Thinking about picking up a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x

[Bull's_eye]

I'm looking for an optic for my 6.8 AR that I will be using for deer and hog hunting. Distances would be out to 200 yards, maybe a little longer on the rare occasion. I would guess most shots would be within 100 yards.

I would like to keep it at 1x on the low end for quick target acquisition, and would like an illuminated reticle. The BDC is for 5.56, I'm assuming all I will have to do to use it with 6.8 is to calculate at what distances the hash marks line up, correct?

I looked at the Vortex at a store today, and liked it.

What other scopes should I be looking at for similar price/features? If I spend an extra $200 or $300, what would that gain me?

I don't know much about mounts, other than I will need 30mm rings. What do I need to look for in a mount? Any suggestions for ones to go with?

I will have flip up iron sights with this rifle. Ideally I'd be able to shoot through those if I have to without removing the scope and just setting it to 1x. Will this be possible?

[hardcore4sure]

Primary Arms 1x6 ACSS $269! Very similar, almost identical except for the ACSS reticle.You'll need an extended cantilever mount to get good eye relief.

[E92335i]

Just bought this scope and I like it too. Get it at Primary Arms. They discount the rings when you buy scope. For rings, get an extended one like the American Defense Recon mount.

[Paperchasin]

I was in the exact same situation and opted to save a little bit more for a used Vortex PST 1-4x. I prefer better glass over the extra 2x reach of the strike eagle.

[CSTactical]

We have the Vortex Strike Eagle and other low powered variables in stock, give us a call at 916-670-1103 and we can guide you to what you're looking for.

[mengin]

I would recommend going with the strike eagle over the primary arms simply for the lifetime warranty of vortex vs the 3-year warranty of primary arms. From the reviews it seems to be identical glass/scope with different reticles.

[Whatisthis?]

I was in the exact same situation and opted to save a little bit more for a used Vortex PST 1-4x. I prefer better glass over the extra 2x reach of the strike eagle.

For under 200 yards, I would go with a better quality 1-4x, no questions asked. While the Vortex Viper PST 1-4x is good quality, I would opt for the newer Trijicon AccuPower 1-4. You can get them for anywhere between $600-$650. It's made in Japan and has Trijicon's name on it.

I chose this one with the green reticle:

https://www.trijicon.com/na_en/products/product3.php?pid=RS24-C-1900006

I absolutely love it. I think it's probably the most solid buy for a 1-4 for a compromise between cost and product. I really don't want to spend $1000+ on a simple 1-4x but I would also prefer a quality made scope. The AccuPower was the answer for me.

For the record, I haven't tried a StrikeEagle yet, so I can't speak towards the quality of it.

[Redeyedrider]

I'm looking for an optic for my 6.8 AR that I will be using for deer and hog hunting. Distances would be out to 200 yards, maybe a little longer on the rare occasion. I would guess most shots would be within 100 yards.

I would like to keep it at 1x on the low end for quick target acquisition, and would like an illuminated reticle. The BDC is for 5.56, I'm assuming all I will have to do to use it with 6.8 is to calculate at what distances the hash marks line up, correct?

I looked at the Vortex at a store today, and liked it.

What other scopes should I be looking at for similar price/features? If I spend an extra $200 or $300, what would that gain me?

I don't know much about mounts, other than I will need 30mm rings. What do I need to look for in a mount? Any suggestions for ones to go with?

I will have flip up iron sights with this rifle. Ideally I'd be able to shoot through those if I have to without removing the scope and just setting it to 1x. Will this be possible?

Have you considered Flip Up 45 degree sights. I have the Strike Eagle with 45 sight but mine are fixed (not flip up). I like having them off to the side and out of the way.

[jayincali]

Just got my Strike Eagle today, scope is pretty dang awesome for the price point. Glass looks really crisp and clear. I had a Trijicon TR24 prior so I'm comparing the Strike Eagle to the TR24.

Got mine from Optics planet for $300 and free 3 day shipping.



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