So many new scope manufacturers out there... new ones in the mix

[Azbuilder]

That almost sounded like Koshkin!

If you're referring to me, I appreciate the compliment, but I'm a LOOONG ways from being Ilya's equal, haha!

Not an AR addict ?
How about Mikhail then, one of my hero's! :clap:

 

[Basher]

That almost sounded like Koshkin!

If you're referring to me, I appreciate the compliment, but I'm a LOOONG ways from being Ilya's equal, haha!

Not an AR addict ?
How about Mikhail then, one of my hero's! :clap:

Perhaps I'm confused, but I think Jack Dupp was referencing Ilya Koshkin, the so-called "Dark Lord of Optics," known far and wide as one of the best and most prolific optics reviewers on the web. You seem to be comparing Eugene Stoner (AR) vs Mikhail Kalashnikov (AK)? If so, I'm a solid AR guy. I'd love an AK variant, but have never found the interest deep enough to dedicate the funds towards one.

 

[Azbuilder]

No, I know Ilya....Optic Thoughts, Optics Talk forum
My bad humor :?
Ilya Koshkin , he once referred to himself as a AR addict (AA (AR-addict Anonymous))
My girlfriend is also a Optics Engineering Scientist, she enjoys some of his reviews.
Mikhail Koshkin designed the T-34 tank

 

[Racewin]

What are people's thoughts on the Nightforce SHV line? Could better be had at the same price?

 

[knockonit]

pretty amazing the scope options, just seems to be no end to it, some are so complicated you'd need a tutor to get thru the instructions.

think i'll stick to simple and easy ones.
Rj

 

[fixerv12]

Might have to stop by Riton Optics and check them out. Didn't know we had a rifle optics company in Tucson.

 

[Azbuilder]

Any info on Athlon scopes? They look interesting for the street price.

 

[QuentinDefense]

Might have to stop by Riton Optics and check them out. Didn't know we had a rifle optics company in Tucson.

We have been a dealer for Riton for a while now. Very impressed with the quality of the product. We have the full line at our shop in Gilbert.

 

[samnev]

I use the Burris II 5x25x50 scope. Been very happy with it. It does very well at 1,000 yards and out. I think for the money it's one of the best bang for the bucks.

Same here, excellent scope for the $$$$.

 

[338lapua]

Might have to stop by Riton Optics and check them out. Didn't know we had a rifle optics company in Tucson.

We have been a dealer for Riton for a while now. Very impressed with the quality of the product. We have the full line at our shop in Gilbert.

Are they made in the US or overseas?

 

[lew]

Any info on Athlon scopes? They look interesting for the street price.

They have a very solid lineup. I got to sample their wares at the NRAAM, and bought two of the Talos 1-4x BTR's for a couple of my AR's. Adjustments are positive and repeatable, glass is very good (better than the Primary Arms and Leupold I messed with, comparable with Vortex, Nightforce, and S&B [yeah, I said that]). Between them and Vortex, my optics needs are covered.

 

[samnev]

Has any one used or have an opinion on Konus Pro 6.5-25x44 scopes? My brother has been using one for 3 + years and never had a problem. Seems to track well and to my eyes seems to have decent optical qualities. The few times I've looked thru it seems to be on same level a Bushnell Elite scopes.

 

[428cj]

So far I have very good luck with my Burris 5x25x50 II. For the money it's hard to beat. I have done long range with it, at 1,000 yards.

 

[shooter444]

Has any one used or have an opinion on Konus Pro 6.5-25x44 scopes? My brother has been using one for 3 + years and never had a problem. Seems to track well and to my eyes seems to have decent optical qualities. The few times I've looked thru it seems to be on same level a Bushnell Elite scopes.

Yes, I have one on an AR long distance build,... I have no complaints at all, but I have only had it for about a year, and only shot it out to 200 yds a half dozen times.

I also have a fixed 4X, probably from their very early production years that is fantastic in every aspect,... imo!

 

[shooter444]

So far I have very good luck with my Burris 5x25x50 II. For the money it's hard to beat. I have done long range with it, at 1,000 yards.

I have a Burris illuminated 3.5-10x50mm that is probably 20 plus years old, that I can't kill! I think Burris is an excellent scope maker!

 

[samnev]

Has any one used or have an opinion on Konus Pro 6.5-25x44 scopes? My brother has been using one for 3 + years and never had a problem. Seems to track well and to my eyes seems to have decent optical qualities. The few times I've looked thru it seems to be on same level a Bushnell Elite scopes.

Yes, I have one on an AR long distance build,... I have no complaints at all, but I have only had it for about a year, and only shot it out to 200 yds a half dozen times.

I also have a fixed 4X, probably from their very early production years that is fantastic in every aspect,... imo!

I've ben thinking of buying one for my 308 POF. I can't keep putting Nightforce or even Burris XTR II'S, Bushnell Elites on my rifles without a hassle from the boss. I forgot to mention my brother in law also has used the same model on his S&W MP10 for almost 4 years without a problem. Seems like a lot of scope for not much money.

 

[shooter444]

If you search through this thread, you will find my original post about Konus,... it really is the only cheap scope I have found, over the years, that I am very satisfied with.

I hate to recommend cheap scopes, out of the fear that I got a good one and someone else may get a lemon. You never know when QC can change with any company, on any product,.... so, it all is basically a crap shoot, imo.