Vortex Viper HS-T 6-24x50

**bearcatrp** · 07-25-2016, 07:00 PM

Anyone have this scope can tell me your opinion on it? Just ordered one. Wanted a FFP but was out of my price range. Just looking for opinions. Thanks

**cowtownup** · 07-25-2016, 07:51 PM

Great scope... You are not going to be able to see bullet holes at 300 yards, but it is a very capable scope with some nice features...

**tufrthnails** · 07-26-2016, 05:42 AM

You will love it. I put one on my cousins rifle. He loved it so much he went out and bought a set of Vortex Viper Binos, which are sweet as well.

**bearcatrp** · 07-26-2016, 07:37 AM

Thanks for the replies folks. Am reading on most of the mid range vortex scopes that at 24x, gets a little fuzzy. True?

**Texas10** · 07-26-2016, 08:14 AM

Originally Posted by bearcatrp

Thanks for the replies folks. Am reading on most of the mid range vortex scopes that at 24x, gets a little fuzzy. True?

Yep, the optics on my Viper HS 6-24X50 are not quite as clear as my Nikon, even at comparable powers. Both are made in Singapore. But I can see 22 cal bullet holes at 300 yds however, I have to move the scope around to find a clearer portion of the glass. Unfortunately, the optics directly under the cross hairs is the fuzziest.

It also helps to make sure my glasses are clean before shooting....

**bearcatrp** · 07-26-2016, 12:57 PM

Thanks

**bearcatrp** · 07-30-2016, 10:32 PM

Got it in. Most money I have spent on a scope. Dam its big. Hope to hit the range monday to try it out.

**Steelhead** · 07-31-2016, 12:08 AM

I have one.
Lil bit fuzzy at full power.
Tracks good.
Not bad at all.

**bearcatrp** · 08-01-2016, 08:27 AM

Anyone know if I will need a 20 MOA rail in order to dial to 1500 or is there enough on the scope? Tried to put it on last night to find out my current rings are a hair to low. Order my seekins.

**psharon97** · 08-01-2016, 08:55 AM

Depends on three main factors: the caliber, the bullet, and the velocity, I would get a 20MOA rail if you're trying to shoot beyond 1000 yards.

**Steelhead** · 08-01-2016, 11:07 AM

Originally Posted by bearcatrp

Anyone know if I will need a 20 MOA rail in order to dial to 1500 or is there enough on the scope? Tried to put it on last night to find out my current rings are a hair to low. Order my seekins.

With my 260 rem, a 20 MOA rail and the HS-T I have about 56 MOA up
that gets me past 1400.

that scope doesn't have a lot of elevation adjustment.
65moa or so.

**cowtownup** · 08-01-2016, 12:49 PM

Definitely do the 20 moa base.. Then whatever you can't dial maybe you can holdover and get to... Another option is to get the Burris XTR signature rings with the offset inserts.. Nice rings and you can get from 5 to 40 MOA with those without the base...

http://www.burrisoptics.com/mounting...ignature-rings

**bearcatrp** · 08-01-2016, 05:13 PM

Already ordered my Seekins. Have had real good luck with seekins so thats all I buy. Will install with new rings and scope then count the clicks to see how far off I am. Will still order a 20 MOA rail though. Just put one on my 10T 308 a few months back so I could reach 1000 yards. Thanks guys. Appreciate the help.

**bearcatrp** · 08-06-2016, 03:58 PM

disregard. started another thread.

**bearcatrp** · 08-08-2016, 04:44 PM

Went to the range today to test out the new scope. Crystal clear. Like it so far. Was on target in 3 shots. Now to put the shims in.

Cmonsta · 08-08-2016, 05:44 PM

Originally Posted by bearcatrp

Went to the range today to test out the new scope. Crystal clear. Like it so far. Was on target in 3 shots. Now to put the shims in.

Glad to hear it. I've decided on this same scope. Was going to get he Viper PA but I think the better glass is worth the extra money. Excited to get home in a week and a half and see what she's like.

**bearcatrp** · 08-08-2016, 09:23 PM

I like the zero stop feature on my scopes if possible. The glass is crystal clear. Didn't play with the features to much. Left the zoom at 18x with no problems seeing my 100 yard target. Was worth replacing the swfa SS 20x that was on it. Think you made the right choice.

**bearcatrp** · 09-21-2016, 06:46 PM

Just scored a Burris XTR II 4-20X50 w/scr MOA finally. Been hunting for one since beginning of the year. Now to decide to sell the vortex or keep for future rifle.

Justin.D · 09-23-2016, 02:58 AM

Originally Posted by bearcatrp

Just scored a Burris XTR II 4-20X50 w/scr MOA finally. Been hunting for one since beginning of the year. Now to decide to sell the vortex or keep for future rifle.

Since you have the ability to say, how do they compare? obviously a decent price difference but.

**Iowa Fox** · 09-23-2016, 04:25 PM

One of the great things about shooting the match's is your friends will let you shoot their equipment. I've had an opportunity to pull the trigger looking thru most, they all have little differences that fit different folk's likes, or dislikes.

**bearcatrp** · 09-25-2016, 10:22 PM

Originally Posted by Justin.D

Since you have the ability to say, how do they compare? obviously a decent price difference but.

Just comparing the glass shows the Burris a little better. Don't have rings for the Burris yet so once mounted I can give a better opinion. The Burris has more elevation and windage. Once mounted I'll be back for more comparison.

**bearcatrp** · 10-05-2016, 09:07 PM

Got out to the range last Monday with both scopes. The Burris is on my creedmoor and the vortex is on the 308. Both are very close on glass but would give Burris the nod. The turret clicks are better on the Burris also. My shooting was at 100 yards. Will be shooting 500 to 1000 yards at the end of the month so this will tell the tale. For a couple hundred bucks more to get a FFP scope, will tell anyone to get a Burris XTR II in a heart beat.

**Idaho** · 10-22-2016, 11:26 PM

Do you need high base rings for this scope or will medium height rings work?

**bearcatrp** · 10-25-2016, 11:09 PM

Had to use high. But I have a 20 MOA rail on my rifle.

**m12lrs** · 10-26-2016, 06:47 PM

Was going to get the hst. But at the.last minute my hand chose the PST. Never liked a lighted reticle but I really like.this one. This is the 2.5 to 10 on my hog gun. Same glass as the hst. Fine for.me. low light and dark woods that lighted reticle will shine.

The reticle is what Sold me
9
Simple.compact perfect for this lightweight AR