This is what I do. I used to run a straight 300 yard zero and new my hold under on the 100 & 200 yard stuff and the hold overs on the longer stuff. However I found it was much easier to hit the 100 and 200 yard shots when I dialed in my shorter range zero especially if they were smaller than the average 10" MGM Flasher. Now I would NEVER dial anything during a stage as that would be terribly slow.
I was using the TR24 w/German #4 green dot reticle. I like the cross hairs for precision long range work because that's what scopes used to have so it's habit plus that horizontal crosshair show you when you're not level. That TR24 is what I consider THE entry level scope if you are out traveling to major matches. If your just shooting local stuff get whatever is in your budget. I have two used Millet DMS' on my Nordic Components 22lr and my 5.45x39 practice gun.
I recently switched to the Swaro Z6i w/BRT. The BRT is awesome. I still run a 300 yard zero as my primary because that zero is on at 25-30 as well. Having that25-30 yard zero makes it ideal for those stages in bays where they use head shots or hanging clays at the back corner of the 25 yard bay to simulate long rang. No hold over like a 100 or 200 zero would have I just put the dot anywhere ON target. I also know the number of clicks down for a 100 and 200 yard zero. If a stage has a bunch of targets at any range other than 300 I will dial to that range as my primary zero. I then reference my BRT reticle data from my trusty iPhone to determine where I need to hold on the reticle for any shots that are beyond my currently dialed down zero.
My only complaint on the Swaro is that it is a hunting scope and is not suited well for adjusting zeroes and dialing up/down on the fly. If S&B is coming out with a 1-8 in the same price range as the Swaro. It will be worth a look. Especially if the reticle is perfect for 3 gun like the BRT is.
Sounds pretty simple, right?
Last edited by Jesse Tischauser; 01-09-11 at 07:12.
Anybody run a Nightforce nxs 1-4x24 with the FC-2 reticle? Pros- Cons?
I do similar local matches where the longest target is 275yrds. We have 2 shots at that distance, at most. Everything else is CQB. I am struggling with the same decision right now. A use an Eotech and just ordered an Aimpoint (micro). I have no problem hitting the 10" gong, even when at 275yds. I can't help but think a little magnification would help, but you still have to hold the dot on target and pull the trigger. Powered up or not, at 200m it's all on you.
I honestly think NF could have the best 1-4x optic out there if the reticle was visible in bright sunlight when illuminated.
The FC2 reticle works fairly well. I like the zeroing turrets. The scope is compact, very rugged, lightweight and the price is reasonable. FOV is large at 100' on 1x. Light transmission, color rendition and optical clarity are superb. Magnification erector throw is short.
If the reticle was slightly improved and it was daylight illuminated, I think it would be perfect.
Its got great features working in its favor.
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