vortex viper PST 2.5-10 X 32

[joe]

anyone have any experiance with this scope? this is a first focal plane scope which i understand is true at all magnfications.. the object lense is x32, will that pose a problem ? normally i see shooters with x 44 etc?? it will go on my L129A1 striaght pull when it arrives, will be using it for CSR and shooting at bisley up 800 yards



joe

[ovenpaa]

You can certainly shoot 1000 yards and more with a 32x 'scope so that is not an issue. Other than that I know nothing about the 'scope but the L129A1 looks interesting.

[channel12]

My Nightforce is 2.5 - 10 x 24 and I don't have a problem using it out to 600 yards in CSR matches. Having said that the never version of my scope now comes with 32 mm objective.

[joe]

I was reading that a bigger objective lense is better because it let's in.more light? ?? apparently an objective lense of x 44 is the optium

[ovenpaa]

Oops, yes you are quite right. So it is a 2.5-10 magnification with 32mm objective. I shoot a lot with 'scopes in the 10/12 and 16X magnification range and they all work perfectly well to 1000 yards however they tend to have objectives around the 50-56mm range. the 32mm will not let as much light in however on a reasonable day that is not a huge issue as you are shooting at targets. If possible I would suggest trying it first as there is more to a 'scope than just the objective, things like glass coatings and positive clicks and repeatable tracking are also important.

[Individual]

I have just bought a Viper PST 1-4 x 24 to use for CSR out to 500 a few others have them also.
Seems like a good value optic.
Service optic class is limited to 4.bowl ( as RN-subbie reminded me last time )
Haven't found the 24 to be a worry, its plenty bright enough

So a PST 2.5-10 x 32 should be up to the job for CSR.

Having spent 3.5K on a rifle I must say I'm surprised to see you go for the budget end of the scope market.
Surely some nice S&B would be more appropriate? :lol:

[joe]

not much change after £3.5 k! :(

[ovenpaa]

You can always upgrade the 'scope at a later date and meanwhile at least you will be able to shoot the new rifle and who knows, the 'scope might be perfect for your needs.

[joe]

very true I was orginally looking at us optics or night force but cost over £1000! the vortex pst 2.5-10 x 32. has alot of good reviews from the states only concerned low light conditions with a 32x objective lense! that huge sight that army use on the l129a1 costs £2000!

[channel12]

not much change after £3.5 k! :(

It used to be said you spend the money on the scope and the loose change on the rifle