Rifle Scopes Burris XTR3!!!

[021411]

It’s fine now that I squared it away. My fear was sending it in only to get it back with “it’s normal” note. I would have NOT accepted that response. I shot a stage yesterday and was almost hesitate to dial and just hold because the damn turret was so damn stiff. Yes it was binding that much. Anyway I love the scope and punches way above the price point. I compared it side by side with a Gen 3 and the XTR3 is definitely no slouch.

 

[NateAdams13]

Anyone able to compare the XTR3 to a 5-25 leupold mk5hd? I don’t compete anymore so I’m looking to move out of the 2k optic and down a bit now that these are street pricing at less than 1300. Is it a big downgrade in any category? It’s going to go on a .308 thst is mostly range shot, occasionally lose a local f class match with

 

[S3th]

I would hands down go with the XTR3 over a MK5.

 

[NateAdams13]

If somebody buys my mark 5 I am looking forward to trying one for sure.

 

[TheSunPope]

Anyone able to compare the XTR3 to a 5-25 leupold mk5hd? I don’t compete anymore so I’m looking to move out of the 2k optic and down a bit now that these are street pricing at less than 1300. Is it a big downgrade in any category? It’s going to go on a .308 thst is mostly range shot, occasionally lose a local f class match with

It really comes down to what you want. Lighter weight and extremely good depth of field? Or save some money and get awesome field of view. My XTR3 didn't really feel like a downgrade next to my Mark 5. I liked the turrets more on my Mark 5. It seemed slightly sharper too, but barely and the field of view difference is really noticable.

 

[Baron85]

I sold my gen 3 kahles 6-24 after looking through a XTR PRO. I bought 2 XTR3s while I waited for the pro to be delivered. I wasn’t left wanting even with the plain xtr3’s. I did notice a bit less resolution but nothing major and I actually think the pro was an upgrade from the kahles.

 

[357Max]

Cant speak to the 5-25's.
I've have been shooting the US made XTR3 3.3-18 x 50 next to MK5 3.6-18 x 44 recently. Neither are illuminated.
The XTR3 is a nice scope for 1K. I do like it and will keep it. I think it stands alone at that price point. XTR3 wins for FOV. Clarity is good, and eye box is good.
It's not a fair comparison from a price standpoint. IMO the MK5 is better as it should be. Not drastically, but it cuts mirage better, parallax is easier to dial in and it's more forgiving once you dial out past 200. I like the MK5 turrets better accept for the stupid windage alignment mark. To my eye the MK5 is also a little better in low light.

 

[badassgunworks]

Xtr3 over leupold any day

 

[MDof2]

Anyone able to compare the XTR3 to a 5-25 leupold mk5hd? I don’t compete anymore so I’m looking to move out of the 2k optic and down a bit now that these are street pricing at less than 1300. Is it a big downgrade in any category? It’s going to go on a .308 thst is mostly range shot, occasionally lose a local f class match with

No. Not a downgrade IMO. I've had them side by side for a fair amount of time.
I think the glass is about the same between the two. The Leupold *might* but a tick cleaner but this is subjective to the user I believe. That being said, I take the XTR over the MK5. More forgiving eyebox, a hash mark on the windage knob that is actually functional, and the ability to run the race turret and write dope on the turret. I've got the XTR III in both 5-25 and 3-18 and think they're a great value for the price.

 

[avidflyer]

It’s fine now that I squared it away. My fear was sending it in only to get it back with “it’s normal” note. I would have NOT accepted that response. I shot a stage yesterday and was almost hesitate to dial and just hold because the damn turret was so damn stiff. Yes it was binding that much. Anyway I love the scope and punches way above the price point. I compared it side by side with a Gen 3 and the XTR3 is definitely no slouch.

I picked up four from Camera Land when they got the first batch in, good glass, nice format, but the turrets and zoom ring sucks....called Burris sent one back to see what they could do, and was told thats normal. The mag ring on one of them was so tight it broke a cheap plastic switchview. Burris did pay shipping both ways and sent me 4 metal switchviews for free.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

Now's the time, Burris XTR III 3.3-18x50's Starting at only $949.99 thru Monday the 19th

 

[Cr1775]

MK 5 is better just not by much. Thank you gr8fuldoug i just paid you 949.99 for another EXR III. Just can't beat that price.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

MK 5 is better just not by much. Thank you gr8fuldoug i just paid you 949.99 for another EXR III. Just can't beat that price.

Appreciate the support. We'll get it right out to you.

 

[Drstrangelove]

Question: on my XTRii 5-25, above 20X the glass gets a bit of a cataract; is this still an issue with the XTR3?

 

[badassgunworks]

Question: on my XTRii 5-25, above 20X the glass gets a bit of a cataract; is this still an issue with the XTR3?

No longer a issue

 

[Birddog6424]

Question: on my XTRii 5-25, above 20X the glass gets a bit of a cataract; is this still an issue with the XTR3?

I was shooting at a 10" plate at 1310 yards this past Saturday with some buddies.

The clarity on the target was very nice on 30x, even with a bit of mirage.

 

[Hkmiller]

I was shooting at a 10" plate at 1310 yards this past Saturday with some buddies.

The clarity on the target was very nice on 30x, even with a bit of mirage.

How do you get 30X with a 25x scope?

 

[screaminweasil]

How do you get 30X with a 25x scope?

He's talking about the 5.5-30x XTR3...............obviously

 

[Birddog6424]

How do you get 30X with a 25x scope?

 

[Sogan]

What height rings are you all running on a bolt gun for the XTR III illuminated 3.3-15x50? I’m using 1” NF rings for my XTRIII 5.5-30x56. NF lowest is 1” but I know seekins and others go lower as well

 

[Baron85]

I was running around 1.2” but moved it to my AR. I am currently moving most of my scopes to 1.5” rings to get a more vertical head position.

 

[Big Timber]

I was using ARC low rings (0.94") on a rifle with a heavy palma barrel.

 

[gopherslayer]

What height rings are you all running on a bolt gun for the XTR III illuminated 3.3-15x50? I’m using 1” NF rings for my XTRIII 5.5-30x56. NF lowest is 1” but I know seekins and others go lower as well

Seekins low clear on my 50mm XTRIIs while slumming EGW 25moa rail. Straight taper barrel.

 

[Sogan]

Illuminated models, SCR MOA really thicker than SCR2 MIL? Is it actually noticeable or still a little to thin?

 

[Cluggins]

I recently purchased 2 of the XRT3 3-18 from Camera Land. On one the turrets, parallax, and mag ring are all perfect. The other one everything was noticeable tighter, almost to the point of uncomfortable. Now after several turns of each turret and mag ring it is starting to get better, not as good as the other scope but nothing to complain about. Both scopes the reticles are very crisp, eye box is nice, and thus far I am very pleased with the optical quality.

I bought one from them at about the same time. The mag ring on mine is ridiculously stiff. I was also surprised that the center of the reticle is useless below about 7X. I think the glass is good, not great. It doesn't process low light as well as my Burris Droptine 4.5-14x42. I haven't dialed it through the paces, but getting it sighted in, it behaved as expected. For me, it rates would not buy again.

 

[Lightning8]

I bought one from them at about the same time. The mag ring on mine is ridiculously stiff. I was also surprised that the center of the reticle is useless below about 7X. I think the glass is good, not great. It doesn't process low light as well as my Burris Droptine 4.5-14x42. I haven't dialed it through the paces, but getting it sighted in, it behaved as expected. For me, it rates would not buy again.

Look forward to seeing it on the sale area as the Cameraland deals are long gone on XTRIII

 

[tam4511]

Has anyone put a 3.3-18 behind a thermal clip on? How does the scr and scr2 reticle look at 6-8x? Considering one for a 308 thermal host



The scr2 reticle in my 5.5-30 is useless untill about 12x and the scr2 reticle in my old rt15 was completely useless at even max power.

 

[JohnCarter17]

Look forward to seeing it on the sale area as the Cameraland deals are long gone on XTRIII

Only if you can't use a browser (SCR Mil 201200, SCR MOA 201201):

Burris Store | Camera Land NY

cameralandny.com

 

[Hkmiller]

Only if you can't use a browser (SCR Mil 201200, SCR MOA 201201):

Burris Store | Camera Land NY

cameralandny.com

 

[Golfnut721]

Does anyone know if I can get the non capped windage turret for the illuminated 5.5-30 xtr3. Would prefer to have it non capped with your standard turret. But was told they don’t make it for the illuminated models.

 

[Baron85]

I read somewhere that the non illuminated turret will work on the newer illuminated scopes. I have one I’m not going to use. Pm me, we can work something out.

 

[Hkmiller]

Does anyone know if I can get the non capped windage turret for the illuminated 5.5-30 xtr3. Would prefer to have it non capped with your standard turret. But was told they don’t make it for the illuminated models.

My xtr3 came with exposed windage turret, It also came with cap in box if I wanted to cap. Contact Doug at Camerland. He will take care of you.

 

[Baron85]

The original xtr3’s came with capped or exposed, the newer illuminated ones only come with the capped windage turrets.

 

[Hkmiller]

The original xtr3’s came with capped or exposed, the newer illuminated ones only come with the capped windage turrets.

Incorrect. My new 3 illuminated has exposed, not capped. New stock must have been changed. Camerland has new stock.

 

[Baron85]

Interesting. So do the new stock have the option for capped as well? The capped windage was a big plus for me and I was about to order another 5-30.

Apologize for spreading bad information, I will contact Burris today to verify then edit my post.

 

[Hkmiller]

Interesting. So do the new stock have the option for capped as well? The capped windage was a big plus for me and I was about to order another 5-30.

Apologize for spreading bad information, I will contact Burris today to verify then edit my post.

A windage cap is included in the scope box so you can cap if you want.

 

[Baron85]

Ok, so it does not have the dedicated large exposed windage turret that matches the elevation turret? The original xtr3’s came with a small windage turret that could be capped or you could remove the small capped turret and replace it with a large windage turret that matched the elevation turret and could not be capped.

Here is a picture of the original non capped turret that came with the originals.

 

[Hkmiller]

Ok, so it does not have the dedicated large exposed windage turret that matches the elevation turret? The original xtr3’s came with a small windage turret that could be capped or you could remove the small capped turret and replace it with a large windage turret that matched the elevation turret and could not be capped.

Here is a picture of the original non capped turret that came with the originals.

Correct. Windage is lower.

 

[Bandit31]

Does anyone know if Burris is still doing the first responder program? I’ve tried to reach out but haven’t received a response, likely from the holidays.

 

[Rob01]

Does anyone know if Burris is still doing the first responder program? I’ve tried to reach out but haven’t received a response, likely from the holidays.

When I asked I was told it is through Expertvoice. They don't do direct. Also if going through Expertvoice don't plan to get the whole catalog of Burris as they only have some of the products from time to time. I was looking for a Pro a few months back and they didn't have them there and I tried contacting the person at Burris who handles Expertvoice about if they were going to be available through Expertvoice again and never got him to pick up his phone or return my call. I called more than a dozen times and left messages. Guess he doesn't speak with the public. So sign up and see if they have what you want. If not then go look at Liberty Optics as they have prices almost at Expertvoice level.

 

[Bandit31]

When I asked I was told it is through Expertvoice. They don't do direct. Also if going through Expertvoice don't plan to get the whole catalog of Burris as they only have some of the products from time to time. I was looking for a Pro a few months back and they didn't have them there and I tried contacting the person at Burris who handles Expertvoice about if they were going to be available through Expertvoice again and never got him to pick up his phone or return my call. I called more than a dozen times and left messages. Guess he doesn't speak with the public. So sign up and see if they have what you want. If not then go look at Liberty Optics as they have prices almost at Expertvoice level.

Thanks Rob. I have ExpertVoice and saw the price of the XTR3i and Pro’s being teased shortly after they were released but they quickly disappeared and I haven’t seen them pop up. I did also see what Scott had to offer but wasn’t sure if the price in the cart was going to be the end price. I’ll probably purchase through Liberty Optics when I’m ready to buy, unless they pop back up on EV. Just window shopping now.

 

[Rob01]

Thanks Rob. I have ExpertVoice and saw the price of the XTR3i and Pro’s being teased shortly after they were released but they quickly disappeared and I haven’t seen them pop up. I did also see what Scott had to offer but wasn’t sure if the price in the cart was going to be the end price.

Yeah I have seen the XTRIIIi pop up but Liberty Optics price was close to the same and the Expertvoice scope dropped off as you said. The cart price is the end price at Liberty but you can PM Scott and see what he says.

 

[Bandit31]

For those interested, Burris’s first responder program is only on ExpertVoice, like Rob mentioned. The individual at Burris that got back to me also mentioned that what is on EV is based on Burris’s inventory.

 

[Rob01]

Was it the Burris person in charge of Expertvoice or just a customer service rep?

 

[Bandit31]

Was it the Burris person in charge of Expertvoice or just a customer service rep?

I’m assuming just a tech rep. Their name was Alex.

 

[Rob01]

Thanks. I wrote the guy off months ago after all the times I tried to contact him so even forgot his name at this point. Lol was just wondering. Thanks.

 

[Drbobinmo]

Stinks that Burris no longer includes the non-capped larger windage turret. Called them today to see about getting one and they do not have anymore.

If anyone has one they don’t want I’d be happy to buy it from you.

 

[MDof2]

Stinks that Burris no longer includes the non-capped larger windage turret. Called them today to see about getting one and they do not have anymore.

If anyone has one they don’t want I’d be happy to buy it from you.

Anymore, as in out of stock, or no producing them, anymore?

 

[Drbobinmo]

Anymore, as in out of stock, or no producing them, anymore?

From what I understood, not producing them anymore. Will only have capped windage turrets.

 

[Sullypants1]

From what I understood, not producing them anymore. Will only have capped windage turrets.

My XTR3i 5.5-30x56 came last week and has both capped and exposed windage turrents included. Capped installed, exposed sitting in the box. Has a slot in the foam and everything. My friend bought one earlier this year and it didn't come with an exposed turret but did ship with a throw lever?