86alaskan
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So, we know that the LRHSi has been discontinued. Is there a replacement on the horizon? what are they planning. Looking at picking up one in 4.5-18.
Bushnell LRHSi replacement?
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Best I've been able to ascertain is that it's the "Forge" model they introduced at the NRA Show. They've got info regarding it up on their web site now.
Looks like a souped-up "Engage" with better glass. I'm underwhelmed but will reserve judgement until some testers wring it out.
Looks like a souped-up "Engage" with better glass. I'm underwhelmed but will reserve judgement until some testers wring it out.
Red man
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I have been told they are making the same scope but the wind turret will be exposed like a normal tactical scope and not capped. LRTS and LRTSI
86alaskan
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yep, just lookied it up, saw the Forge series seems to target the entry level PRS market. FFP, MIL/MIL and 4.5-27 power range. lighter than a razor, but far cheaper at an MSRP of $1k. also have a 3-18 and 2.5-15 listed, but they're on the hefty side for a light hunting rifle. can't wait to get hands on one to see for sure.
http://www.bushnell.com/getmedia/f93502ee-2639-432e-b4c4-cfc49eb4298e/2018-Prime-Nitro-Forge-Catalog
http://www.bushnell.com/getmedia/f93502ee-2639-432e-b4c4-cfc49eb4298e/2018-Prime-Nitro-Forge-Catalog
Nice catalog with most specs of interest listed. It seems that although the Forge line has some nice features, it really isn't a replacement for the LRHSi. The LRHSi seemed to be "purpose built" while the Forge is an affordable cross-over range/tactical/competition option that can be used for hunting.
Can't say how many times I looked for a sale on the LRHSi. Maybe that's why they scrapped them. Couldn't sell them at the price they needed.
Hondo64d
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GAP is expecting the final shipment of 4.5-18 LRHSis in July. They are going to be letting those go for $800 again. They are taking deposits now.
http://www.gaprecision.net/ga-store/optics/bushnell-lrhs-4-5-18x44-g2h-illum-1.html
John
Aoudad shooter1975
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Great scopes--bushnell was on a roll with the LRHS and DMR and XRS scopes...I was at NRA and yes underwhelmed is the word--I see bean counters got involved...the took 3 steps back
Ed
Ed
Hondo64d
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Though not designated as the replacement for the LRHSi, the LRTSi is a viable substitute. Love mine...
John
John
I checked out the LRTSi. Seems pretty much like the same scope without the doughnut in the reticle and the cap on the windage. Thanks for the heads up on the GAP closeout. Just ordered one.
Hondo64d
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I haven't spoken with them but have read that they have sold them all.
John
John
Hondo64d
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They have discontinued the LRHS. The LRTS is pretty much the same thing and I will have one here NIB if you are interested. It will be priced very reasonably. I've also recently gotten a Nightforce SHV F1. So far, it is looking like a great alternative.
John
