Rifle Scopes Burris xtr ii dissapointment... What now?

[Josh.scofield]

Ive been out of long range shooting and bolt guns for a few years after constantly being disappointed with "lower/mid end" optics and equipment and decided to get back into it when i can get better stuff. So now im getting back into it and had settled on buying a mid power mid grade scope such as the mark5hd or an ATACR but i couldnt help myself when i saw the xtrii 3-15x50 illuminated on sale for under $1k shipped on opticsplanet. Ive seen so many great reviews here and there i ordered it and recieved it this morning. I read the manual first and then installed the battery for the illumination and it worked for about 30 seconds and then flickered and quit working. i have called customer service and was on hold an hour and then selected the call back option with no return call. This just reminds me of all the frustrations and problems i had years ago with burris, steiner, bushnell, and vortex stuff. Has anyone else had a problem like this with the illumination?

Also what would you guys recommend to replace this scope once i return it? Im looking for something preferably with a 3x low end and 15-18x on high end around $2500. Also what reticle? (mils) I want to get something that would hold its value in case i want to upgrade it in the future. Im having a hard time deciding as this is my first scope in this price range. Ill use this on an accurized .223 rem700 that i use for predator hunting and recreational shooting 50yds-500yds.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

There's a few great options.

You can look at:

Bushnell 3.5-21x50 DMR II starting at $899.99

Steiner 3-15x50 M and T series

Nightforce ATACR 4-16 Series

It would be our pleasure to discuss options with you

 

[Birddog6424]

Did you try a different battery? Stupid, I know, but I've been caught on this before.

If it's not the battery there is an issue with the contacts in the battery compartment. It's a super easy fix. They had some trouble with this when they released this scope 5 years ago. But they resolved it and illumination has been pretty decent ever since.

Bear with them in CS, it's super busy through this time of year and they dont have as many people in the department as some bigger companies. But it's a simple matter and they'll take care of it.

 

[redneckbmxer24]

Leupold 3.6-18x44. It’s an amazing optic, especially at the price point. You can get the Tremor 3 version (the reticle is the shit) at liberty for $1650. Even with a badass Spuhr mount your only a tick over $2K. Still have $400+ in your budget for other stuff.

 

[nn8734]

Ive been out of long range shooting and bolt guns for a few years after constantly being disappointed with "lower/mid end" optics and equipment and decided to get back into it when i can get better stuff. So now im getting back into it and had settled on buying a mid power mid grade scope such as the mark5hd or an ATACR but i couldnt help myself when i saw the xtrii 3-15x50 illuminated on sale for under $1k shipped on opticsplanet. Ive seen so many great reviews here and there i ordered it and recieved it this morning. I read the manual first and then installed the battery for the illumination and it worked for about 30 seconds and then flickered and quit working. i have called customer service and was on hold an hour and then selected the call back option with no return call. This just reminds me of all the frustrations and problems i had years ago with burris, steiner, bushnell, and vortex stuff. Has anyone else had a problem like this with the illumination?

Also what would you guys recommend to replace this scope once i return it? Im looking for something preferably with a 3x low end and 15-18x on high end around $2500. Also what reticle? (mils) I want to get something that would hold its value in case i want to upgrade it in the future. Im having a hard time deciding as this is my first scope in this price range. Ill use this on an accurized .223 rem700 that i use for predator hunting and recreational shooting 50yds-500yds.

$2500 gets you into SB territory, which is the route I’d go.

as afar as reticles, that will depend on the specific type of shooting you like to do. I use all Horus but they aren’t for everyone.

Def go Mil/Mil no matter what scope you buy. Resale happens faster at higher demand vs MOA.

 

[Ratch_V]

For troubleshooting, try a new battery, or a battery you know works in something else. Also, make sure there isn't a safety sticker still on the battery, it happens.

If your having trouble getting in contact with Burris you can set up a case with them online through the support portal and they can respond to you there. https://burris.supportsync.com/

If you really don't want to wait, you can just mail it to them. Just make sure to write down all your information and the problem your having with it. Unfortunately, the customer service is bogged down a bit with it being the busy season.

 

[Steel head]

Bushy DMR deal above is awesome!

 

[ken226]

Make sure your using the correct battery. Even if its the battery they shipped with the scope, double check to make sure its a cr2032.

The cr2016 and cr2025 are the same diameter and voltage, but each .7mm thinner, incrementally.

Its common to get a 2016 or 2025 mixed up with a 2032, but the difference in thickness can result in contact issues.

 

[IanHusaberg]

Illumination not working is a know issue. Sounds like you didn’t do your homework. I had a similar issue with my 5-25. Didn’t even bother calling Burris with my scope.

 

[atepointer]

Man that's a bummer. I actually just walked over and tried my illum on 5-25 I've never even used it....works!

 

[viking78]

I love my Razor.

Check out euro optics, they have new EBR-7C reticled scope in with quite nice price.

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Big brother with the older EBR-2C reticle few hundres expencive only.

Vortex Razor HD Gen II 4.5-27x56 EBR-2C Riflescope RZR-42706

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[hafejd30]

I’ve had good luck with my Burris XTRII. My other favorites in the same $ range are Athlon or sightron

 

[Deleted member 113831]

I have 3 of the XTR2 3-15's. No issues.

 

[Birddog6424]

Man that's a bummer. I actually just walked over and tried my illum on 5-25 I've never even used it....works!

Most do..

Illumination was a known issue back in 2015. I haven't seen a post or heard from anyone in years who was having an issue.

We aren't even sure it's the scope here. I've seen too many battery issues to overlook that as an issue. If it's the scope, like I said, it's a really easy fix.

 

[OldSalty]

I really like my Trijicon Accupowers. I have 3 different ones and each have peformed quite well. IMO worth taking a look at...

 

[gopherslayer]

I bought 4 XTR2s this summer. Illumination works in all of them. I’d also check the battery. I’ve had it happen with cheap remotes that come with a CR2032 and wouldn’t work. Change the battery and they work.

 

[chevy_man]

I'd push you towards the mark 5. They're damn nice scopes and to my eye way better glass than the bushy.

 

[Birddog6424]

Honestly, if you have your heart set on stepping up, you should just get a Burris XTR3. It's definitely one of, if not the nicest scopes of this type under 2k.

The 3.3-18 was just reviewed by wjm308 who thought it was the best value in its price point.

Included in the that comparison was the Nightforce NX8, the MK5, and the DMR's.

 

[supercorndogs]

If I was spending Schmit and Bender kind of money, that is what I would buy with it.

 

[FrozenFingers]

I had the Illumination stop working on one there scopes. I did the return on their support center never did talk to anyone. Sent it in couple of weeks later came back have not had a problem since. https://burris.supportsync.com/

 

[shields shtr]

I have quite a few scopes, and I also seem to be playing the game where I am trying to find the scope that does all the things the big boy scopes do, but not at the 2k plus price point. I think I am realizing I just need to save a little longer and try the big boy scopes. I have Athlon, Burris (XTR3), Vortex, Trijicon (on gas gun), Leupold Mark 5, For the money, I still think that Athlon delivers the clearest image to my eye, but the turrets aren't all that great. Leupold works good on my LR hunting gun, Vortex's are what they are (backed by great customer service), and the Trijicon does what it needs to do on my gas gun. Jury is still out on the Burris, I sent it back a month ago and haven't heard a peep from them.

I looked through the ZCO scopes at the SH cup and was blown away. I can see what the hype was about. But then again, you are basically paying twice what the above scope generally go for, maybe more. Another thing I am realizing is important is customer service. All scopes can and will break. How responsive the respective company is when dealing with an issue is paramount. The PX here is a great resource to pick up the higher end scopes and some incredible deals. Maybe check out the Minox scopes, there are a lot of them on the px for great deals...

 

[coyotewillie]

I've got the 3-15 and the 5-25, just checked them and neither one worked. New batteries fixed them right up. Not surprised they were dead, I never use it! But if it isn't as simple as a battery, kind of hard to fault their CS. I just "broke" a Burris 4.5-14 by dropping my calling rifle on the objective. Put a nice curve in the tube. Everyone says send it in, they'll replace it! Hate to do it because of my clumsiness, but there's alot of people have had scopes replaced doing the exact same thing. A hunting buddy of mine did the same thing, got a new scope. Pretty good warranty and company to do that! As far as no call back, that's frustrating but not completely unheard sometimes. I've have responses right away, two weeks later, none what so ever (from several different companies). I've had better luck with emails.