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Posted: 5/27/2016 10:53:06 AM EDT
I believe I saw something on your Instagram page regarding a new 1-8 ACSS, any truth to this? The platinum is a ways out of my reach and a 1-8 would be awesome!
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How about a 'platinum-ish' 1x6? Something in the ~$600 range (half between current 1-6 and 1-8x). I like my current 1-6, but would shell out a few more clams for an upgrade... higher quality glass, brighter/longer illumination (Florida sun really challenges the illum. even at max), or just lighter
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There are rumors flying of a new under $400 1-8 to be released very very soon but! http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb190/marsh2001/Sgt-Schultz2_zpsndyhmqv5.jpg View Quote Uh...yes please. But this is coming from someone that owns a 1-6X, two of the 2.5X ACSS, and the new Holosun ACSS. I guess you could say I'm a fan |
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There are rumors flying of a new under $400 1-8 to be released very very soon but! http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb190/marsh2001/Sgt-Schultz2_zpsndyhmqv5.jpg View Quote That's what I wanted to hear!!! |
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Anytjing in the mid range < $600 I'll be happy knowing it's well worth every penny from Primary Arms.
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Any chance this new 1-8 will have the 300 super/ak acss reticle?
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Look here
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2 Questions:
1. Can you guys put this scope up on your Amazon store once it's ready for pre-order? 2. Will this scope ever come with a MIL-dot reticle like the Platinum Series? Thank you! |
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It's a FFP from Japan and has better everything in it. But the 1-8x SFP is proving its self in testing!
-Dimitri |
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Good to hear. I looked through the platinum 1-8X at the showroom and was blown away. Even the 1-6X is a big improvement over the older 1-4X's.
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Please let us know the Amazon link is up. I've signed up for the email notification on PA website but would prefer ordering it through Amazon.
Thank you guys so much. |
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Just snagged one of these this morning. I'm super stoked. I've been waiting for years, knowing the eventually PA would come out with a good 1-6, then eventually a 1-8. Can't wait to stretch its legs.
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For those who wants to get 5% cash back on their Discover Card, here is the Amazon link:
https://www.amazon.com/Primary-Arms-Illuminated-Reticle-PA1-8X24SFP-ACSS-5-56/dp/B01I5G8GVU/ |
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Any word on differences from the 1-6? In regards to optical quality and illumination?
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Yes the illumination is as shown on the web site. It is harder to only illuminati the part we want and were able to do it on this scope. Turn your illumination down inside. For long range precision shots in bright light you will not use the illumination. In low light you will have it turned down low as with any long range scope that is not daylight visible. For CQB at lower power crank it up to give you the red dot like center dot. Outside in bright light you won't get the ghosting you are describing. Mount it up and hit the range!
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I received mine today, and only portions of the reticle light up, On the 1-6 ACSS I had the entire thing lit up. I'm attaching a picture for reference. Is this normal? The little dots that are illuminated on the sides are slightly off center from the black etching. http://i1028.photobucket.com/albums/y341/bgrav321/unnamed_zpsh67qsgkg.jpg View Quote Yes the illumination is as shown on the web site. It is harder to only illuminati the part we want and were able to do it on this scope. Turn your illumination down inside. For long range precision shots in bright light you will not use the illumination. In low light you will have it turned down low as with any long range scope that is not daylight visible. For CQB at lower power crank it up to give you the red dot like center dot. Outside in bright light you won't get the ghosting you are describing. Mount it up and hit the range! |
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It's not an issue at all...only way to get it to show up was cranking it up. I'm very happy with the overall brightness.
Kudos to you guys for bring a 1-8 out at this price point. I remember thinking when you released the 1-6, "Welp, it's only a matter of time before they do a 1-8, and that's going to be freaking awesome." Thanks for the quick response. Happy Monday! |
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Any other info on these? I've looked for video reviews and have only found the platinum series.
Are there any T&E models available |
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Trying to decide between this and a strike eagle (or PA 1-6)..
Marsh, is it a typo that the 1-8 weighs less than the 1-6? 16oz vs 17.4oz |
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Just received mine the mail. Compared to my Vortex 2.5-10 x 32 HR XLR (retail 800 bucks) it is eaqual on class and better eye relief. This thing is pretty bad adasda for the money.....
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I'm going to give one a shot....for the price, why not. If for some reason I don't like it, I will just sell it in the EE for a small loss.
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I've got one of the SFP 1-8x scopes. It's really very nice. It's got excellent glass, it's really better than the 1-6x (which I also own) in every way. The performance at 1x is great. It's not as good as the FFP Platinum 1-8x (again, which I also own) but it's really good enough that you can use it with both eyes open like a red dot. It's very fast at 1x. At 8x the reticle is fantastic. I love the new triangle center aim point. It's light weight, it's short, it's got good glass, it's a really compelling scope.
The Platinum has better turrets, better illumination, and better glass. However, for the money I think the SFP 1-8x is a better over all value even if the Platinum is the better scope. -Jim |
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I have one arriving today. I'll grab pics and maybe put together a small review if I can get to the range this weekend.
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Looks great, is the glass noticeably better than their 1-6? The pictures look that way but I know it's hard to tell with pictures.
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My blem has a similar defect of the reticle when illuminated. That's the dust that the blem sticker is talking about.
-Jim |
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Quoted: My blem has a similar defect of the reticle when illuminated. That's the dust that the blem sticker is talking about. -Jim View Quote Interesting, mine is stated differently - "Blemish Run. Scope will have small dust-like specks in the glass near the edge of the field of view. They are very faint and can normally only be noticed in bright ambient light. There may also be small blemishes on the finish of the optic body" I'm trying to decide if/how much it bothers me lol. At first I was thinking no big deal, it's a blem after all and don't use illumination often, but then i think well it's not how it was described. |
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Quoted: Interesting, mine is stated differently - "Blemish Run. Scope will have small dust-like specks in the glass near the edge of the field of view. They are very faint and can normally only be noticed in bright ambient light. There may also be small blemishes on the finish of the optic body" I'm trying to decide if/how much it bothers me lol. At first I was thinking no big deal, it's a blem after all and don't use illumination often, but then i think well it's not how it was described. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted: Quoted: My blem has a similar defect of the reticle when illuminated. That's the dust that the blem sticker is talking about. -Jim Interesting, mine is stated differently - "Blemish Run. Scope will have small dust-like specks in the glass near the edge of the field of view. They are very faint and can normally only be noticed in bright ambient light. There may also be small blemishes on the finish of the optic body" I'm trying to decide if/how much it bothers me lol. At first I was thinking no big deal, it's a blem after all and don't use illumination often, but then i think well it's not how it was described. -Jim |
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Quoted: That's the generic blem statement that describes all blems and is not specific to yours. Look on the red sticker on the box it came in. -Jim View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: My blem has a similar defect of the reticle when illuminated. That's the dust that the blem sticker is talking about. -Jim Interesting, mine is stated differently - "Blemish Run. Scope will have small dust-like specks in the glass near the edge of the field of view. They are very faint and can normally only be noticed in bright ambient light. There may also be small blemishes on the finish of the optic body" I'm trying to decide if/how much it bothers me lol. At first I was thinking no big deal, it's a blem after all and don't use illumination often, but then i think well it's not how it was described. That's the generic blem statement that describes all blems and is not specific to yours. Look on the red sticker on the box it came in. -Jim Ah, ok I see the sticker now, yes it says spec reticle. Still, you don't see this sticker until it arrives, so you are going off the description on the site when buying, which doesn't indicate any reticle or illumination issues. Again, not sure how much it bothers me, I can always return it so no issue there, you'd just think since they are disclosing the other issues they would have noted this issue as well. I'll be shooting it this weekend and see if it annoys me - may not be an issue in actual use, who knows. |
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Shot mine on Sunday on a Suppressed 308 AR build. Having owned both the Platinum 1-8x and this new 1-8, while there's definitely a glass difference, the weight and size of the non-plat are fantastic in comparison. Not to mention the huge price difference. I may have to pick up one or two more of them, maybe even the blems to put on a few rifles. It's a great scope for the price point imo. Definitely fills a gap in the market as long as you're not bothered by a Chinese (?) made scope and can accept the short list of downsides to it. (I only have 1 gripe, maybe 2. However, optic snobs may be a bit more picky. I am content or quite happy with the scope for it's price.)
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Shot mine on Sunday on a Suppressed 308 AR build. Having owned both the Platinum 1-8x and this new 1-8, while there's definitely a glass difference, the weight and size of the non-plat are fantastic in comparison. Not to mention the huge price difference. I may have to pick up one or two more of them, maybe even the blems to put on a few rifles. It's a great scope for the price point imo. Definitely fills a gap in the market as long as you're not bothered by a Chinese (?) made scope and can accept the short list of downsides to it. (I only have 1 gripe, maybe 2. However, optic snobs may be a bit more picky. I am content or quite happy with the scope for it's price.) View Quote Just curious, but would you be willing to share the minor gripes you have? I'm trying to decide whether or not to pull the trigger and any info would be helpful. |
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I bought 1 as a place filler until I free up the $$ to get the Platinum. I mounted in in an FDE ADM extended. I have to admit, I am impressed! Way above what I was expecting. I'm mounting a 1-6 on my brother's rifle as well with the same ADM mount. PA will continue to get my money and I'm telling all my friends as well . You guys should do T-Shirts with the PA logo
S/F Al |
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They just got back in stock! I ordered one and can't wait to get it. I love the chevron ACSS reticle, and have gotten used to it on the Holosun HS503G. Thanx to everyone here for the photos and short but sweet reviews.
P.S. PA customer service is top notch as usual. Within hours after I put in my order, it's already shipped. Now if only they had the Bobro mount in stock. <sigh> |
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