Rifle Scopes Leupold MK6 1-6x (TMR or CMR) vs Swarovski 1-6x BRT ?? Defense, 3gun & hunting use.

[DL32]

I would love to hear people's thoughts on the scopes above.

On the Leupold, I especially would love to hear from people who bought the TMR-D reticle. Is it bright? How is the glass in low light? Could it be used at night under a full moon?

Thank you ahead.

 

[33shooter]

The TMR-D would work very well for 3-gun. I've seen both the CMR and TMR and they are both very nice reticules. The TMR is a little brighter and acts more like a dot on 1x. The glass is exceptional and I think the TMR-D is the best 1-6x on the market. It's fantastic! I've also looked through Swaro's and they have great glass and a super bright dot. I like the Leupold better, it's a better overall scope to me and it can be had cheaper. I cannot speak to any of them for use in low or no light, though I would think the glass would be able to gather enough light to be useful. I don't think you can go wrong with any of them.

 

[sititunga]

Is the CMR reticle bullet specific?

 

[DL32]

Thank you 33shooter.

 

[plong]

CMR Bullet specific? Yes, and comes in 7.62 and 5.56 (62gr) versions

If the TMR dot is brighter on 1x then I'm really impressed! I have the CMR-W 5.56 and its very bright, as bright as I'd want, even in full sun as I had the chance to finally find out Monday afternoon.

 

[Cross C]

The eyebox on the Swaro is so comfortable. The Khales 1-6 should be similar with a more rugged/different exterior. I have no issues with the Swaro at 1x as it is a true 1x along with brilliant sharpness and color at the higher power ranges.

I wish they would put a BT on it or some kind of elevation turret.

 

[CSTactical]

The glass on the Leupold is very nice and looks great in lowlight environments, I will say the glass in the Swarovski a little better. Leupold’s turrets and the TMR make the MARK 6 really shine. Whatever one you go with you will be happy with. As Cross C said the eye-box on the Swarovski is very comfortable and softer on the eye. You may also what to look at the Kahles 1-6x they are very well made.

We also stock them all so if we can be of any help let me know.


Mike @ CST

 

[CharlieB]

I've noticed that the Swaro's glass is 24mm while the Leupold's 20mm. That's quite a difference especially when you consider that the Swarovski's overall diameter of 30mm compared to Leupold's 34mm. Both scopes have a reputation for ruggedness and there's only a very small weight difference in favor of the Swaro. Does anyone know how they compare pricewise?

 

[smschulz]

I have both and echo Mike's analysis. Swaro has better glass but the Leupy has better turrets.

 

[Singlestack_Wonder]

Does anyone has a reticle picture of the illuminated TMR-D in bright sunlight?

Thanks in advance!

 

[RG in Idaho]

Does anyone has a reticle picture of the illuminated TMR-D in bright sunlight?

Thanks in advance!

I'm looking for the same pic at 1x...

 

[Scooter64]

phone camera @1x & 6x

 

[sititunga]

phone camera @1x & 6x

That's the puppy to go for! Nice.

 

[355sigfan]

I love my Swaro but also consider the Vortex 1-6. Its a lot heavier but functionally very good and I would take it over any Leupold.
Pat

 

[RG in Idaho]

phone camera @1x & 6x

Thank you!

 

[bm11]

Here is my CMR. Sorry for the shit pics. I am not much of a photographer and shit its hard to take pics and hold a gun.
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In person the brightness is perfect crisp.

 

[gehrm]

Thanks for sharing the pictures. I'm liking the TMR reticle! The Mk6 seems to be getting rave reviews, but I haven't seen one in person yet.

 

[Singlestack_Wonder]

phone camera @1x & 6x

Thanks for taking the time to do this!

Both reticle options for the Mk6 offer true ranging capabilities where the Swaro and Votex have only BDC versions which are well suited for gun games.