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Posted: 12/11/2011 8:14:16 PM EDT
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I'm about to finally get around to purchasing a NXS 2.5-10x32 scope. I'm debating between a NP-R2 and mil-dot reticle. If I'm not mistaken, I would want the standard 1/4 MOA turrets for the NP-R2 reticle that is calibrated in terms of MOA. For the mil dot reticle, I would want to buy the mil radian turrets? Correct? Or do they change the compensation to MOA on their reticle? If I'm wrong, what is the preferred set up for those reticles in this scope?
Shooting beyond 100-200 yards is a new game for me, so I want to make sure I'll do it right. Oh, and this scope will be for my 5.56 NATO SPR build for an 18" upper. Thanks |
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I'm about to finally get around to purchasing a NXS 2.5-10x32 scope. I'm debating between a NP-R2 and mil-dot reticle. If I'm not mistaken, I would want the standard 1/4 MOA turrets for the NP-R2 reticle that is calibrated in terms of MOA. For the mil dot reticle, I would want to buy the mil radian turrets? Correct? Or do they change the compensation to MOA on their reticle? If I'm wrong, what is the preferred set up for those reticles in this scope? Shooting beyond 100-200 yards is a new game for me, so I want to make sure I'll do it right. Oh, and this scope will be for my 5.56 NATO SPR build for an 18" upper. Thanks For the Mil dot you want mil radian turrets. I don't know if the NP-R2 is calibrated in MOA but if it is use MOA turrets unless you like a lot of math. |
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Thanks for the replies. I think I'll go with the NP-R2 with 1/4 MOA turrets because I like the reticle style better than the mil dot. I'm still going to wait for the new Magpul video though in case I change my mind about something.
Oh, and I did not choose the velocity reticle because I wanted the flexibility of using the scope on a .308 or 6.8 spc rifle down the road. Please feel free to chime in your opinions regarding this matter. I want to learn as much as I can. Thanks |
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If you plan to range with the reticle, are you better able to estimate the size of targets in integer inches or 3.6" at a time? That's a very good point man. That definitely favors the NP-R2 with 1/4 MOA turrets, although I plan on using a laser rangefinder when push comes to shove. It makes you wonder why anyone would want a Mil-Dot reticle today, but of course, I could be missing the point here. |
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I use a LRF when appropriate, but my brain mostly thinks best in target size inches distance yards.
Plenty of folks use mil-rads quite effectively as that is their training. The 2.5-10x32 on my SPR happens to have NP-R2 and MOA ZS turrets, and works great for KD or ranging during daylight. That said, the reticle on my D-740 is mil-rad, which also works just fine with holdover between the center crosshair and first tick from 0-300 on a 6.8 SBR in the dark. The bottom line is to know your ammo/weapon/optics system. |
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