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Posted: 11/28/2016 6:59:38 PM EDT
[#1]
Yeah, January's too long to wait. Can you get it here faster so I can try it out?
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Posted: 11/28/2016 7:09:52 PM EDT
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It's 1MOA. However, we made it slightly brighter than the rest of the reticle, so it doesn't appear too small unmagnified, but is nice and precise when magnified. Here it is with a 3x magnifier: http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=94455 And another teaser image of the sight on a rifle: http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=94401 ETA: Fixed images. Hope you all can see them? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Center dot moa? Here it is with a 3x magnifier: http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=94455 And another teaser image of the sight on a rifle: http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=94401 ETA: Fixed images. Hope you all can see them? That....is awesome....thanks for the pics. |
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Posted: 11/28/2016 7:21:20 PM EDT
[#3]
I'm sooooo damn excited for this
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Posted: 11/28/2016 7:35:45 PM EDT
[#4]
That reticle is awesome.
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Posted: 11/28/2016 7:56:21 PM EDT
[#5]
We need specs!!! Please
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Posted: 11/28/2016 9:50:38 PM EDT
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Not sure if this has been answered or not, but what's the cowitness like with the included mount?
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Posted: 11/28/2016 9:53:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not sure if this has been answered or not, but what's the cowitness like with the included mount? |
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Posted: 11/28/2016 10:53:29 PM EDT
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Lower third. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Not sure if this has been answered or not, but what's the cowitness like with the included mount? Nice |
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Posted: 11/29/2016 9:21:51 AM EDT
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Noticed the delta at bottom of large circle. Is this a holdover for longer and/or CQB distances?
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Posted: 11/29/2016 9:43:33 AM EDT
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Yes - the delta is going to be used for CQB applications as your hold point to compensate for optic-to-bore offset at ranges 7-10 yards and in. Sam may be able to chime in on this one as I don't have specs yet, but the top of the delta may be a bit far to use as a holdover for rational distances. -RJ
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Posted: 11/29/2016 10:04:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yes - the delta is going to be used for CQB applications as your hold point to compensate for optic-to-bore offset at ranges 7-10 yards and in. Sam may be able to chime in on this one as I don't have specs yet, but the top of the delta may be a bit far to use as a holdover for rational distances. -RJ |
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Posted: 11/29/2016 11:00:57 AM EDT
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That's correct. The top of the delta is 27.5MOA from center. The bottom is 37.5MOA, and the width at the bottom is 12MOA. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Yes - the delta is going to be used for CQB applications as your hold point to compensate for optic-to-bore offset at ranges 7-10 yards and in. Sam may be able to chime in on this one as I don't have specs yet, but the top of the delta may be a bit far to use as a holdover for rational distances. -RJ Would you mind dummying that down for a dummy, or me ? 
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Posted: 11/29/2016 11:26:15 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Would you mind dummying that down for a dummy, or me ? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Yes - the delta is going to be used for CQB applications as your hold point to compensate for optic-to-bore offset at ranges 7-10 yards and in. Sam may be able to chime in on this one as I don't have specs yet, but the top of the delta may be a bit far to use as a holdover for rational distances. -RJ Would you mind dummying that down for a dummy, or me ?  Sure, how about this:  Let me know if you can see that image. |
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Posted: 11/29/2016 12:13:49 PM EDT
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Sure, how about this: http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=94603 Let me know if you can see that image. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Yes - the delta is going to be used for CQB applications as your hold point to compensate for optic-to-bore offset at ranges 7-10 yards and in. Sam may be able to chime in on this one as I don't have specs yet, but the top of the delta may be a bit far to use as a holdover for rational distances. -RJ Would you mind dummying that down for a dummy, or me ?
Sure, how about this: http://www.ar15.com/media/viewFile.html?i=94603 Let me know if you can see that image. We can see it. That's exactly what we were looking for. Awesome. |
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Posted: 11/29/2016 1:15:51 PM EDT
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I'm excited about this sight. I was planning on buying an MRO for my newest build but I think I'll be holding off until we get more info about battery life, price, weight on the UH-1.
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Posted: 11/29/2016 1:18:07 PM EDT
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Hopefully the price point will allow me to use my EOtech refund money to get one.
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Posted: 11/29/2016 2:23:56 PM EDT
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Sorry had to step away, yes I can see it.
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Posted: 11/29/2016 5:02:56 PM EDT
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I said earlier I'd like to see a $400 price point. If it has a battery life of a year or more I'd probably go north of $500. I'm really looking forward to this optic.
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Posted: 11/29/2016 5:07:03 PM EDT
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Noticed the delta at bottom of large circle. Is this a holdover for longer and/or CQB distances? Most likely. If you zero an EOTech for around 25 yards, for instance, the bottom hashmark is bang on target at around 7 yards. Looks like Vortex is running with that and adding an actual triangle for aiming there instead of it just being the bottom hashmark. I like it. |
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Posted: 11/30/2016 12:16:03 AM EDT
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Night Vision Compatible?
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Posted: 11/30/2016 5:03:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Night Vision Compatible? |
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Posted: 12/1/2016 7:13:38 PM EDT
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Just testing out this new image uploading feature...
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Posted: 12/1/2016 7:15:45 PM EDT
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Just testing out this new image uploading feature... http://AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/149441/UH-1-Christmas-96760.jpg Bonus points if you power that via one of those newfangled powered rail systems. 
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Posted: 12/1/2016 7:34:05 PM EDT
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Bonus points if you power that via one of those newfangled powered rail systems.
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Posted: 12/1/2016 9:32:14 PM EDT
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It's like a ghillie suit for your rifle if you ever find yourself attacked by zombie santa 
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Posted: 12/3/2016 10:09:28 AM EDT
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Can't wait to see this product. Was going to buy another Aimpoint PRO or Viper PST 1-4 but this thread has now made me wait for the Huey. Vortex you need a tester? Would love to drop one on my shotgun or Xbow before Wisconsin's 2016 deer season is done. I'm only an hour N.E. of you.
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Posted: 12/4/2016 1:11:32 AM EDT
[#27]
Perfect timing. I'm good for one, possibly two of these.
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Posted: 12/4/2016 1:55:06 AM EDT
[#28]
Totally want one for my SBR
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Posted: 12/4/2016 10:11:15 AM EDT
[#29]
This looks like it could be great.
Slight astigmatism here, and I liked how Eotech's reticle looked but with the scandal did not want to buy one. the UH reticle looks amazing. I would love to have another option besides the dot of an aimpoint which I dont really care for. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 2:45:43 PM EDT
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I'll try not to take up too much of your time tomorrow when I call.
Thank you and God bless you guys. 
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Posted: 12/4/2016 4:30:37 PM EDT
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Most likely. If you zero an EOTech for around 25 yards, for instance, the bottom hashmark is bang on target at around 7 yards. Looks like Vortex is running with that and adding an actual triangle for aiming there instead of it just being the bottom hashmark. I like it. Yep, best feature of the Eotech, making it a triangle is better. That being said, add me to the list of folks that don't want the USB charger feature. Can't comprehend how anyone thought that was a good idea. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 5:04:17 PM EDT
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Yep, best feature of the Eotech, making it a triangle is better. That being said, add me to the list of folks that don't want the USB charger feature. Can't comprehend how anyone thought that was a good idea. How does it hurt? You don't have to use it if you don't want. Just use regular CR123As. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 6:08:50 PM EDT
[#33]
Looks like Vortex is getting all my money.
Going to need a AMG UH-1 and one of the gen 2 PST scopes. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 6:54:30 PM EDT
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How does it hurt? You don't have to use it if you don't want. Just use regular CR123As. Is the charging port completely sealed? Can it getting damaged in any way cause issues with the optic in general or with it operating on standard CR123 batts? |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 6:55:15 PM EDT
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Is this optic made in Wixom MI and do you have to pay patent royalties to L3 communications?
It's interesting that Eotech isn't making a peep online and now that the recall hysteria has died down your optic comes out with what looks to be l3s patented hologram system. Not saying it's a delaminating failure waiting to happen as I am sure it has been properly redesigned lol, but it is an interesting scenario. Eotech loses consumer confidence and moves to work with Vortex to keep some cash flow via design and or patent royalties. Hope the optic runs as well as the rest of your HD line! The reticle shots are excellent. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 7:32:58 PM EDT
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Is the charging port completely sealed? Can it getting damaged in any way cause issues with the optic in general or with it operating on standard CR123 batts? The charging port is waterproof. It has a cover, but it is still waterproof even without the cover. If the charging port is somehow damaged it in no way prevents you from powering the optic with a standard CR123A. There re is no internal battery. It just has the ability to use rechargeable (LFP123A) batteries if you choose. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 7:34:34 PM EDT
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Is this optic made in Wixom MI and do you have to pay patent royalties to L3 communications? It's interesting that Eotech isn't making a peep online and now that the recall hysteria has died down your optic comes out with what looks to be l3s patented hologram system. Not saying it's a delaminating failure waiting to happen as I am sure it has been properly redesigned lol, but it is an interesting scenario. Eotech loses consumer confidence and moves to work with Vortex to keep some cash flow via design and or patent royalties. Hope the optic runs as well as the rest of your HD line! The reticle shots are excellent. It's not made in Wixom. We are not working with Eotech on this sight. It's a different Holographic technology than what is in the EOTech sights. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 7:37:33 PM EDT
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Is this optic made in Wixom MI and do you have to pay patent royalties to L3 communications? It's interesting that Eotech isn't making a peep online and now that the recall hysteria has died down your optic comes out with what looks to be l3s patented hologram system. Not saying it's a delaminating failure waiting to happen as I am sure it has been properly redesigned lol, but it is an interesting scenario. Eotech loses consumer confidence and moves to work with Vortex to keep some cash flow via design and or patent royalties. Hope the optic runs as well as the rest of your HD line! The reticle shots are excellent. Elcan is making their own Holo (obscenely expensive) sight as well. The tech mustn't be that unique. |
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Posted: 12/4/2016 7:37:42 PM EDT
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Does it come with QD mount? If so, return to zero? Thanks
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Posted: 12/4/2016 8:12:35 PM EDT
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The charging port is waterproof. It has a cover, but it is still waterproof even without the cover. If the charging port is somehow damaged it in no way prevents you from powering the optic with a standard CR123A. There re is no internal battery. It just has the ability to use rechargeable (LFP123A) batteries if you choose. Excellent! Not a fan of the charging port but with that statement I'm cool with it being on the optic. |
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Posted: 12/5/2016 8:07:53 AM EDT
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Is there a tentative release date? Ready to try one out now.
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Posted: 12/5/2016 8:30:50 AM EDT
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Is there a tentative release date? Ready to try one out now. It's always "Q2 2017" announced after SHOT...unless you're Magpul.
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Posted: 12/5/2016 9:20:05 AM EDT
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It's always "Q2 2017" announced after SHOT...unless you're Magpul. There is a good chance we will be shipping the first units in Q1. |
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Posted: 12/5/2016 10:54:49 AM EDT
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And now the new Viper line to add even more interest to the fire...
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Posted: 12/5/2016 11:57:22 AM EDT
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There is a good chance we will be shipping the first units in Q1. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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It's always "Q2 2017" announced after SHOT...unless you're Magpul. There is a good chance we will be shipping the first units in Q1. 
I'll be one of the first in line. |
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Posted: 12/5/2016 4:21:46 PM EDT
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Regarding the USB port: Keep in mind most newer phones are both waterproof and and use USB. The port on my S7 is wide open and water doesn't hurt it. It's not anything new in the tech world and I'm sure Vortex has their bases covered.
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Posted: 12/5/2016 4:44:24 PM EDT
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Regarding the USB port: Keep in mind most newer phones are both waterproof and and use USB. The port on my S7 is wide open and water doesn't hurt it. It's not anything new in the tech world and I'm sure Vortex has their bases covered. Also, just in case people don't realize it, there is no built-in/internal battery. It uses removable CR123A/LFP123A batteries. The USB port is for charging LFP123A batteries. Worst case, if the USB port breaks for some reason, CR123As can still be used and LFP123As can be charged using an external charger. |
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Posted: 12/5/2016 8:38:03 PM EDT
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Regarding the USB port: Keep in mind most newer phones are both waterproof and and use USB. The port on my S7 is wide open and water doesn't hurt it. It's not anything new in the tech world and I'm sure Vortex has their bases covered. I'm willing to bet not a single person in this thread will ever get their rifle wet enough for it to even matter. |
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Posted: 12/5/2016 10:20:37 PM EDT
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What is the width of this optic compared to the Eotech EXPS3?
What is its height compared to say a Trijicon MRO? Any way to run it with an absolute co-witness? What is the earliest these will be available for T&E? |
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Posted: 12/5/2016 10:47:24 PM EDT
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I'm willing to bet not a single person in this thread will ever get their rifle wet enough for it to even matter. LOL good one.
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