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Posted: 8/12/2015 3:33:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: One negative I have with the scope... why the decision to have the magnification ring reversed? It's the only one of all my scopes (Including other Vortex scopes) where I have to remember to dial the other way for magnification changes.   Honestly, I'm not sure why some of our lines go one way or the other. |
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Posted: 8/13/2015 3:11:02 PM EDT
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Hmm maybe a switchview would help. Any of you guys try one yet for the Strike Eagle? Care to post some pics??
$60 for a switchview seems to be quite a bit for a scope of this price level. |
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Posted: 8/13/2015 7:53:35 PM EDT
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Price of the optic has nothing to do with the price it cost to produce the SV4. Here are pics of mine. Ill never use a 1-? scope with out one.
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Posted: 8/16/2015 8:11:26 PM EDT
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I know that... I just feel the switchviews are somewhat overpriced for what they cost to design and produce. To be honest... I wish the Strike Eagle either came with one or had the hump on the magnification ring be enlarged into an actual switch like the switchview. All that would require was a slightly different molding and voila!
Almost everyone buying this is using it in a 3 Gun style setup.... which means just about everyone would prefer an easier to rotate magnification ring. I'll probably end up spitting the cash out for a switchview myself or just get some offset irons instead. (Which actually sounds like a better idea) Just tossing an idea out there for the eventual Gen II. 
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Posted: 8/16/2015 9:20:29 PM EDT
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I have the SV-4 and it's a nicely machined piece. Throw levers don't have to be expensive though - hose clamp and shrink wrap.
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Posted: 8/18/2015 9:29:09 PM EDT
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Will a mount with a 1.5" center line be tall enough to clearly see over a fix sight base?
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Posted: 8/18/2015 11:08:42 PM EDT
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No, you will still clearly see the fsb at lower magnification. At the higher end it will disappear or you'll see some slight shadowing. Either way, shouldn't matter.
To see "over" an FSB with a variable optic at 1x you'd need a ridiculously tall mount (as in no one makes them that tall) or a scope with an extremely narrow FOV. Neither of those things are good so best thing to do is learn to deal. |
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Posted: 8/18/2015 11:41:50 PM EDT
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I guess my post was poorly worded, I know that I'll see the front sight in the bottom of the scope at 1x, I wanted to make sure the retical will be well above the sight and not co-witnessed.
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Posted: 8/19/2015 4:10:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I guess my post was poorly worded, I know that I'll see the front sight in the bottom of the scope at 1x, I wanted to make sure the retical will be well above the sight and not co-witnessed. |
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Posted: 8/20/2015 2:19:01 PM EDT
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Hmm, I ended up caving at ordering the switchview. Just can't get my brain used to the damn magnification direction lol. The switchview will hopefully help me figure out which direction by just yanking it towards the opposite side.
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Posted: 8/20/2015 2:35:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Hmm, I ended up caving at ordering the switchview. Just can't get my brain used to the damn magnification direction lol. The switchview will hopefully help me figure out which direction by just yanking it towards the opposite side. |
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Posted: 8/20/2015 2:48:21 PM EDT
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Vortex appears to have hit this out of the park, of course I won't know for sure until I get my grubby little hands on mine! Ordered and paid for mine on 8/6 with Alan @ A&A, of course he told me that had I called a day earlier he still had one available. Just my luck! I have a brand new LT104 sitting here looking quite lonely; so Vortex, pretty please with sprinkles on top, can I haz my scope yet? |
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Posted: 8/20/2015 2:52:02 PM EDT
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I just ordered one too, along with a PST 2.5-10. I'm pretty stoked, been waiting for an inexpensive 1-6 for a rile I have sitting all lonely in my safe. The PST is going on a rifle I am assembling.
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Posted: 8/20/2015 3:12:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Vortex appears to have hit this out of the park, of course I won't know for sure until I get my grubby little hands on mine! Ordered and paid for mine on 8/6 with Alan @ A&A, of course he told me that had I called a day earlier he still had one available. Just my luck! I have a brand new LT104 sitting here looking quite lonely; so Vortex, pretty please with sprinkles on top, can I haz my scope yet? |
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Posted: 8/20/2015 3:16:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Sorry for the wait! A couple other places you might want to try are Camera Land NY, Eurooptic, and CS Tactical. Thanks for being patient with us, we really appreciate it! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Vortex appears to have hit this out of the park, of course I won't know for sure until I get my grubby little hands on mine! Ordered and paid for mine on 8/6 with Alan @ A&A, of course he told me that had I called a day earlier he still had one available. Just my luck! I have a brand new LT104 sitting here looking quite lonely; so Vortex, pretty please with sprinkles on top, can I haz my scope yet? I ordered from CS Tactical. They are out of stock at the moment but said they have 20ish coming in possibly this week, if not next week. I was #4 I think on the wait list, so it should be a short wait if you get in now. |
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Posted: 8/21/2015 2:47:08 AM EDT
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Has anybody received theirs from DSG? Pre-ordered on 1/15
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Posted: 8/21/2015 9:20:04 PM EDT
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Heard from Alan @ at A&A optics today and he got a single strike eagle in his shipment today that he wasn't expecting. So he's sending it off to me tomorrow.
Thanks Alan, and thank you vortex! |
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Posted: 8/23/2015 5:44:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Heard from Alan @ at A&A optics today and he got a single strike eagle in his shipment today that he wasn't expecting. So he's sending it off to me tomorrow. Thanks Alan, and thank you vortex! |
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Posted: 8/27/2015 12:24:52 PM EDT
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No, but let me know when you do. I pre ordered mine in April from DSG, so I'm probably getting mine after you.
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Posted: 8/27/2015 9:38:23 PM EDT
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No, but let me know when you do. I pre ordered mine in April from DSG, so I'm probably getting mine after you. I ordered in February I believe, and have not received mine. Kind of comes with the territory on these type of things IMO. |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 10:34:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I ordered in February I believe, and have not received mine. Kind of comes with the territory on these type of things IMO. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: No, but let me know when you do. I pre ordered mine in April from DSG, so I'm probably getting mine after you. I ordered in February I believe, and have not received mine. Kind of comes with the territory on these type of things IMO.  IMG_1892 by N Carnage, on Flickr" /> |
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Posted: 9/2/2015 10:28:14 AM EDT
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What's the word on BH Photo receiving theirs? Keep getting told they would *definitely* get a delivery by X-date, then it gets pushed back a month. Original "delivery" was mid august, then mid september, now it's pushed to october. I realize that other places have them in stock, but the price + goodies at BHP is hard to pass up so I understand that patience must be factored into the equation.
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Posted: 9/5/2015 8:10:03 PM EDT
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Here's a pic of mine on my Sig M400 20" HBAR. Excellent scope for the money!
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Posted: 9/7/2015 12:27:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What's the word on BH Photo receiving theirs? Keep getting told they would *definitely* get a delivery by X-date, then it gets pushed back a month. Original "delivery" was mid august, then mid september, now it's pushed to october. I realize that other places have them in stock, but the price + goodies at BHP is hard to pass up so I understand that patience must be factored into the equation. |
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Posted: 9/8/2015 10:03:57 AM EDT
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What is likely happening is that they are getting scopes but the number they have on backorder (due to low price, etc.) means that the number of scopes they receive per shipment is not putting as big of a dent as they would like in their backorders. I apologize for the wait, but please let me know if you have further questions. I would be happy to help. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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What's the word on BH Photo receiving theirs? Keep getting told they would *definitely* get a delivery by X-date, then it gets pushed back a month. Original "delivery" was mid august, then mid september, now it's pushed to october. I realize that other places have them in stock, but the price + goodies at BHP is hard to pass up so I understand that patience must be factored into the equation. Thanks for the update - no apology necessary! |
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Posted: 9/10/2015 10:01:57 PM EDT
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Moved my StrikeEagle to my Rhino Arms RA-5R HMR in 7.62mm for Generation III Gun Championship this weekend. Gonna see how it holds up to some .30 caliber abuse. Of course this thing shoots as soft as a stock .223 M4 with all its low mass internals and adjustable gas system. So it may not be the most tortuous of tests. If anybody is still looking to pick up a StrikeEagle shoot me a PM or better yet an email and I'll get you a 10% off code for Optics Planet which makes this scope a $300 item. <a href="http://" target="_blank">http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt219/jtischauser/1%20Forums/4C83CF38-6B91-460B-820C-14E7C06ED0A5_zpsqywlraka.jpg</a> Have you done a review yet of this? I pre-ordered one from DSG but it hasn't come in yet. Right now I'm thinking of selling my SWFA that is in my JP and replacing it with this. I've seen so many positive things I'm considering selling my SWFA before the other arrives. I'd really like to see a review from you. |
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Posted: 9/25/2015 11:04:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Have you done a review yet of this? I pre-ordered one from DSG but it hasn't come in yet. Right now I'm thinking of selling my SWFA that is in my JP and replacing it with this. I've seen so many positive things I'm considering selling my SWFA before the other arrives. I'd really like to see a review from you. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Moved my StrikeEagle to my Rhino Arms RA-5R HMR in 7.62mm for Generation III Gun Championship this weekend. Gonna see how it holds up to some .30 caliber abuse. Of course this thing shoots as soft as a stock .223 M4 with all its low mass internals and adjustable gas system. So it may not be the most tortuous of tests. If anybody is still looking to pick up a StrikeEagle shoot me a PM or better yet an email and I'll get you a 10% off code for Optics Planet which makes this scope a $300 item. <a href="http://" target="_blank">http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt219/jtischauser/1%20Forums/4C83CF38-6B91-460B-820C-14E7C06ED0A5_zpsqywlraka.jpg</a> Have you done a review yet of this? I pre-ordered one from DSG but it hasn't come in yet. Right now I'm thinking of selling my SWFA that is in my JP and replacing it with this. I've seen so many positive things I'm considering selling my SWFA before the other arrives. I'd really like to see a review from you. +1 on the review request. Also, which throwlever do you have one that Jesse? thanks |
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Posted: 9/26/2015 9:06:06 AM EDT
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Posted: 9/28/2015 2:36:17 PM EDT
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NM, finally found it. It's a Samson DMR.
What scope mount is this? Having a hard time finding anything that looks like it and I can only read something that looks like "BAM" on it. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Moved my StrikeEagle to my Rhino Arms RA-5R HMR in 7.62mm for Generation III Gun Championship this weekend. Gonna see how it holds up to some .30 caliber abuse. Of course this thing shoots as soft as a stock .223 M4 with all its low mass internals and adjustable gas system. So it may not be the most tortuous of tests. If anybody is still looking to pick up a StrikeEagle shoot me a PM or better yet an email and I'll get you a 10% off code for Optics Planet which makes this scope a $300 item. <a href="http://" target="_blank">http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt219/jtischauser/1%20Forums/4C83CF38-6B91-460B-820C-14E7C06ED0A5_zpsqywlraka.jpg</a> |
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Posted: 9/28/2015 10:09:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That throw lever is a 3D printed model from 3GunStuff.com I'm now running the new one from MGM Switchview Discount Code JTMGM10 will safe you 10% on a lever or on the best Steel targets on the market. http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt219/jtischauser/Vortex%20Razor/2ED0888C-6F74-42F9-8AB3-0C50AD505734_zpse2o3dlzl.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Moved my StrikeEagle to my Rhino Arms RA-5R HMR in 7.62mm for Generation III Gun Championship this weekend. Gonna see how it holds up to some .30 caliber abuse. Of course this thing shoots as soft as a stock .223 M4 with all its low mass internals and adjustable gas system. So it may not be the most tortuous of tests. If anybody is still looking to pick up a StrikeEagle shoot me a PM or better yet an email and I'll get you a 10% off code for Optics Planet which makes this scope a $300 item. <a href="http://" target="_blank">http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt219/jtischauser/1%20Forums/4C83CF38-6B91-460B-820C-14E7C06ED0A5_zpsqywlraka.jpg</a> Have you done a review yet of this? I pre-ordered one from DSG but it hasn't come in yet. Right now I'm thinking of selling my SWFA that is in my JP and replacing it with this. I've seen so many positive things I'm considering selling my SWFA before the other arrives. I'd really like to see a review from you. +1 on the review request. Also, which throwlever do you have one that Jesse? thanks That throw lever is a 3D printed model from 3GunStuff.com I'm now running the new one from MGM Switchview Discount Code JTMGM10 will safe you 10% on a lever or on the best Steel targets on the market. http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt219/jtischauser/Vortex%20Razor/2ED0888C-6F74-42F9-8AB3-0C50AD505734_zpse2o3dlzl.jpg Thanks. Why is theirs better than the Vortex at the same price? |
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Posted: 9/28/2015 10:43:14 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/29/2015 3:19:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: MGM makes the one that Vortex sells. It's the same thing minus the vortex logo. Quote HistoryQuoted: MGM makes the one that Vortex sells. It's the same thing minus the vortex logo. Well that makes sense then, thanks! Thoughts between the Strike Eagle and something like the Razor or SWFA's 1-6x? Worth saving up the money for the clarity? |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 3:30:05 PM EDT
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Well that makes sense then, thanks! Thoughts between the Strike Eagle and something like the Razor or SWFA's 1-6x? Worth saving up the money for the clarity? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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MGM makes the one that Vortex sells. It's the same thing minus the vortex logo. Well that makes sense then, thanks! Thoughts between the Strike Eagle and something like the Razor or SWFA's 1-6x? Worth saving up the money for the clarity? The SWFA is $1000 isn't it. Its not even in the same ball park. |
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Posted: 9/30/2015 6:04:01 PM EDT
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Very excited to try this out at the range. First magnified optic.
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Posted: 10/1/2015 8:17:56 AM EDT
[#36]
Looks awesome! Thanks for choosing Vortex!
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Posted: 10/1/2015 8:34:31 AM EDT
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The SWFA is $1000 isn't it. Its not even in the same ball park. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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MGM makes the one that Vortex sells. It's the same thing minus the vortex logo. Well that makes sense then, thanks! Thoughts between the Strike Eagle and something like the Razor or SWFA's 1-6x? Worth saving up the money for the clarity? The SWFA is $1000 isn't it. Its not even in the same ball park. Do you mean to say that it's apples to oranges here, and that the SWFA is a different class or that the vortex is a great bargain and superior optic. |
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Posted: 10/1/2015 8:52:59 AM EDT
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Do you mean to say that it's apples to oranges here, and that the SWFA is a different class or that the vortex is a great bargain and superior optic. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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MGM makes the one that Vortex sells. It's the same thing minus the vortex logo. Well that makes sense then, thanks! Thoughts between the Strike Eagle and something like the Razor or SWFA's 1-6x? Worth saving up the money for the clarity? The SWFA is $1000 isn't it. Its not even in the same ball park. Do you mean to say that it's apples to oranges here, and that the SWFA is a different class or that the vortex is a great bargain and superior optic. I've never looked thru an SWFA scope of any kind. So I can't compare it to anything. But I wouldn't compare a $1000 scope to a $300 scope. You've obviously got some big differences or somebody is just trying to rip you off. After a quick glance The SWFA I see it's a first focal plane scope. That doesn't make any sense to me in a low power variable. If I need the reticle I'm shooting at 300+ yards. At that point I want all 6X. Not 2x, 3x, 4x, or even 5x. I want to see as much of the target and as clearly as possible. Now if I'm running a high power scope like 12x or more I might want to dial back magnification due to mirage, wobble or other variables. Past 300 I want all I can get up till about 8-10x. Does that make sense? I also don't see the need for those expensive dials under the turrets. Low power variables are for fast work in CQB then quick shots using the BDC reticle out to 500-600 yards maybe 700-800 on big targets on a 7.62. You're using it mostly for speed not real precision work at longer ranges imho. |
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Posted: 10/1/2015 8:53:43 AM EDT
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Looks awesome! Thanks for choosing Vortex! Crap I just realized this was the vortex forum. Didn't mean to stomp on you toes with my MGM discount codes. I'll delete those. |
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Posted: 10/1/2015 12:45:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Crap I just realized this was the vortex forum. Didn't mean to stomp on you ties with my MGM discount codes. I'll delete those. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Looks awesome! Thanks for choosing Vortex! Crap I just realized this was the vortex forum. Didn't mean to stomp on you ties with my MGM discount codes. I'll delete those. |
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Posted: 10/12/2015 10:10:19 PM EDT
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my lgs had got in 5 or 6 strike eagles. I saw their FB post on them. I text the owner to set one aside for me. Im glad I did, by the time I got in the next day or so he only had one left for sale. great optic for the price point.
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Posted: 10/12/2015 10:12:39 PM EDT
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Price of the optic has nothing to do with the price it cost to produce the SV4. Here are pics of mine. Ill never use a 1-? scope with out one. <a href="http://s362.photobucket.com/user/42769vette/media/20150619_134132_zpsna4agbof.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i362.photobucket.com/albums/oo68/42769vette/20150619_134132_zpsna4agbof.jpg</a> <a href="http://s362.photobucket.com/user/42769vette/media/20150619_134215_zps6j9ymiv3.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i362.photobucket.com/albums/oo68/42769vette/20150619_134215_zps6j9ymiv3.jpg</a> where do I get that add on that helps turning the magnification? |
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Posted: 10/12/2015 10:28:10 PM EDT
[#43]
so who has had these in stock lately?
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Posted: 10/13/2015 7:52:09 AM EDT
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A&A Optics has them in stock.
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Posted: 10/14/2015 12:03:35 AM EDT
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A&A Optics has them in stock. I could not find it on their web site. Primary Arms just got some in today about 3:00 (email notification) so I ordered one from them. |
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Posted: 10/14/2015 4:26:43 PM EDT
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where do I get that add on that helps turning the magnification? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Price of the optic has nothing to do with the price it cost to produce the SV4. Here are pics of mine. Ill never use a 1-? scope with out one. <a href="http://s362.photobucket.com/user/42769vette/media/20150619_134132_zpsna4agbof.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i362.photobucket.com/albums/oo68/42769vette/20150619_134132_zpsna4agbof.jpg</a> <a href="http://s362.photobucket.com/user/42769vette/media/20150619_134215_zps6j9ymiv3.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i362.photobucket.com/albums/oo68/42769vette/20150619_134215_zps6j9ymiv3.jpg</a> where do I get that add on that helps turning the magnification? You can get them directly from Vortex. switchview 
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Posted: 10/20/2015 1:52:28 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/28/2015 1:30:09 PM EDT
[#48]
Nordic Components is showing the Strike Eagle In Stock
PM or email me for a 7% off code. https://nordiccomp.com/categories/vortex-strike-eagle-1-6x24-ar-bdc/ |
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Posted: 11/2/2015 5:11:50 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/3/2015 9:37:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryGone. Just got cancelled from Gander Mountain. Any word on where these are in stock now? |
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