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Clarity
Customers are highly satisfied with the clarity of the Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II Second Focal Plane Riflescopes, praising its top-notch glass quality and exceptional build. Some users have compared it to high-end scopes and noted significant improvements over previous models.
Illumination Function Reliability
Customers have a generally positive sentiment towards the illumination function reliability of the Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II Second Focal Plane Riflescopes. They appreciate that the illuminated dot is bright enough for daylight use and useful for low-light shooting, with some mentioning it's brighter than competitors in the market. However, a few customers have noted that the scope can reflect light due to the permanent reticle.
Eye Box Size
Customers generally have positive opinions about the eye box size of the Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II Second Focal Plane Riflescopes, with some expressing satisfaction for its ample eye relief and ease of use, while others appreciate its large eye box area that allows quick long-range shots and observation. Some customers have compared it to more expensive scopes and found it to be an optimal choice within their budget.
Manufacturer Reputation
Customers generally have positive opinions about Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II Second Focal Plane Riflescopes, praising its unique features, durability, and affordability compared to competitors. However, some users noted concerns regarding the mushy brightness adjustment and harder-than-expected windage and elevation knobs. Overall, customers are satisfied with their purchase and would recommend this scope.
Highlights
Quality
Weight is manageable and turrets are solid and tactile.
All i ever need and the quality is amazing
The dial doesn't have the same stiffness problem that the turrets have, but it is mushy.
This creates more area for light to hit, making reflections worse.
Price
I picked up my viper pst ii on sale for ~$595, so it's definitely worthwhile to shop around.
I got one for about $55 and it makes a huge difference.
I just was not gong to spend $1300 on a scope, for me this was a grat choice at $699.
For what you paid, you got well above what the norm was.
Shipping
I preordered my viper and received it very early on, before most people could get one.
Just recieved what i thought was a new unopened vortex optic shipped and sold by amazon.
Packaging/appearance
It had a fairly large eye box which is the key to having a quality dmr rifle scope as you need to be able to take quick long ra... Read More
I don't consider this to mean it's a low quality product, only that vortex was trying to save a nickel on packaging, and i was ... Read More
I'm guessing that vortex hadn't worked out the new product box yet, as it arrived with the wrong box and padding.
Box was open and on inspection the only thing i found missing is the vortex sticker some finger prints on scope.
Competitiveness
If you’re not ready to pull the trigger on something super-duper expensive, this scope will beat most competitors in its class ... Read More
Competitors typically love the razor hd ii 1-6x because it's second focal plane, it has a clean reticle, a massive eyebox with ... Read More
Unless you need milliseconds faster close range target acquisition, my opinion is that lpvo is the best option if you also want... Read More
Now vortex prices have gone up a bit, and their competitors have better matched prices.
Overview
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- Our engine has analyzed and discovered that 68.1% of the reviews are reliable.
- This product had a total of 271 reviews as of our last analysis date on Oct 12 2024.
Helpful InsightsBETA
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Finally broke down and bought the scope
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Been wanting it for over a year
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
A little background is required to explain what i mean
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
This optic is largely based on the vortex razor hd ii 16x riflescope which was primarily designed as a 3gun optic
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Topping it off with a cherry the razor hd ii also has some truly fantastic glass
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Okay so knowing all that the aim of this viper pst ii 16x is to offer a budget version of that awesome razor hd ii
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
A lot of people have a hard time justifying 1400 for that razor hd ii myself included
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Im not saying this viper has bad glass or overly thick bezels because it doesnt