Rifle Scopes Burris XTR3!!!

[Franko]

I may have made a mistake being impatient. I got a really good deal on an Athlon Ares ETR but ran into an XTR3 with the SCR2 reticle for a very good price. Is the Athlon even remotely close in quality?

I'm coming from a Strike Eagle so both I'm sure are a huge step up but I think I may have made a poor choice.

I originally bought an Ares ETR for a precision 22LR. I sold the Ares because the eyebox was very tight at high magnification. I replaced the Ares with a 5.5-30 XTRIII SCR2 and am very happy with the XTR. The XTR has a much nicer eyebox and the glass in the XTR is better.

I am very happy with the XTR, I don't think it can be beat in it's price range. I occasionally am tempted by thoughts of upgrading to a March 5-42x56 but so far am holding strong...

 

[Chasing3]

@thelaststraw if you got a hook up on good pricing for the XTR3 feel free to PM me your source.

 

[Reload10]

At 20 power how many mil wide is the field of view?

 

[thelaststraw]

FOV at 20x is 10.4mil wide is what was posted earlier...way back at least.

Not sure if that was the 3-18, 5-30 or if it's the same for both.

 

[srt-4_uk]

FOV at 20x is 10.4mil wide is what was posted earlier...way back at least.

Not sure if that was the 3-18, 5-30 or if it's the same for both.

I don't think the FOV at 20x is 10.4 on the 3.3-18....

 

[akmike47]

I don't think the FOV at 20x is 10.4 on the 3.3-18....

He has a point

 

[thelaststraw]

I have no idea personally. I was reading the thread and happened to just read a part with comparisons to a few others like NX8, RZR, etc. That si what value was given and the same as the NF. I believe whatever the 10.4 value is was from a 5-30.

Not my intention to spread bad info, that's why I said it was from a post earlier. Pg14 or 15.

 

[DeathBeforeDismount]

Burris is like having permanent blue balls. Always waiting just around the corner....nope a year, nope 2 years ..........Then by the time they come out with it, they already moved on to the next gen.

 

[srt-4_uk]

I have no idea personally. I was reading the thread and happened to just read a part with comparisons to a few others like NX8, RZR, etc. That si what value was given and the same as the NF. I believe whatever the 10.4 value is was from a 5-30.

Not my intention to spread bad info, that's why I said it was from a post earlier. Pg14 or 15.

It was a joke because the 3.3-18 isn't getting to 20x

And I just checked mine. If the mag rig matches actual magnification, it's 10.4 on each side. Total is 20.8

 

[thelaststraw]

Wow....I slipped on that....hahahah. sorry if I came off a bit defensive. I've learned a lot here and don't want to be a clown spreading bad info.

 

[S3th]

Prior to this visit, I had never shot past 300 yards. Made impacts from 430-830 yards with the more difficult shots being on a life-sized steel target of a Crow at 440 yards. FOV and thin reticle were of benefit.

 

[Chiavettas_Yum!]

Larger numbers like this?

 

[thelaststraw]

I just picked up an XTR3 and had a question on the turrets. I understand they will loosen up a bit and smooth out some. Is it normal for them to feel a good bit different when dialing up vs down?

The elevation is superb dialing down but up is tight and dull I guess I would say. I can feel all the detents but they are not as tactile or lively as going down.

All in all though, a very impressive scope overall compared to what I have currently. I'll be watching for the news on what is in the future holds for the XTRs.

 

[Chiavettas_Yum!]

I just bought the 3.3-18 scr 2 mil. $1127 at primary arms with code save12.

Even though I would prefer illumination or a newer yet undetermined version, $1100 was too good to pass up. I really like my Minox scopes but I also like my 4-20x XTR II for what it is, so an XTR III at ~1/2 the price of a Minox LR or ~1/3 the price of a Minox ZP5 should make the XTR III a good scope at a good price.

 

[thelaststraw]

I just bought the 3.3-18 scr 2 mil. $1127 at primary arms with code save12.

Even though I would prefer illumination or a newer yet undetermined version, $1100 was too good to pass up. I really like my Minox scopes but I also like my 4-20x XTR II for what it is, so an XTR III at ~1/2 the price of a Minox LR or ~1/3 the price of a Minox ZP5 should make the XTR III a good scope at a good price.

I just did the same. Very pleased with it so far, especially for the price. I had just bought an Ares ETR for quite a bit less when I found the XTR3. Initially I was planning on selling it but will probably just keep it since it's pretty nice actually...and illuminated if the need ever arises.

 

[Chickentoast]

Crazy the way these scopes still fly under the radar like they do.

Unfortunately for the industry, the loudest group is the same one that wears camo to the range. Hope it stays under the radar.

 

[beetroot]

I just bought the 3.3-18 scr 2 mil. $1127 at primary arms with code save12.

Even though I would prefer illumination or a newer yet undetermined version, $1100 was too good to pass up. I really like my Minox scopes but I also like my 4-20x XTR II for what it is, so an XTR III at ~1/2 the price of a Minox LR or ~1/3 the price of a Minox ZP5 should make the XTR III a good scope at a good price.

Were they having a super dooper sale or is there normal price really low normally?
That's a smoking deal, by far the cheapest I've ever seen on a scope of this price range outside of a clearance sale.

 

[srt-4_uk]

They were cheaper from Brownells during Black Friday too

 

[Chiavettas_Yum!]

They were cheaper from Brownells during Black Friday too

Cheaper than $1127?

 

[Chiavettas_Yum!]

Were they having a super dooper sale or is there normal price really low normally?
That's a smoking deal, by far the cheapest I've ever seen on a scope of this price range outside of a clearance sale.

The optic is discounted to 13something. With their sitewide 12% off coupon it gets down to the price I paid.

That discount is pretty nice. I tried to add something to my order an hour after placing the order and they couldn’t do it because the box was already getting loaded into a truck.

 

[thelaststraw]

They have had them at the $1300ish price for a while now. Discounts come and go. My guess is they are just trying to dump year end stock. I doubt Primary Arms is among the places people in the market for an optic of this type/class would shop normally.

 

[srt-4_uk]

Cheaper than $1127?

Yes

 

[beetroot]

The optic is discounted to 13something. With their sitewide 12% off coupon it gets down to the price I paid.

That discount is pretty nice. I tried to add something to my order an hour after placing the order and they couldn’t do it because the box was already getting loaded into a truck.

Here's hoping they can ship internationally!
Not keen to wait another 2 years for the local importer to get these in.

 

[D_TROS]

MERRY CHRISTMASS EVE!!

Last weekend had a good time down at the @competitiondynamics Safari Special!

hashtagonecartridgetorulethemall

 

[Adam B]

I just bought one of these to try out, @D_TROS what is red on your elevation knob?

 

[Bangin]

Mmm Burris it is.

 

[RFutch]

MERRY CHRISTMASS EVE!!

Last weekend had a good time down at the @competitiondynamics Safari Special!


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More importantly what is that buttstock?

 

[srt-4_uk]

I just bought one of these to try out, @D_TROS what is red on your elevation knob?

That's the new XTR3.5

 

[Adam B]

I just bought the race dial, don’t tell me I have to buy another dial

 

[Adam B]

I am guessing that is a locking turret

 

[beetroot]

MERRY CHRISTMASS EVE!!

Last weekend had a good time down at the @competitiondynamics Safari Special!


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What is the one cartridge to rule them all?
Must be 260

EDIT: idiot, it says 308 on the trophy FFS

 

[346ci]

Yall teasing mf-ers, I'm guessing illumination.

 

[Doctorwho1138]

Just saw a video on the X-ring YouTube channel. Is this is the prototype XTRIII? It has the red ring around the elevation turret knob.

 

[jhr1986]

We are. And I apologize. We're just having some fun with it.

The curtain pulls back really soon..

My wallet is ready

 

[Chiavettas_Yum!]

We are. And I apologize. We're just having some fun with it.

The curtain pulls back really soon..

From the grainy YouTube video it looks like it may be a switch rather than a button. Since we already know that the illumination appears controlled in the typical manner, what else could that be on the turret? LRF? Nah. What about a switch for a spring loaded mechanism that when slid to the right will immediately bring you back to zero?

 

[Jack's Dad]

Probably they're all just trolling us with an obvious gadget that serves no function.

 

[D_TROS]

hate to go off topic with these annoyin pics...but I figure you guys will appreciate it. Wish I could tell more. As the scope is appearing at more and more matches...I cant not share the love. Cant answer specifics right now just my and my dog doing some rimfire practice this weekend!

Regards
DT

 

[jhr1986]

I like the new knurling on the turrets, mag ring and ocular focus, any idea if that will carry over to the production version? Same glass as the OG version?

 

[Chiavettas_Yum!]

Since pictures and video are out there already, could we get a top down picture wherein we can make our own inferences to what this mystery XTR might be called.

I ask because my “enhance” button is currently disabled.

 

[RFutch]

Well it’s obviously illuminated.

 

[Chiavettas_Yum!]

The mucky mucks at Burris might punch us in the eye if we go that far. It's really close though to rolling out.

I vividly remember a middle school fist fight that involved a clenched fist flying into my eye. I can understand why you’re trying to avoid eye punches…

 

[jzerfoss]

I hope Burris is compensating @D_TROS & @Birddog6424 well... I keep forgetting this optic exists until you guys post about it. You do 99% of the marketing for them on forums.

It might have been said and I missed it but the red isn't going to be the only option is it? I'm guessing/hoping not.

 

[Chickentoast]

 

[Reload10]

Illumination and tool-less turrets. If the turrets are splined unlike NF I'll order a couple for sure.

 

[Adam B]

I for one would love it if they made a less aggressive knurling for the turret

 

[beetroot]

You can zoom in so far on that pic you can "almost" see everything..

Good looking dog

Doesn't show reticle subtensions or explain the turret button.

Think you need to drop some more random pictures/specs.....

 

[RFutch]

I for one would love it if they made a less aggressive knurling for the turret

I'm debating on taking a small file to the tips of the scales to make it little more comfortable. I've done it on a cheaper scope and turned out alright.

 

[Yoteski]

Doesn't show reticle subtensions or explain the turret button.

Think you need to drop some more random pictures/specs.....

The turret button is for when you want a MK5, but have XTRIII money....




Just joking!! I sold my MK5s and use a XTRIII now.

 

[Reload10]

We know there's illumination - can you tell us if the entire scr2 reticle is illuminated or just the main vertical and horizontal like the illumination on the mil-xt? I need to replace my 2 comp optics and if these fit the bill I'll need them asap lol

 

[Neurotic]

So, this new turret thingy won't be backwards compatible with current XTR3's? 12 mrad per rev rather than 10...