Vortex Optics: A Question

[AzHuntingAddict]

I have two Vortex scopes and two pairs of binos. Never had a problem with the scopes on my rifles. One on a 30.06 and the other on a .308 without problems for over 5 years.

[cramerhunts]

I have three viper scopes from the base viper to the pst and have had zero problems. I have a pair of the 12x50 HD's and love them, also an older skyline spoter with zero problems. I have the ranger 1000 range finder with zero problems. I have a couple friends that have had the exact opposite though with both rifle scopes and the range finders so I'm not 100% sure where I stand. For my experience I've been 100% satisfied but also seen my friends get so frustrated with theirs they got rid of all of their vortex stuff and never looked back. The lack of consistency is definitely something to consider when I need to make my next purchase and think it is worth noting.

[Coach]

I've bought a lot of Vortex products for my sons because I know they are hard on gear. Overall, I've found the optics to be very good for the price. And when/if an issue arises, their customer service is second to none. From eyecups being twisted off, to those rubber objective covers that Swaro, etc. wants $15 - $20 to replace, Vortex fixes it all for free.

 

I haven't tried their higher end rifle scopes yet. I agree, when I do invest that kind of money, I don't want to have to send it in for repair or replacement. I just want it to work. But it is nice to know, if you do have a problem, they'll take care of it.

[tomkat12]

Just wondering what you guys would suggest as alternates to a vortex scope line in the $500-1000 range? Doesn't seem to much else out there w tactical turrets and enough elevation to be useful.

[STOMP442]

Leupold vxIIs and vxIIIs are way better optics for the money and have just as good of warranty.

[WHT_MTNMAN]

Leupold vxIIs and vxIIIs are way better optics for the money and have just as good of warranty.

+1

[willhunt4coues]

I too have had the PST line and was not to happy to find out I had lens loose, parralax issues, and tracking issues. I have since changed to all Sightron SIII products and can tell you the SIII line has over 100 moa of adjustment, clarity is to die for, and perfect tracking while maintaining lightweight design and affordable VERY AFFORDABLE. Check them out you will NOT be disappointed. I actually sold both of my 2000.00 Valdada scopes so I could buy these Sightron SIII 6-24x50 FFP/LRMOA

[willhunt4coues]

IMO a product selling point should never be about the warranty. The best warranty is the one you never have to use. Vortex is all about their warranty to me that tells me you will have problems.

[pwrguy]

An interesting read. I have not heard much negative about Vortex until now. Personally I like the VX3 and VX4 from Leupold, but these would be considered in a different price point than most Vortex scopes. I also think the Nightforce are great scopes as well.

[HuntHarder]

Phew.. I thought I was the only one who did not like the taste of the Vortex kool-aid. Having a fantastic warranty is great!!!, problem is, you WILL have to use it. Let's just hope it is not during a hunt of a lifetime.

[trphyhntr]

I don't know, the first PST we got seemed inconsistent so we took it back and exchanged it. sighted it in, shot some practice and did good. went to shoot my deer, hit 6ft left in no wind. it was probably me so it doesn't mean anything, but I think theyre a glorified BSA and im done with them. anyone want to buy a PST?

[tomkat12]

I think there's some truth to the Vortex coolaide but there's not much in the price range if u want tactical turrets. Leupold doesn't seem to be paying much attention to this market (they are still using AO vs side focus on many models and you have to go to the custom shop for turrets). Ive never owned a Sightron but hear nothing but good stuff about them. My experience is that the viper line is either good or bad, you will eventually get a decent scope/Bino/spotter but u might have to send it back a few times. All of the Razor line of products I've played with have been top notch.

[Guest 300ultramag.]

+1 for sightron this will be my next scooe

[Adicted]

I love vortex....on my whitetail hunt my kaibabs fell off my outdoorsman stud and landed right on the dang eyeglass just completely ruined them on the first day of hunt. was my fault completely. I sent them in to get fixed and costs nothing too me at all, and now am ready to get back in there. With warranty and service like that, I'm sold.

[willhunt4coues]

Both my babies have the new Sightron SIII 6-24X50 FFP LR MOA scopes. Both are suppose to have 80 moa of elevation but BOTH of mine have 95 moa. I also have a SFP SIII 6-24x50 LR MOA it is supposed to have 100 moa and it has 110 moa. Now as far as tracking I did a tall target test on all three of my SIII, my Valdada, and a friends Nightforce NXS. A tall target test will tell you after adjusting 30 moa if your scope is a true 1.047 moa or if it is off (will also help to determine if your scope is level with its level). After running the test the SIII were at .998765 of an MOA which means it has less than 1% error in tracking which according to Applied ballistics books you do not need to correct for anything less than 1%. The Valdada had .983255 of an MOA which means it has 2% error. This will need to be inputted into your ballistics program. Now you ready for this we did this test twice and confirmed both times that the Nightforce was at .968655 of an MOA which is 4% error. It is fine that the scope has this you just HAVE to input it into your program to correct your drop. In order to do the tall target test you have to have a 300' tape measure and get down to the EXACT 1/4 inch if not the test is flawed. Sightron does all work in house and has a custom shop in house (to customize your scope YOUR WAY). They have Exact track tracking system, GREAT warranty, and the best part the FFP scopes you can find for 850.00 to 950.00 almost everywhere online the SFP scopes you can find for 750.00 to 850.00. They also only weigh 21 oz and have MIL scopes.