Which Scope March - US Optics - Kahles - Nightforce

[Longtine88]

I have no direct experience having only recently acquired mine but having done some homework, reports since introduction are quite positive about performance and reliability. The company is owned/managed by ex-Nightforce and Kahles professionals
that placed very high emphasis on reliability, and back the product up with a lifetime/transferable warranty. I would add that there are some unique design features that claim "superior" long term durability, particularly focused on the turret system.

I'm reading up on them as we speak. I really like what I'm reading so far.

 

[swampbug]

ZCO or TRACT depending on your price range. The ZCO if you can swing it.

 

[Huntnpack]

I have no direct experience having only recently acquired mine but having done some homework, reports since introduction are quite positive about performance and reliability. The company is owned/managed by ex-Nightforce and Kahles professionals
that placed very high emphasis on reliability, and back the product up with a lifetime/transferable warranty. I would add that there are some unique design features that claim "superior" long term durability, particularly focused on the turret system.

I voted ZCO as well. Excellent Optic.
Going on a new build in process.

I'm somewhat partial to NightForce optics
and found myself going back to them after trying
other optics. I got comfortable with the NF operation, function, quality, durability, & features.

My ZCO is far superior to My NF without the shortcomings, ie; power ring/focus adj. etc.
And better glass, & image quality.

I'd recommend you get one in your hands to checkout before deciding on others.
You won't be disappointed.

 

[Longtine88]

I just read a great article and he compared the zco to a TT in the long run he determined based off every feature of the scope that the TT was superior to a ZCO but by a very very minute amount. Is it worth $3K more??? Not sure about that

 

[Euler]

Tangent & ZCO are the top dogs. Pick between Tangent & ZCO based on reticle, features & weight (if weight matters).

I just read a great article and he compared the zco to a TT in the long run he determined based off every feature of the scope that the TT was superior to a ZCO but by a very very minute amount. Is it worth $3K more??? Not sure about that

Tangent's aren't $3k more. A new ZCO is about $3,700 - $4,600 depending on model, color & reticle. A new Tangent is $4,000 to $6,000 depending on model, color, and reticle. If you steer clear of tan and horus reticles, the cost range narrows quite a bit.

I'll say that my Tangent is optically better than my ZCOs (although not by a lot). My Tangent is also quite a bit lighter than my ZCOs. ZCO is my current favorite all around scope (specifically the 4-20), and the 3-15 Tangent is my current favorite hunting specific scope. I'd highly recommend buying both (or at least using both) to figure out what you prefer and why.

If you are looking to save a few bucks, a used Kahles gets you close to the top tier, and you can find them used for +/- $2,400. You can take another step down and get a used ATACR for even cheaper.

 

[Willys]

My Bad - scopes are moa -moa - Talked to CS Tactical and descriptions are wrong they are all moa - moa or mil-mil.

 

[Euler]

FYI , ZCO does not make one with MOA turrets, they have an MOA reticle with MIL turrets. I'd like to hear from someone who uses that.

Swing and a miss

 

[Huntnpack]

FYI , ZCO does not make one with MOA turrets, they have an MOA reticle with MIL turrets. I'd like to hear from someone who uses that.

My ZCO 420 is MOA reticle & turrets

 

[Willys]

FYI , ZCO does not make one with MOA turrets, they have an MOA reticle with MIL turrets. I'd like to hear from someone who uses that in

My ZCO 420 is MOA reticle & turrets

No way? Pic? I haven't seen one listed.

 

[shooters]

I 3rd that. Spent the weekend with a friends 4-20. Definitely MOA/MOA.

 

[Longtine88]

Yeah I looked on the website they have one with that's moa/moa

 

[Huntnpack]

Interesting test on top tier scopes.

Thread on SH is interesting on some of the top tier scopes of today. Leupold is holding its own as well as NF, which isn’t surprising. They seem to have had a few nice surprises, that said it also looks like they may have gotten a few duds, happens even in the best scopes and binoculars. I’ve...

www.longrangehunting.com

 

[JimThom]

I am going to buy a new scope. I'm gonna try to break a habit of buying another Nightforce. I currently own 11 NF's and 4 Leupolds VX6.

Nothing wrong with them.

Which of these scopes listed above has the clearest view from edge to edge and pure clarity through the magnifications? FYI I like MOA scopes and F1.

I have not looked through a March, USO or Kahles.

So which one and why. Not worried about the $ or the weight. This is for a long range hunting rifle setup 1000 yd +.


I'm letting y'all decide which one with the poll results. Not saying which way I'm leaning at the moment.

March.

 

[Longtine88]

FYI , ZCO does not make one with MOA turrets, they have an MOA reticle with MIL turrets. I'd like to hear from someone who uses that.

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