It is for my son’s first AR, and I have more kids getting older. So I’d like decent quality without breaking the bank. They can decide later if they want to pony up for better glass. Now that the gratuitous disclosure is over…
I’m guessing the 2-7x mag range is a good compromise for a new shooter/hunter, considering the price range. I’m looking most closely at a Weaver Classic-V or a Burris Fullfield, although I’m not keen on turning the whole eyepiece to adjust mag on the Burris.
Any opinions on which of these two would be better, or another I’ve overlooked? No Chinese manufacturing…
Have you checked out the Leupold Rifleman? I have a limited experience with magnified optics, but the model I have, which happens to be the 2-7x, is more than serviceable. Retail is below $200 if you shop around.
•2-7x35 Rimfire is designed for close range use on 22 rimfire, shotguns, and muzzleloaders.
However it also says this: “…solid one-piece aircraft-grade aluminum alloy construction makes the Diamondback riflescope virtually indestructible and highly resistant to magnum recoil.”
The “rimfire” gives me pause, since .223 is the lowest power this glass will ride on. I assume your 2-7x35 scope is the same as the 2-7x35 Rimfire, except the Rimfire version is not available with the BDC reticle… Is that correct?
Something isn’t quite right with the website. I’ll make sure to have that changed tomorrow.
The only difference between the rimfire and the standard 2-7x35 is that the rimfire version only comes with the V-plex and the parrallax is preset to 50 yards.
The standard 2-7x35 comes with either the V-plex or the Dead-Hold BDC reticle and has the parallax set to 100 yards.
Both scopes are made to handle magnum recoil, so it will serve just fine on a .223 and up.
I haven’t heard of Valhalla; it’s also listed as Centurion Tactical.
Back to normal scopes…I’m leaning toward the Weaver V7, since it’s $50 less than the others, and I can apply the difference toward an SPR-E. Right now, I’m using a Leapers… I like the idea of supporting Vortex, but I read the comparably priced Crossfire model is Chinese.
I’ve not heard a discouraging word about the Weaver. Anyone?
That madogre essay was great. Can’t believe I hadn’t seen it before.
Our Crossfire series are the only riflescopes that we have that are made in China. They are made there to hit a certain price point. The comparable 2-7x32 Crossfire is $110, so it’s a little less than the Diamondback 2-7x35.
All our other riflescopes are made in the Philippines or Japan.
For what it’s worth, we are a US Veteran owned and operated company.
Thanks for considering us and let me know if you have any other questions about our product.
How would these models compare in overall quality…I know that’s a very general and vague question, but it seems others must have made the same decision:
I know that on the opticstalk forum the Vortex line is getting very good feedback…
so… while we have you here (vortex rep)
what the market lacks is a good ill ret 2-7
any chance you guys are working on one?
I bet if you posted a question on the optics talk forum there would be lots of interest
Economies of scale is enlightening. Once you have to buy for your kids, too, budgets become critical. If I had to buy now, I could get the Weaver for $150. Diamondback is $175… 3200 is $200, and…
FYI… I just found a deal through CameraLand for a Viper for $250 with free binoculars, IIRC that’s with the $50 rebate. That looks like a screaming deal. I bought from Doug in the past, and CL is good people. My Pentax Pioneer was an amazing deal for $89.
From what I’ve read, the Leupold Rifleman just isn’t up to par with these others, for the same price. Let me know if someone has convincing evidence otherwise…
Fortunately, I am looking ahead to next season, so I don’t have to jump. I would gladly pay a little extra for a solid e-dot, however that’s obviously something you don’t want to rush and have go wrong…
I use a Weaver 2.5 to 7 on my light weight AR carbine and it has given me good service. I paid $129 plus tax from a local dealer a couple of years ago. It is a Japanese made optic (not Chinese) of excellent optical and mechanical quality, especially considering the price. The combo has whacked a lot of badgers.
