Magnification | 3-9 x |
Objective Lens Diameter | 40 mm |
Eye Relief | 3.3-3.5 inches |
Field of View | 44.6-14.8 feet/100 yards |
Tube Size | 1 inch |
Turret Style | Low capped |
Adjustment Graduation | 1/4 MOA |
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Skylar McMahon
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Posted: January/11/2012 at 10:39 |
Xot3ric- First of all, Welcome to the OT. I cannot speak on behalf of the Burris. I have no field experience with it. You are correct though. They are both closely prices and very similar. The Burris has a slightly longer eye relief. But I have a handfull of the Vortex Diamondbacks in 3-9x40. I didn't get a whole lot of photos, because I only had my cell phone on me. But this picture was taken about 30 min before the sun went down, on 9X at 100 yards. ( Picture removed ) One thing I really like about the Diamondback is the re-setable turrets. I didn't like was how tight they were from the factory. I had to dial the windage and elevation all the up to loosen them, then find my zero, lift the turret dial off, re-position then tighten back down. Overall, I was very impressed with how it functions and tracks. I am very pleased with them. With it geting dark sooner in the evening has limited my field time with making videos and taking pictures. But I hope to have some new videos and pics up real on soon mostly on SS stuff.
Edited by Skylar McMahon - January/11/2012 at 15:48
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Posted: January/11/2012 at 11:10 |
Thanks for the welcome and info Skylar.
That looks really nice, and that is a good tip for re-setting the turrets.
Does anyone have the E1?
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Posted: January/11/2012 at 11:37 |
I don't have an E1, but if it is the same glass that is in my FFII, it is, in my opinion, better than the Diamondback.
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Posted: January/11/2012 at 15:39 |
When I last compared 3-9x40 versions of Fullfield II and Diamondback, I thought that the Diamondback had better glass, although by a small margin.
With the E1, I personally do not like the floating reticle. Aside from that, it is a nice scope.
I would figure out which reticle you prefer and use that to make a decision.
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Posted: January/11/2012 at 15:49 |
I will get some better photos of the Diamondback later, hopefully this evening.
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Posted: January/11/2012 at 20:21 |
Hello xot3ric. I have been looking at the same scopes you are as well as a few others. Not sure how partial you are to the ballistic reticles but another good scope that was suggested to me was a Bushnell. Heres the link......http://swfa.com/Bushnell-3-9x40-Elite-Rifle-Scope-P48274.aspx. I believe its in the same price range. Let us know what you get and what you think of it
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Posted: January/12/2012 at 05:13 |
Hey Staedy Aim,
I checked it out an love that it has a side focus, that's typically something you don't see at that price point, but I an uncertain which model this is? Is the glass the same quality as an elite 4200?
Also I heard that the warranty and customer service can't compare with Burris and Vortex?
If I go with Vortex and I accidentally drop my rifle from a treestand, they will take the scope back no questions asked.
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Posted: January/12/2012 at 06:03 |
I have a older burris FFii and I like it very much. Can't say on the vortex but the ones I have handled in the stores have looked nice. Like mentioned above the floating reticle is a bit different and not my cup of tea.
Not to hijack your thread but your last post sort of left me with a question that I feel sort of plagues the optics industry. Do you feel it s/b warranty work to cover a scope damaged by ones own mistake or bad fortune what ever you want to call it. I do not and would not expect the company to repair or replace my scope destroyed by a drop from a tree stand , 4 wheeler what have you w/o charging me for it. I know the internet is full of stories but that isn't right imho.
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Posted: January/12/2012 at 11:20 |
I can see where your coming from powderburn, but I think vortex understands that these things happen, that's why they offer this kind of coverage, it's their business decision (and a smart one). I think what you are referring to is if one replaces a scope and lies as to why its broken because the warranty doesn't cover accidental damage. If you want to continue this topic please open a new thread.
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Posted: January/12/2012 at 20:55 |
[QUOTE=xot3ric]Hey Staedy Aim,
Is the glass the same quality as an elite 4200?
Also I heard that the warranty and customer service can't compare with Burris and Vortex?
I am not sure of the glass compared to the 4200s but some have suggested that its as good if not better than the other scopes you mentioned. As far as the warranty its a limited lifetime warranty. I think thats the same as Burris. I have heard that customer service is hit and miss though. Tough to beat the Vortex warranty but I agree with powderburn. I could not in good conscience expect them to replace it due to my own mistake. IMO the warranty wouldnt define my choice. Its funny, when I asked these questions I had three scopes in mind under $200. By the time everyone chimed in I was considering 5-6 @ $300 or more. People here are very knowledgable and give insight that seems to change perspectives. Very cool site !! Maybe Ill just buy a $3000 Nightforce and learn to sleep on the couch Good luck
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Posted: January/14/2012 at 23:25 |
I own a older burris FFii and I like it greatly. Can not declare around the vortex nevertheless the kinds We've handled inside the retailers have got seemed great. Like mentioned previously the floating reticle is various and not my own cup of tea.
Never to hijack the thread however, your last post kind of left myself which has a problem i sense kind of troubles your optics market. Do you experience feeling this s/b guarantee try to deal with the scope ruined by your own error
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