .308 rifles that have medium profile barrels coming in close to the 8 lbs mark. The DPMS G2's would be well within reason with a handguard change. Not to mention the ability to build a DPMS pattern .308 with an 18" medium weight barrel coming in at around 8 lbs.

[@dingdion3418]

Love you Nutn! No question here. Just wanted to express some bro love. We ALL love you!

[@chronjon]

I totally feel that the vortex viper pst 6-24x50 should have been included in this review. You get a huge bang for your buck! All of the features and a lifetime warranty.

[@nutnfancy]

My TNP drills have taught us a lot & I have modified my thinking on "tactical scopes" just a little bit For instance the Soldier Boy Drills have the shooter engaging 50 to 400 yds at night in the snow. That's a demanding requirement but it's fun and tests the systems well. Out of that I prefer illuminated reticles, durable clearly marked turrets, brightness, and lightweight attributes. And no you don't have even spend a lot. Some TNP fave red dot options also make an appearance. -nutnfancy

[@BigShay1977]

Leupold also makes a VX-R 'Patrol' with open turrets.

[@JuiceDiggalow]

Have you ever reviewed the primary arms 1-6x scope? Is like to hear your thoughts on it. Thanks.

[@Mechanized2k]

Awesome information. I have the Leupold VXR Patrol (113769) on my AR, I love it. What Scope recommendation do you have for the Springfield M1A Scout Squad?

[@jaredeaby8581]

would love a primary arms review. can be a little heavy but what you get for the price

[@MavHunter20XX]

Hmmm SWFA is not there....you miss......ZZZZzzz....

Yeah, where's the very capable SWFA 10, 12 power scopes or others SWFA makes. Or maybe a future review??

[@nutnfancy]

+fsteddie95 There are a TON of optics options out there. Picking 5 of them isn't comprehensive by any means! -TD

[@Wesquire]

+nutnfancy So you decided to stick to the shitter scopes? SWFA and Weaver are the only quality sub $1000 scopes

[@tac-z3363]

+MavHunter20XX I have a SWFA 10x42 side focus and I love it. I also have a couple of Primary Arms scopes that I think are incredible budget scopes. The 1-6 with the acss reticle is awesome along with the variable FFP scopes. I dont know if they will hold up to torture but I know the SWFA will and it was only $500. I think the rear focus is $399

[@Bstoy21]

+Wes Rhodes lol your one of the people nutnfancy is talking about that he's complaining about go back to your fourms and bitch I'm with nutn because people tell me I need a ELCAN for my ar15 lol nah! I go and buy a strike-fire2 lol worked just as good as any other red dot out their worked good for my philosophy It wasn't a gtw gun setup idk about you but I don't have $2000 to spend on optics for everyone of my guns lol if you do that's great but I'm almost 99.9% sure you will never ever use that $2000 battle optic to its full potential! right now yes I'm using a swfa ss it's heavy as hell but works amazing let me say that again AMAZING! but yet it's not a $5000 smidth and bender so it's junk in your eyes!.....

[@surfbumhuey]

Have you looked into any of the Vortex optics? Ive been running the Viper PST 2.5-10x32 for the last couple years and love it. 30mm tube, zero stop, illuminated reticle, front focal plane, 18.7oz coming in under $750 if you look hard enough online. And comes with Vortex' awesome customer service/warranty.

[@inversionlayer]

I learn something in almost every video; often more than one. Thank you for the continued effort and time expenditure.

[@twg2118]

I thought the eye relief numbers were the low mag and high mag numbers not the zone. IF the eye relief is 3.9 - 4.3 then the eye relief is 3.9 at the lowest mag and 4.3 at the highest mag. If it lists just 4 for eye relief then it's a constant 4 for all mag ranges.

[@JustinJFilson]

Hey NutNFancy, I think you missed there (excuse cone here, I have not bought or used what I'm going to talk about but it fits your mindset and POU). I think that the Mark AR line from Leupold fits a lot of your picks for the leupold scopes. I believe in matching turrets and reticle, and I like mils over MOA its easier math for me, says me... I just wish they would give the option of some Horus Reticles. I know a lot of people think they are too much to handle or too complicated, but I think they have a lot of capability to offer after studing how they system works. Keep on doing you I love every thing you offer and taught me! I listen to all areas of Firearms people to pick and choose what tool of POU work for where I'm at in life. Thanks again NutNFancy, The Owl is on the roof....

[@dobermansnp]

Merry Christmas Nutn!! Thanks for all the videos posted!!! Long life for TNP!!!

[@erogers2008]

what about vortex optics? had good results with them. slightly heavy in the midrange at 18.5 ounces, and 16.5oz in the 1-4x but still affordable, and good quality. also cheaper than other "high quality" scopes and they have alot of the features that come on more expensive glass

[@3rockranch]

Excellent Nutn! I found TNP last year while researching scopes for my AR. Great to see a realistic update. Sooo many guys wasting money on high end optics. Got the weaver 2.5-7. No regrets.

[@Serenityindailylife]

Vortex uses zero stop on their scopes, some are not very expensive.... Nikon Scopes are also very affordable and they have spot on software for free so it can be adapted to different rifles. good glass on the whole. The biggest problem I find with modern glass is the outer fringing on the glass that is very distracting, I see it on almost every MTAC scope I have ever seen. On the Leupold, I prefer the M1 and M2 dials as well, I carried a M1 dialed scope on my first deployment and it was switched out to a M3 on my last deployment, I swapped them out in country with the help of the optics shop at Baghram. Magnifiers are great of you can mount them and dismount them, I used one in the past with a GG&G mount that swaps with a PVS14. The ACO is not as much of a value as the PRO aimpoint. I use the NV function on my rifles because I use them to hunt.

Col. You're awesome. Really dig the great info & the way you present it. Thank you!

[@nobryan0704]

Thank you for the perfect timing. Just finishing up an spr build and have been so confused trying to pick a scope. Then you introduced me to the leupold vxr

[@ONLY_FXRS]

IMO Bushnell is the best budget glass. For the price (usually around $75) and quality, the Bushnell trs25 is STILL the leader is cheap but reliable red dots. For close-medium range/ 3gun stuff I like the Bushnell Plc throwdown 1-4x24 ffp illuminated scope (priced right around the $200 range). For medium- long range shooting I like the Bushnell elite tactical 3200 fixed 10x scope (again around the $200 range). I have all 3 and they all work great for what I need/use them for.

[@slightenigma]

What??? Did someone forget about the SWFA SS Straight 10 mag w/ 30mm 42 objective at 300 dollars. I love their customer service and other SS versions.

[@skyhop]

+Big Gee Great scope for a bolt gun, bad scope for a "tactical carbine." Straight 10 power is not going to be much fun when you have to run 0-50 yard drills with a semi-auto.

[@slightenigma]

+Tombs Clawtooth I agree with you there and would offer two solutions, the 45 degree off set irons, or the SWFA 1 to 6 mag illuminated scope. I picked it up for 3 gun and my 30-30 lever. 6X is good enough for game out to 200 yards.

[@skyhop]

Big Gee The straight 6 should work for about any distance pretty well, especially on a 30-30. Granted, I'm comfortable with higher magnification than most even at shorter distances.

[@thurstonhowell9782]

He may not have forgotten the SWFA offerings. He may have chosen not to include them due to the fact that both of the models you mentioned are over 20 ounces without a mount.

[@slightenigma]

+Thurston Howell weight is a good point. Ounces add up to pounds and pounds can fatigue the shooter. I prefer straight magnifications with HD glass at bargain prices. Everyone has preferences. I tend to shoot more statically at distance then CQB drilling. So my bias is towards clarity, while a CQB guy would be more bias to less weight. It seems these SS scopes are over looked and when I had an issue with one I had owned over three years, the. company swapped out the scope.

[@renaissancejack6592]

Sometimes, the only decision more complex to make besides what rifle to buy, is what optic. Thanks for the great overview of some optic options, Nutnfancy. Also, I recommend you check out some optics by Vortex, Hi-Lux and Primary Arms. They've got some very high value optics that would be great for TNP.

[@james072492]

I'm calling for a full review on the vortex strikefire 2 I have one and love it more TNP'ers need to know about it

[@stanleyjohnson9242]

I've hunted with a bushnell elite 3200&3500 scopes with their rain guard coating which is amazing.

[@Clutch_Kick187]

Hey Nutn.. if you think you can't range with a reticle.. you haven't tried the ACSS reticle designed by primary arms.. even the acog as adopted it.. It is quick and easy bro..

[@idardjupesland4777]

Sounds like you should buy some Vortex optics! lifetime guarantee, illuminated crosshairs and rugged as hell!! And price isn't bad at all!

[@kitosumi]

Hey Nutn, can you please also add the top quality Scope Ring links in future videos on these? Love the vid and keep it up!

[@caddilacjim]

Merry Christmas TNP.Vortex is a great option for red dots and scopes if you don't have $400 for a red dot or scope.Great video Nutn.

[@AA-il9pc]

Have you considered doing a review on range finders? That'd be awesome.

[@Razilix]

I'm not really a scope guy I only own 1 at the moment that I actually pleased with its a Vortex ceasefire 2 with illuminated V dot it's 1x4 and it what I have, simple light and easy to use, also got it on Amazon for like $160.00 I think it may be cheaper now and no one can argue the quality of Vortex scopes.

[@Razilix]

Vortex Crossfire II*

[@skyhop]

Hahaha @ the VXR. Way back in the day when you were advocating midrange magnification, I snagged a 2-7x33mm VXR for $420 shipped new. It has been an excellent scope, but I like different things now and shoot differently. I run a trijicon TA31F now and prefer it over the VXR for 99% of things, it has as much field of view at 4x as the VXR has at 2x. It's lighter, it's smaller, and it's tougher. But yeah for the money the VXR is excellent.

[@archie1rodenbo]

So glad I found this channel I'm just eating it up.

[@AKDMB]

@8:09 MAG Tactical Lower with an MLOK Rail and MFT Minimalist Stock. Did I miss a Nutnfancy Lightweight AR15 Build?

[@bradchenoweth7584]

Every one has their own preferences. I think the important thing is to show the options and to give people a little to think about. Its cool to see some cheaper priced optics and there are beginning to be a lot more cheaper optics with higher end features. Does that mean that they're as nice as a higher end option? Eh, probably not, but they work and most people can find the value in it. I'm personally a big fan of Burris's XTR II scopes. There are a lot of scopes here out there not covered and lets face it, Nut'n isn't made of money, and its his video with his spin. The only thing I can say is take your time and research. Theres so many options out there that it gets mind boggling and hard to keep everything straight some times.

[@Ukelay13]

Nutnfancy, I recently picked up a Mueller Tactical 4-16x50 AO scope and I'm impressed, I think you should check them out. They have a few minor downfalls but the clarity of the glass really makes it a good value for the price. Merry Christmas!

[@bjohnson7188]

Thanks for the review, Leupold pig plex 1-4 is great for an AR and it's about 260 bucks, does anybody know of any QD rings that are extra tall? Please advise as I had to get rail risers to clear my Yankee hill folding sights

[@BigShay1977]

You can get the Trijicon MROs from American Defense Manufacturing with a QD mount for sub-$500.

[@pjschumaker]

Vortex optics has zero stop and you can buy them for well under the $1,000 price point, plus ffp as well.

[@archie1rodenbo]

What company is the best for long range.

[@molonlaberange6404]

Happy New Year Nutnfancy, I REALLY enjoy the information and opinions you share with us, I only want to offer up my opinion re: an inexpensive First focal plane mil/ mil w/ ranging, parallax and illumination w/ an aiming chevron inside of a partial circle. that perhaps you might want to review/ give us your opinion on. I have used it for a year and for the money think it is a very good scope, they also offer a "R" reticle like a Horus type 4-14 w/ 44mm objective and 30mm tube. Primary Arms ACSS HUD DMR 308 and or R-Grid Reticle. Regards Bill

[@bconiswhattheycallme]

What is your gun storage system? At what point did you stop (if you did) putting all your guns into a safe?

[@azbestofthewest]

A few days ago I just watched again "Best AR-15 Scopes" by Nutnfancy. THANK YOU for this updated video!

[@A.J.Collins]

Great review. Thank you so much for your thoughtful videos.

[@RiderofthePegasus]

What are your thoughts on the Trijicon ACOG. The TA31h model to be exact.

[@cortez0331]

"One upmanship" haha classic man I love it ! and you are so right about it too

[@glennwih]

FFP First Focal Plane is the number one factor unless you only shoot at 200 or less.

[@homersimpsonii5455]

+glennwih That is a matter of opinion.

[@glennwih]

+Homer Simpson II USMC PMI MOS 8531 and I shoot 1/4" groups with my AR-15 in 6.8 SPC II. Any other comments?

[@homersimpsonii5455]

glennwih I am sure you are and I am sure you do and all that. Once again it is a matter of opinion keyboard warrior.

[@glennwih]

I am a real warrior and have trained tens of thousands of Marines how to shoot. You have not and your opinion is noted but ignored, keyboard dork.

[@homersimpsonii5455]

glennwih As I said, I am sure you did and sure you are and all that. If you are ignoring my opinion, then you would not be commenting in the first place genius.

[@Vaul_The_Merchant]

I'm still torn as what to put on my ruger 10/22 TD, ive read the scope has to be under 10 inches to fit into the bags pouches properly. I didnt grow up with having firearms, so this is a whole new world to me. But that being said, buying a 150+ scope for a plinking gun, just doesnt make all that much sense to me.

[@claystar9valor]

I have a Remington 597 .22lr with a weaver rail that they say can have a 1" scope on it. So I want a Leupold FX-1 Rimfire 4x28mm scope, but what mounts would work for it? Any help would be appreciated.

[@johngnipper1454]

Great review----- practical and high value choices. I love my NF but its a block of firewood for weight. Take care and good shooting.

[@TheModernNeanderthal]

Have you seen the VXR Patrol 3-9? Takes the VXR 3-9 x 40 and revises it for more tactical use.

[@Edgearoth]

Red skies was such a great video series, would love to see another one like that, maybe one at that table top rock you and Buggitnuster found that one time.

[@waterboy330]

I am just curios Nutn. Why would you get the bigger and heavier Aimpoint when a T/H series is a much lighter alternative?

[@C_Squared]

U need to mention the cost difference between first focal plane and second focal plane, especially in your 1-4 mag range. Most BDC reticles are 2nd focal plane. First focal is ALWAYS more expensive. I hate 2nd personally, but for my AR it's perfect. For my GAP-10, its first all the way.

[@chrism5086]

Have I ever drifted off during a conversation? LoL everytime my wife talks.

[@tangofox3442]

New survival of the fittest Drinking Game: one shot per the verbage "Systems" during 1 hour long video by Nutn.Merry Christmas to you all. truly enjoyed the video and insight.CPO, USN (Ret.)

[@WStar4Life]

You forgot about the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x24! I have it and it is amazeballs! Plus Vortex has one of the best warranties in the biz. If the strike eagle isn't good enough then you can always go to the Viper or Razor series. Vortex makes great scopes and I can't believe you didn't even mention a single scope of theirs!

[@C_Squared]

Also, you should look at fixed 10x scopes. There are a few winners out there.

[@-Magus]

When the video started I said Nutnfancy will say the Leupold VXR 4-12x50 would be #1. I had one on my 20" AR and it was great up to 250 yards.

[@McMeatBag]

Why don't you send in the Mark 4 to fix the illumination? Also you can get Aimpoint's PRO for under $400 and it comes with a nice QD mount.

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

To me, if I'm going with anything red dot or illuminated, it must also have a etched reticle.

[@tonydowd8566]

I'm kinda surprised that you didn't have the SWFA scope in the mix. great quality for the price range

[@anobservation6931]

+Tony Dowd SWFAs have mil turrets - he doesn't like mil turrets and wants MOA turrets. That is why no SWFA.