Rifle Scopes Premier 5x25,had reticle changed to Gen 2 Mil-Dot

[Lucks]

I just wanted to post my opinion on something. Although, I hear that most people love the XR reticle on their Premier Heritage 5x25, I've never been happy with it. The XR reticle was way too fine (thin) for my taste. Everything else about the scope was great, but that thin reticle bugged me.

So, I recently sent my scope back in to Premier and had them change the reticle from the XR to the Gen 2 Mil-Dot. I must say I love the new reticle. In my opinion it is the perfect size reticle for a 5x25 FFP scope. If I have this right it is 3X thicker than the XR reticle. Also, to me it is not as busy as the XR reticle either, and is easier to mil with.

Just wanted to let y'all know my experience in case anyone else was debating returning their scope and having the reticle changed, or just purchasing a 5x25 new with the now available Gen 2 Mil-Dot reticle. It took 9 days from the day I sent my scope in to have the reticle changed and have the scope back in my hands. They also upgraded the clickers and put beefier lever-locks for zeroing on the scope while they had it. I even got a courtesy call from Paul on about day 6 telling me my scope was in the mail back to me and apologizing it took so long! Needless to say I am very happy with Premiers customer service and them getting my scope back to me so quickly.

 

[427Cobra]

Re: Premier 5x25,had reticle changed to Gen 2 Mil-Dot

I glad you posted this, my 5-25 is inbound, it's great to hear that after the purchase customer service is good.

 

[Impact]

Re: Premier 5x25,had reticle changed to Gen 2 Mil-Dot

good to know

 

[zenghost]

Re: Premier 5x25,had reticle changed to Gen 2 Mil-Dot

I've never dealt with Premier, but this is some of the stuff from which great reputations are built (keeping in mind their reputation seemed pretty darn good anyways).

 

[ALMAORFE]

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Good to know man thanks for the post. I'm not liking the XR either. I'm gonna send mine back after the holidays for the gen 2.

 

[Mag 300]

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Great to know that Customer Service is alive and well.
Bill

 

[Tuna921]

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I sent two of mine in for the clicker upgrade and it was a same day turn around.....Plus 1 for PH

 

[Jerry R]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: tuna921</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I sent two of mine in for the clicker upgrade and it was a same day turn around.....Plus 1 for PH </div></div>

Outstanding! Sounds as if someone has some free time on their hands.

 

[Bluejazz]

Re: Premier 5x25,had reticle changed to Gen 2 Mil-Dot

Lucks,
I thought the Gen 2 mil dot was only availible on the 3x15 ?
Please send me a PM on what it cost you if you don't mind.

 

[Lucks]

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My understanding is they've only had the Gen 2 mil-dot for the 5x25 available in new scopes and upgrades for just a couple of weeks now.

Here's a link to a post about the pricing....

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...682#Post1340682

 

[ALMAORFE]

Re: Premier 5x25,had reticle changed to Gen 2 Mil-

Sorry for not being clear but I have the 3-15 with the XR. The OP has the 5-25 so maybe he can clarify.

 

[Lucks]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ALMAORFE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sorry for not being clear but I have the 3-15 with the XR. The OP has the 5-25 so maybe he can clarify. </div></div>

I bet you can have the 3x15 reticle changed as well. I assume since they have been making the 3x15 with the XR or the Mil-Dot reticle for quite a while now that they would probably have both reticles available to switch out in a 3x15. I'd just give Premier a call and ask....

My friend has a 3x15 with the Mil-Dot reticle in it, and it is sweet. If I had the 3x15 (I only have the 5x25) I'd want the Mil-Dot reticle over the XR as well. Again, that's just my preference... nothing wrong with the XR reticle.