Anyone have a NX8 4x32 and an AMG? Debating between the two right now.
So i don't have the NX8 but i do have the AMG and it is a safer bet on design alone IMHO. That and if the NX8 doesn't have similar IQ to the ATACR then it's likely not as good as the AMG. 4x erector in a sizeable scope body versus an 8x erector with high end mag range in a compact body, There are going to be compromises by design. Now the main complaints i've seen with the NX8 are in regard to the 2.5-20x50, and while i'm sure the 4-32x50 is a little better i'm betting it suffers from distortion on the outer parameter just like the 2.5-20x50. Then there will likely be sensitive parallax and a finicky eyebox on the high end. It's just sort of the nature of using a large erector assembly in a compact scope body.
The AMG is honestly incredibly hard to beat for it's class given it's weight. There really isn't a sub 30oz optic that's FFP, Mil/Mil, locking turrets, with a quality reticle that comes close to it. It could be a little smaller yes but it is an all around fantastic optic with little to no compromises, which is why people are wanting a 4-16 or 3-18 AMG though obviously they'd have to go to a 5x or 6x erector assembly with the 3-18.
I'm curious though as you are because i was contemplating one for my 300PRC build but i need to see valid evidence from ILya or Bill that it doesn't suffer from the aforementioned drawbacks.
Thanks 5RWill, saw a few of your other posts and I was hoping you might chime in. Overall I'm leaning toward the AMG for the reasons you listed above.
On top of that, the FOV on the low end for the AMG is pretty **** good for 6x at 20.4in @100 yards. That's equivalent or better than a lot of other popular 4-12 hunting scopes. Given my rifles primary purpose as a longer range rifle, I am ok with that.
Anyone have a NX8 4x32 and an AMG? Debating between the two right now.
A 56mm objective lens is typically 65mm outer diameter. Same relationship as 50mm lens to 59mm OD.Who else is waiting for their NX8 to arrive?
I found the price point to be very reasonable. Honestly, almost too reasonable.
I settled with the 4-32x50F1 MOAR since I grew up shooting the old school 8-32x56 NP2 MOA.
I am curious about the shorter over all length and objective bell is advertised at 59mm (outer bell) but they are calling at a x50 scope. That is some thick housing.
Just musing...
Waiting...
Counting down the days...