Vortex Optics Diamondback Tactical First Focal Plane Riflescopes

Starting from the outside, scope is of sturdy build and turrets are well mounted and tight when twisted, while also being strong enough to not be twisted by bumping into things or moving around in a case. Using the magnification is very easy and it maintains clarity through 4-15x magnification. At 16x you will experience a dip in clarity but this is to be expected with any scope when maxed out, and even then it will still beat any stock or budget aftermarket scope you could find. The reticule is extremely crisp and defined, even so much so that at at 4x magnification it is hard to see the numbers on the hold over and wind correction marks. This is mainly becasue it is a first focal plane scope so the reticle zooms in when you zoom in, meaning it's outstanding and HD when you start to use higher magnifications rather than too large and in the way. Secondly is the fact that when I zeroed this scope and store it in a soft cover it retains it's zero to this day. I drove all the way from Texas to Wyoming, switching it between vehicles multiple times, mounting it on ATV's, riding back country trials up in the Big Horn National Forrest on the side of Cloud Peak, and it never bumped off its zero even after a solid week of that. If you are looking for a high quality scope that doesn't break the bank this is it.

2000 5-star reviews and I'm adding one. One of the best value long range scopes I've ever seen, and I've tried dozens of optics. I got the 4-16x version for my 22lr and was blown away. Clear glass edge to edge, works well in low light, and adjustable parallax 20 yards-600+ yards. Only downside, and only reason I'm returning it, is the lack of illumination. If that doesn't bother you, you'll be hard pressed to find anything better for around $350.

Had this on my AR15 for a couple range trips. It’s been great so far, I really like how the center crosshairs are really thin. Nice clear glass, on par with my more expensive Vortex Viper HST. Despite being first focal plane it is not overly heavy. The clicks on the elevation and wind age are more audible than tactile, but still nice all in all. There is a slight bit of play in the knobs but the clicks themselves are solid. I’ve also had good luck with dialing up for bullet drop at 300 and 400 yards, unfortunately can’t go further than that at my range. All in all, for the money this scope is very much worth it.

For the price of this scope it is very well made. I put mine on a Savage .308 Model 12 and it seems quite accurate. All functions of the scope worked flawlessly. Glass is exceptionally clear for the price point. I was able to zero in, in about 6 shots after using a bore sight then moved my mil markers to zero with one screw for each turret (elevation and windage). Was pinging 200 yard plates every shot by the end of my hour on the range. Going out to the long distance range this weekend to see how far I can stretch its legs.

Nice scope for the price.

To start, I expected a made in China product. I also expected a rather shallow eye relief and no your not going to get top tier lenses coatings for this price. This scope was purchased for a 22lr and for my eyes and needs the 4 to 16 zoom range was just right as is the adjustable parallex down to 25yds. A nice thin MRAD reticle pared with solid clicking MIL turrets is the same as my Steiner and S&B PMII. No I can’t say it’s glass is crazy sick amazing but it is clear as could be and given the sum of its features which include FFP there just aren’t any down sides which concern me other than where it’s manufactured. At the range I used a machinist level and an in/lb torque screwdriver for install, then bore sited. 3 shot and done. Lots of cleaning to achieve gift status I’m done and happily waiting for Valentine Day. Today with the exception of maybe 2 or 3 scope manufacturers, all glass comes out of Asia and quality has improved significantly in all price ranges. Tracking accuracy, build quality and proprietary coatings are where more money yields big gains. Vortex warranty is solid in my limited experience so time will tell. Additional note, the seller I worked with I can not say enough good about! Everything from honest communication, excellent service and going the extra mile we’re my experiences. This could easily be a 5 star review but with limited set-up time with this scope I’m not there yet. More time needed and forget not that the rifle is new out of the box.

Bought the 4-16x44 mil for my m10 ashbury precision .308 and absolutely love it! Everything works like it’s supposed to. My only complaint would be there’s no zero stop on this model but the price and quality cannot be matched by any other ffp optic off similar specs. When I get my next rifle done I will go for the 50mm version. This scope has made me a vortex believer, I will no longer be purchasing Leupold optic’s. Thanks vortex! Edit: my next purchase will be the new 5-25x56 strike Eagle if it ever goes on sale!!!

Great item

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Anche se il prodotto è confezionato in Cina, la qualità della Vortex rimane invariata. Per il suo ottimo livello qualitativo, l'ottica è da considerarsi economica. I click delle torrette sono ben distinguibili; la torretta di regolazione del parallasse è un po' dura da regolare, ma funziona. Anche la regolazione del numero di ingrandimenti è duro da ruotare, ma non crea grossi problemi. Sotto i 10 ingrandimenti si fa fatica a vedere le tacche del reticolo; rimane ben visibile la il crosshair. Quando si ruota la torretta di regolazione verticale, non troviamo alcun indice che ci dica se siamo al primo o al secondo giro. Bisogna stare attenti. Ma per il prezzo proposto, non possiamo chiedere di più. OTTICA VALIDA!!!

I love this scope and its much better than my more expensive ziess. Definitely my new go to.