Rifle Scopes New Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50 Brochure

[jasonk]

As some may have seen, I want to give one of these scopes a try, I've heard from several people that the value is a good one. FFP, zero stop, mil/mil, etc etc for under $2k.

Anyways, I pm'd some questions to Sam@Vortex and he was nice enough to answer all of them for me. Quickly I might add seeing that he's in Vegas for SHOT already and still checking in here. Anyways, he also said they just uploaded a new brochure today to the website (I assume for SHOT) and I should check it out. Figured that some here would be interested.

Jason

http://www.vortextactical.com/uploads/brochure_rfl_razor-hd.pdf

 

[mdmp5]

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Jason,

I haven't handled one of these scopes, but I have heard nothing but rave reviews from those that have. basically, I was told that if you dig nightforce, you will love the razor. I would like to try one of these out one day.

 

[problemchild]

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2k for a new kid on the block scope is a lot of coin.

 

[223ai]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: problemchild</div><div class="ubbcode-body">2k for a new kid on the block scope is a lot of coin.</div></div>

They have been in business since 1986, and it's my understanding that the scope was actually put to real world testing much earlier than the release date. Lowlight's review, the ironclad warranty, the features, and the accessibility of the Vortex folks here on the forum swayed me pretty heavily.

I really like mine.

 

[Chiller]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: problemchild</div><div class="ubbcode-body">2k for a new kid on the block scope is a lot of coin. </div></div>

If you watch the Youtube Video and are familiar with a few of the manufactures out there you will see that not only are there some truly innovative items, you will see the quality of the product.

 

[Adam B]

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The scope is worth every penny, it is on par if not better than all of the scopes I have owned, which were S&B, Premier and USO's.

 

[jasonk]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: problemchild</div><div class="ubbcode-body">2k for a new kid on the block scope is a lot of coin.</div></div>

It's a lot cheaper than the Premier was and Vortex has at least made other scopes before this one, so that argument isn't one that I'd make.

Vortex is a hell of a company, family owned here in the US, listening to shooters, great customer service, etc etc.

Got a question on them, PM Sam@Vortex here, he's the head of R&D and Engineering for them. Even with SHOT going on I'll bet you get an answer in less than 24 hours. Try that with Leupold, S&B, Premier or any other company in the business. Get back to us with the results.

 

[BECKS7]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: adam boynton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The scope is worth every penny, it is on par if not better than all of the scopes I have owned, which were S&B, Premier and USO's. </div></div>What is it about the scope that you find to put it above the others?

 

[Adam B]

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The fact that it offers all the same features as the above mentioned scopes plus the industries best warranty. The HD glass is very brilliant and clear, the clicks were firm and positive and I liked the zero stops even though LL didnt care for them in his review, I like that you can dial in at .05 of a mil.

 

[jasonk]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: adam boynton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I liked the zero stops even though LL didnt care for them in his review, I like that you can dial in at .05 of a mil.</div></div>

I too was surprised this was a negative. I can see his point and for a quick and easy 1 shot zero the clicks are nice, but for us normal range geeks it's nice to be able to fine tune a little more and dial .05 mil (or even less).

 

[netranger6]

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Man, there I was getting bent on finding a used PH...may just have to go this route. And it comes with accessories...woo hoo.

 

[Luvman]

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Hell all this talk about the razor has me thinking about trading my heritage for one.

 

[Sniper6]

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Thanks for posting that!

 

[medbill]

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Wow first I'm hearing about these scopes, great to have another American manufacturer putting out a quality product. I'm looking for a hunting scope right now and will look hard at Vortex.

 

[Derek Myers]

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I was of the mindset........new company.......I spend $2k on a scope and 2 years nobody is around to service it or everyone is laughing that I have one because the shine has worn off. BUt I am kinda turning the corner......the Razor has ALL of the feature I would select in what seems to be a heavy duty package.........along with great customer service. I have pretty much made up my mind that if I am going to spend $2 g's on something its going to be the Razor. Too much not to like.

 

[jasonk]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Derek Myers</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I was of the mindset........new company.......I spend $2k on a scope and 2 years nobody is around to service it or everyone is laughing that I have one because the shine has worn off. BUt I am kinda turning the corner......the Razor has ALL of the feature I would select in what seems to be a heavy duty package.........along with great customer service. I have pretty much made up my mind that if I am going to spend $2 g's on something its going to be the Razor. Too much not to like.</div></div>

Vortex has been around since '86, just growing slowly and doing it right. In a few weeks I hope to let you shoot my Razor so you can form your own opinion.

 

[GunGuru727]

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I just wish they would offer it in a matte black...That tungsten? color does not go with alot.