Leupold Mark6 1-6x Optic Updates

[TheDarkOne]

i have noticed that there is a little distortion when i move around under 1x. i do not have a lot of experience w/ variable power optics... is this normal? it is very subtle, but i did notice it when im using it indoors. outside on the flat range, i didnt notice it at all.

I have the same question. I've been playing around with a Vortex PST 1-4x24 and have noticed the same thing. I will even get two target images before my right eye takes over. It's not a huge deal, but definitely not the same a shooting my T1. I was hoping it would go away with the Mark VI, so it is a little disappointing to hear that. I'm curious is there is a variable that doesn't suffer from the same thing. Anyone?

[goteron]

I don't get that with my Z6i. But I also didnt get it with an MTAC, Vortex, or any of the other 1-x's ive tried. Maybe just my eyes.

[Gunzilla]

The Burris XTR is not that good from what I recall in the illumination department. But it sounds like Leupold is getting better than the previously un usable illumination in the daylight.
Pat

Unless one is shooting at a black or dark target I really don't see the 'need' to use illumination in daylight conditions. So far I've not had any issues while using my Burris XTR when I've turned it on during daylight shooting....which I must say isn't very often, in fact I don't even keep a battery in it most of the time.

[TheDarkOne]

Unless one is shooting at a black or dark target I really don't see the 'need' to use illumination in daylight conditions. So far I've not had any issues while using my Burris XTR when I've turned it on during daylight shooting....which I must say isn't very often, in fact I don't even keep a battery in it most of the time.

I agree. At least with the Vortex I'm experimenting with, its not really a light like the aimpoint, just a reticule that is red in color. In fact, one could argue it makes it worse since there is more contrast with black.

[SPQR476]

If the substentions and numbers on the vortex tmcq reticle were a little bolder, and it had partial anchors to te edge of the FOV, I'd be extremely happy with that reticle.

[TehLlama]

If the substentions and numbers on the vortex tmcq reticle were a little bolder, and it had partial anchors to te edge of the FOV, I'd be extremely happy with that reticle.

I'm absolutely in the same boat - if they can make it a bit easier to catch at 1x, and throw it in their 1-6x setup, that too would be a winning scope.

[controlledpairs2]

took it for a spin today. was sunny and bright, and on the highest setting i had no issues with the illumination.

my times for first round -0 hits from 7-25yards were about .3 seconds slower than when i use an eotech. i think some practice will narrow that gap.

i did not notice the distortion today.

[MadAngler1]

took it for a spin today. was sunny and bright, and on the highest setting i had no issues with the illumination.

my times for first round -0 hits from 7-25yards were about .3 seconds slower than when i use an eotech. i think some practice will narrow that gap.

i did not notice the distortion today.

Was the dot size at 1x adequate for your tastes? Would you call it a 1.5 MOA dot at 1x or more like 2-3? How is the eye box and exit pupil? Similar to a short dot or closer to the Swarovski 1-6x?

I'd like to hear some more reviews guys. I'm trying to decide what to put on my SCAR-H, but I'll probably wait for the SHOT Show before plopping down $2-3k on a scope.

[TheDarkOne]

took it for a spin today. was sunny and bright, and on the highest setting i had no issues with the illumination.

my times for first round -0 hits from 7-25yards were about .3 seconds slower than when i use an eotech. i think some practice will narrow that gap.

i did not notice the distortion today.

That makes me feel a whole lot better.

[controlledpairs2]

Was the dot size at 1x adequate for your tastes? Would you call it a 1.5 MOA dot at 1x or more like 2-3? How is the eye box and exit pupil? Similar to a short dot or closer to the Swarovski 1-6x?

Sorry brother, I don't have experience with either of those optics.

I feel reluctant writing b/c I cannot explain my experience with technical data, but I am very happy w it overall.

I was shooting idpa cardboard and the dot size was just fine. It's closer to a 4moa t-1 by feel.

The relief is forgiving at 1x and as long as my cheek weld is somewhere close I can find the dot / reticle fast. With illum on, I was about .1 second slower than eotech times at 7 yards. At 25 yards I was about .2 seconds slower. Without the illum, add .1-.2 seconds to those times bc I takes me a little longer to process the sight picture.

I can honestly say that for the 1500 I paid, I won't be buying a red dot anymore. The magnification just makes the rifle more versatile bc when we go to 300-400, my teammates can make hits but can't discriminate btw threats and non threats. At 400 they can't even find partial targets.

This will go on my duty rifle for the next deployment.