Q: Alex, by anyone’s definition, you are a true expert on low power variable optics. In case you missed them, here are articles with Alex about SPRs and what he recommends for hard-use carbines. We recently talked with Alex about what Ridgeline offers, precision shooting at distance, and why he likes an LPVO. His company focuses heavily on long-range shooting, as well as producing high quality, ultra-reliable Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) builds. To learn even more about the benefits of using a Low Power Variable Optic (LPVO), we reached out to Alex Hartmann from Ridgeline. Kyle Defoor Ridgeline on the Low Power Variable Optic (LPVO) More than 6x, I would consider a first focal plane. And the advantages and disadvantages could be another article in itself, but 6x and under, second focal plane is fine, in my experience. If the reticle changes sizes when you change magnification, it’s a first focal plane scope. The easiest thing to do is pick up the scope, put it on max power, look at the reticle, and keep looking at the reticle as you turn it down to the minimum power…if the reticle stays the same size, it’s a second focal plane scope. Kyle DefoorĪn outstanding overview of the benefits of an LPVO… Low Power Variable Optic – First Focal Plane vs Second Focal Planeīefore going any further, now is a good time to explain something you will read mentioned several times in the remainder of this article…first focal plane vs. But all of those guys make LPVs that are good. And then you have your “other” three… Kahles, Steiner and Primary Arms. Later on in that article we asked Kyle what low power variable optic manufacturers we should consider:Īs far as low power variable optic manufacturers, essentially I would say you have your “big four”, which are Vortex, Schmidt & Bender, Nightforce and Leupold. It will take everyone a few years to get on board and train, but an LPV is the way to go. With a scope, that distance is 200 or a little more. The difference in a LPV and a traditional red dot optic, is a traditional red dot optic is regulated to about 50-100 yards for positive ID….meaning that you can tell if it is a gun or a phone or a shovel or a rifle, depending on weather conditions and lighting. For your convenience, we’ve pulled a few relevant quotes: Kyle Defoor on the Low Powered Variable Optic (LPVO)Ī few months ago, to learn more about Low Power Variable Optics (LPVO), and why many prefer them over a red dot, we reached out to Kyle Defoor at Defoor Proformance Solutions. In case you need a reminder, don’t buy expensive optics and potentially life-saving equipment based on info from online listicles.
Dig deep, do your own thorough research and decide what will work best for you in your situation. Left to Right: Nightforce NX8 1-8, Kahles K16i 1-6, Nightforce ATACR 1-8, S&B Dual CC 1-8įinally, and as always, before any major purchase, don’t stop your research here.
Just try re-selling that budget optic and see how that goes. While many of the low power variable optics we list here are expensive, this is one area where I would certainly “buy once and cry once”. We’ve compiled the information below in the interest of saving you time, frustration, and money in the long run.
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