Rifle Scopes SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

#451
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Boomstick308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are other FFP reticles normally thicker than this one? seems like people are always saying that FFP is not going to be good for target shooting since its too thick. But at .05 mil its only covering .18 inches at 100 yds... that doesnt seem unreasonable to me. </div></div>
Quite a few are thicker. Some are thinner. I feel this thickness is a pretty good compromise that fits the power range of the scope very well. While some like the looks of thinner reticles better, you're right--it's hard to think of anything in which the thickness of this reticle would cause any real problems.
 
#452
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

I was excited about other optics, but nearly wet my pants when I saw this. The SS line is truly impressive. Thanks JonA and Lowlight for taking time to post thoughts, pics and videos.
 
#453
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: AustinCQC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">but nearly wet my pants when I saw this.</div></div>

Well, I won't say that I nearly wet my pants... but my brakes were smoking when I stopped going in another direction!!

DK
 
#458
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

Thanks Jon A for all the info and pics on this thing. Enought for me such that I've placed my order (and cancelled my PST 6-24x50 FFP mil/mil that I ordered in April 2010).

Much appreciated!
 
#465
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Grump</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey, anyone know if SWFA STILL has enough in the shipment to cover ALL orders to XX May 2011??? Like to today? </div></div>

I bet SWFA knows...
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#467
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: fan300mag</div><div class="ubbcode-body">realy thanks is done

i new scope ss5-20 will come to mexico,

realy thanks

gus </div></div>

Call the ATF, they'll hook you up.
 
#469
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: super-tac</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: fan300mag</div><div class="ubbcode-body">realy thanks is done

i new scope ss5-20 will come to mexico,

realy thanks

gus </div></div>

Call the ATF, they'll hook you up. </div></div>


SO SO mean hahahahahaha !!!! Good one!
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Aron-
 
#474
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

Jon, will the scope produce a reasonably parallax-free and in focus image down at 25 yards on lower magnifications? I'm thinking of putting one of these on my .22, hence the reason for asking about close range focus/parallax issues.
 
#476
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jon A</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yes, you won't have a problem doing that on the lower powers. </div></div>

Thanks Jon, that made up my mind. Looks like my .22 gets a scope upgrade too. Is it wrong to have 6 of these things on order?
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#477
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Kiba</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jon A</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yes, you won't have a problem doing that on the lower powers. </div></div>

Thanks Jon, that made up my mind. Looks like my .22 gets a scope upgrade too. Is it wrong to have 6 of these things on order?
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Holy crap!!! Will you adopt me?!! ;-)
 
#478
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

Spent 4 hours this morning with the SWFA SS-HD and did a test using the FFS calibrate scope tool.

The process:

1. First mount the 48" level along the target board.
2. Measure from the target to the center of the scope 100 yards exactly <span style="font-style: italic">(used a 100m tape measure)</span>
3. Bag the scope and rifle in so it's secure.
4. Starting with the reticle at the tope of the level click to the bottom
4. Count the clicks, with the SSHD = 133
5. Input variables to the program and hit compute.

ANSWER

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I also tested it shooting it at various mils adjustments using the turrets and reticle together and it was dead on.
 
#481
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That is pretty slick.

What would it display in the Actual Turret Click Value window if it was 132 or 135 clicks?

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"Return to Sender"
 
#482
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That is pretty slick.

What would it display in the Actual Turret Click Value window if it was 132 or 135 clicks?

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"Return to Sender" </div></div>

heh heh
 
#485
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

Does anyone know if I will have any clearance issues with leupold high rings on a Remington 700 with factory bolt handle? My concern is with the bolt handle hitting the ocular. I know it's an easy fix, but if I have to order new rings, I will go ahead and do it.
 
#488
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Boomstick308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are other FFP reticles normally thicker than this one? seems like people are always saying that FFP is not going to be good for target shooting since its too thick. But at .05 mil its only covering .18 inches at 100 yds... that doesnt seem unreasonable to me. </div></div>

I believe that .05 mil would cover 1.8 inches at 1000 yeards.

Still not a big deal, though.
 
#489
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: MitchinOR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If the scope is going to have illumination, I think I would rather have the control on the parallax knob vs. on the objective as long as it doesn't make the combined knob too long. It just seems less obtrusive/cleaner lines. The updated photo with the super chicken knob hopefully is an accessory and not the final configuration. </div></div>

I got one on order, but if it comes in with that super chicken on it, out comes the Krylon.
 
#491
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't hate the "bird head" as my son calls it. I'm getting it tattoo'd across my chest. </div></div>

You wouldn't be the first! Well maybe on the chest you would.

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#494
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Ok, So being a total noob I have to bite on this.
I looked at the web site, but could not find any explanation of why SWFA has the "Super Chicken", "Bird Head" or "Rabid Chicken" as their logo - So come on guys, what's the reason?
 
#495
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Oakfan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ok, So being a total noob I have to bite on this.
I looked at the web site, but could not find any explanation of why SWFA has the "Super Chicken", "Bird Head" or "Rabid Chicken" as their logo - So come on guys, what's the reason? </div></div>It has its roots:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sniper%27s_Badge
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#497
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Redmanss</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Oakfan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ok, So being a total noob I have to bite on this.
I looked at the web site, but could not find any explanation of why SWFA has the "Super Chicken", "Bird Head" or "Rabid Chicken" as their logo - So come on guys, what's the reason? </div></div>It has its roots:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sniper%27s_Badge
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I did not know that. I respect it more now...
 
#498
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

Am I the only one that thinks that its fucked up that a German sniper patch from WWII is on this scope? I know my grandfathers wouldn't appreciate it. Confirmed kills...really, I hope that it wasn't anyones grandfather.
 
#500
Re: SWFA Super Sniper 5-20X50HD

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Am I the only one that thinks that its fucked up that a German sniper patch from WWII is on this scope? I know my grandfathers wouldn't appreciate it.</div></div>

Who cares? The Allies won WWII pretty decisively, last time I checked.

Just like bible verses on ACOGs, any outrage over this will be something being made out of absolutely nothing.
 
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