Month: December 2014

Originally designed for the US military, the NightForce NXS 5.5-22x 56mm ZS High Speed offers hard target interdiction and extraordinarily long range target shooting. Both of the 5.5-22x Nightforce NXS models give broad magnification range, four inches of eye relief and 100 MOA elevation travel. The characteristics of this scope have allowed snipers to shoot more than 2000 yards accurately.

The tactical scope presents a slim profile, and it adapts to numerous rifle scope mounting systems. As Nightforce’s most advanced optic ever manufactured, people receive accuracy when shooting targets from the longest ranges. With a wide magnification factor of 5.5-22, the 5.5 power allows for close range shots.

Pros of the Nightforce NXS 5.5-22×56 Hi-Speed Riflescope

When the US military uses the scope, it has to be offering value. You cannot go wrong with this product. Even optics in the same price range do not rival the Nightforce NXS. When using the scope, you receive a crystal-clear picture that offers easy adjustment. This product shines for long range shooting. Nightforce uses high-grade titanium internals, the glass is clear and the tracking is flawless. However, comparing this optic to top-tier competitors, you find the scope offers greater compact and a sleeker appearance.

In addition, you receive durability with this product. One outdoors enthusiast talks about how he was hunting elk when his rifle fell from his quad. He checked the zero, and it was still dead-on; two hours later, he bagged a bull at 982 yards with a single shot.

This scope meets the individual’s expectations and exceeds them. Nightforce built a well-deserved reputation for quality, and for the price, you receive the best optic that money can buy. One buyer said that he never bought a reticle with such a solid build. In a side-by-side comparison with a similar Vortex scope, the clarity could not compete. Also, even on large caliber rifles it maintains zero and superior image quality.

In addition, Nightforce customer support provides knowledgeable and friendly service that solves issues quickly and efficiently. When using the windage and elevation dials, people find them easy to use and accurate every time. You can put the scope at half power and full power to use the reticle for ranging. This is a great choice for tactical matches.

Cons of the Nightforce NXS

The biggest con numerous people have observed is the weight of the scope. It is heavier than most. When walking for longer distances, this means you will have more to carry, but if you get the trophy you were looking for, it will have been worth it. About the only other common complaint about the Nightforce NXS is that it does not come cheap. However, you get what you pay for, and this scope is no different. While there are more expensive scopes on the market, they only have a few additional features, and this scope maintains a perfect harmony between price and performance.

A marker for revolutions on the elevation dial and a method to zero the windage knobs would improve the product. Despite that small issue, keeping a good record of your turns make this problem manageable.

Overall, the Nightforce NXS 5.5-22×56 Hi-Speed Riflescope offers pure value for a spectacular price. If you look at similar-priced scopes, you find that they offer less for the same price. While maybe not perfect, this optic has been battle tested under the most dire circumstances. The build, precision, ergonomics and durability are second to none! When you use this scope, the only issue with accuracy will be due to an unsteady hand, rather than a faulty product. Nightforce NXS exceeds the limitations of its predecessors and brings a new standard to the industry.

And if you don’t take my word for it, here are two full video reviews of the scope to use as a second opinion:

The Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Multi-X Reticle Riflescope is a high-quality scope that features multi-coated optics and a durable, one-piece tube construction. Meant to withstand the rigors of mother nature, the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is waterproof and shockproof. This means that you can worry more about what’s in your line of sight than about the sustainability of your equipment.

In addition to being waterproof and shockproof, the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is also fogproof. This means that you can take the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope out in the morning and get a clear line of sight. A fast-focus eyepiece and customizable field of view allows you to zoom in on the target in record time. The field of view on the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is 40 feet at 100 yards with three times magnification. From 100 yards and nine times magnification the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope gets a more targeted yet precise 14 feet in its field of view.

The Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope has an eye relief of 3.3 inches and very manageable dimensions overall. The weight of the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is just under a pound at 13 ounces. The Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope’s weight shouldn’t pose any additional difficulties to isolating and zooming in on your target even under foggy or less-than-ideal ambient conditions. In addition, since the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is only 12 inches in length, you should be able to tack on the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope without worrying about rebalancing your sights or missing your target altogether because of logistical issues.

Generally, the Bushnell Banner Series of sights prides itself on its proprietary “Dusk and Dawn Brightness” capabilities. A multi-coated lens allows each member of the Bushnell Banner Series of sights to efficiently find its target and zoom in with the proper clarity irrespective of ambient brightness. Other sights without multi-coated optics might struggle to get a clear line of sight in early morning or late night conditions, but the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is able to power through.

A fast-focus eyepiece lets you gain even more clarity than ever before. The Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is rendered even more customizable and usable by virtue of the elevation adjustments that you can make on the fly. In addition, the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope includes a fingertip windage that allows for more personal adjustments and greater accuracy. With nine times magnification and features like a waterproof design, the odds of you efficiently finding your target are definitely stacked in your favor.

Because of the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope’s durable and lightweight construction, many users recommend its attachment to smaller ballistic weapons. It’s also very affordable priced under $100 and could make an excellent gift or complement to a secondary weapon. The Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is recommended for hobbyist riflers and more serious marksman alike. Since the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is nitrogen-filled and protected against the elements, almost anyone can use the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope to his advantage and efficiently home in on the target.

Customers are raving that the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is an excellent value and that it works well under a variety of lighting and weather conditions. Just as many customers are pleased with the click adjustments that stay faithful to their marketed measurements. Overall, users are pleased with the simplicity and durability of the design, and the fact that the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope is such a great value. Another point of praise was the Bushnell Banner 3-9×40 Riflescope’s versatility and ability to be attached to a variety of weapons and used from dawn onward.

Before the latest hunting season even began, I knew I wanted to get a new scope for my hunting rifle. I have been going after more large game now that I can hunt more often, and since it has become a major part of my life, I figured my equipment should match my dedication.

When I started my search for the perfect scope, I came across the Redfield brand. I was really impressed by their selection, and they had several options that matched the price point I was pursuing. I landed on the Redfield Revenge 3-9×42 Riflescope. ordering it was a seamless experience, which only added to my good mood when I saw that it had arrived at the house.

Upon opening the box and mounting it to my hunting rifle, I was very impressed that the scope was already set up perfectly for a distance of 100 yards. By the way, putting the scope on my gun was as easy as ordering it. I only needed the basic tools that one would expect to use when mounting it. The scope came with detailed instructions that made it pretty simple to follow and get the job done in just a few minutes. This is the first accessory scope I’ve ever purchased, so having it be so easy was a relief as I wasn’t quite sure what to expect.

Satisfied by my satisfactory initial glance over of the optics, the most significant part of my new tool, I turned my attention to the aesthetics of the Redfield Revenge scope. I like the sleek look to the design, and especially the matte finish to the scope’s surface. The slight muzzle loader outline of the scope is both classic and attractive. The grips added to the scope means that making adjustments while wearing thick gloves outside in the cold is not only possible, but comfortable. Add in the fact that the scope is both fog-proof and water-proof, and this already is a scope I see myself using in a variety of different situations.

Of course, putting a scope on a hunting rifle and admiring how it looks is not the main reason we hunters buy a Redfield Revenge 3-9×42 Riflescope! The performance of the scope is where the “meat” of the purchase lies. Luckily, I had this last weekend free and I was able to get outdoors and give this new scope a proper test run. I must say, I grew even more impressed with my purchase when I got to experience it in action.

The scope handles beautifully. I was able to quickly made adjustments on the fly, which is very important to me. I had no trouble seeing them either, which I am chalking up to the coating on the scope. The targets showed up clear and free from the glare that has plagued me before when I used other scopes. This scope has long eye relief, which makes hunting with it so much better than going without it. The other unique feature that really sets it apart for me is that it has customization options for adjustment settings.

Overall, this scope has show itself to be an essential new accessory for my hunting rifle. While this was my first personal purchase of a scope, I found the entire experience from researching, ordering, mounting, and using the scope to be a breeze. I’d recommend this to my friends and I am sure I will want to purchase another one of these in the future. In the meantime, I am going to be using the one I have as much as possible!

The Nikon Prostaff 4-12x40mm Riflescope is another in a long line of riflescopes designed by Nikon. This scope comes equipped with a bevy of features that will prove useful for hunters of any experience level. The following will provide an in-depth review of the Nikon Prostaff 4-12x40mm Riflescope, including the primary features and pros/cons of the scope.

Primary Features

The Nikon Prostaff Riflescope comes with a plethora of useful features. As is implied within the name, the scope offers a wide range of 4 to 12 x magnification and a lens that is measured at 40mm. The optical system that is equipped on the scope allows for 98 percent of light that is available to transmit through the scope so you won’t be blinded by any light glare when lining up the sights. The scope itself is designed in a way that is waterproof and fog-proof, which allows hunting in practically all weather conditions. Another great feature is that of the zero-reset turret that is attached to the scope. This feature provides hunters with the ability to lift the adjustment knob and turn it to zero as a means of resetting the scope. This adjustment knob allows for extremely quick readjustments in the field. The length of the scope is 14.1 inches and allows for a eye relief distance of 3.7 inches.

Pros

There are a myriad of positive aspects associated with this riflescope. The transmitting of 98 percent of light in the surrounding area provides fantastic brightness even in conditions that aren’t. This becomes really useful during those dark and foggy mornings when you’re looking to get out on the hunt early. The matte black finish of the scope is sleek and goes well with practically all rifles. The field of view provided by the 4 to 12 x magnification is perfect for setting up your shot to even the most minutest of degrees. The field of view at 4x magnification is just over 23 ft. at a distance of 100 yards away, while the 12x magnification level provides a field of view that is just over 7 ft. at a distance of 100 yards away. The scope itself being fog-proof and waterproof is hugely beneficial to those early mornings hunts in fog and heavy amounts of dew. Sighting in general is exceedingly quick and easy to accomplish with this scope and helps dramatically with readjustments that need to be made on the fly.

Cons

Though there are plenty of positives with this scope, there are a couple of negatives that you should be aware of as well. For one, the crosshairs on the scope can be considered to be slightly too thick to make for precise shots at the maximum magnification, though this isn’t typically that much of an issue. The eye relief is also a bit short for some of the higher magnification levels.

Verdict

Overall, the Nikon Prostaff 4-12x40mm Riflescope is one of the better scopes available at a price of just under $200.00. The clear optics and ability to easily re-adjust the parameters of the sight makes for very simple sighting. Users will also notice that the weather-proofing on the scope is very high quality and allows for hunting in any weather condition. Though there are a couple of negatives associated with the scope, such as short eye relief at higher magnification levels and thick crosshairs at maximum magnification, there are a wealth of positive aspects to the riflescope that make it a scope that is well worth recommending to anyone in the market for one.