Rifle Scopes Torn between NF ATACR 5-25 & 7-35

[j741]

This will be used on a CTR that I'm putting in a KRG chassis and planning to use for my long range rifle. I'll admit that (a) either is much more scope than my skills at this point and (b) I'm probably fine with the 5-25. But I'd like this scope to be a long lived purchase and the 7-35 isn't that much more expensive in terms of % increase over the 5-25. I know my eyes aren't the best so the 35x is really tempting in theory, just not sure how usable it will be. Admittedly another factor is wondering which may have better trade/re-sale value down the line.

Also, in general, are NF MOA scopes any harder to sell/trade than NF MIL scopes?

 

[jaycoux]

I think most folks here tend to favor mil based scopes, but I don't think you wouldn't be able to sell it.

As for the scopes, I'd definitely go with the 7-35. The 5-25 tunnels between 5-7, so you get no benefit from the 5-25 in that respect. It never hurts to have 10x more on the high side to be able to verify targets in certain situations. I see it as a no brainer, but that's just me.

 

[lash]

Either one will be a great scope. I have my desires set upon a 7-35 myself in Mil-C reticle. Perhaps in a year or so, if I can possibly resist for that long. I made the mistake of looking through one to help a guy sight his rifle. I want.

 

[Conrad]

I don’t worry too much about tunneling as I’m rarely on those magnifications for this type of rifle. I think you will still make the shot if you had to despite tunneling. The 5-25 has more travel than the 7-35 so for ELR purposes it may have an advantage, that said I know the amount of elevation for the 7-35 is a great feat by NF. I am curious if the 7-35 is a step up in glass quality over the 5-25, but right now I am quite happy with my 5-25 and MILC. I got it based on more elevation available, but maybe I’ll pick up the 7-35 at some point.

 

[j741]

Thanks for help. This confirms my inclination to get the 7-35 instead of the 5-25. Where I'm buying it I only have option of Mil-R or MOA, can't get the MIL-C. Leaning towards MOAR 7-35.

Also saw other posts on the Vortex Razor HD II for about $1k less but in 4.5-27x so still not fully settled on what I'll buy.

 

[Shortbus6588]

i have both, if i had to keep only one it would be the 7-35, a little brighter at lower magnification, surprisingly usable at higher magnification- super versitile and you wont want for more power. And still over 100moa of internal adjustment.

 

[Covertnoob5]

The 5-25 has more travel than the 7-35

I know the website states the 5-25 has more travel but the 7-35 has way more than listed. Mine has 126 moa of internal travel. Have a 100 yard zero on a 40 moa base with a .308 with 28.5 mils of up elevation from there.


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[Nik H]

I chose the S&B PMII 5-25 over the ATACR. I liked the features better and thought it had better contrast and low light capabilities. The S&B sat on my AI AT for a couple of years.

A NF 7-35 MIL-C now sits on it. I think it is a much different animal than the 5-25 ATACR. It also has a lot more travel than what they advertise. I haven't had an opportunity to run a tall target box test yet but it seems to be spot on at 600 yards which is the longest range within a reasonable distance from me. The MIL-C reticle is pure genius and it is really nice to have the extra top end magnification when you need it and can use it.

 

[Jeffd]

7-35 for anything over 308.

 

[j741]

I bought both the 7-35 and the Razor HD II 4.5-27. This way I can decide for myself which I like better and then I'll sell the other one. Glad to have holidays from work and about 2 weeks to play around with the scopes.

 

[wareagle700]

I bought both the 7-35 and the Razor HD II 4.5-27. This way I can decide for myself which I like better and then I'll sell the other one. Glad to have holidays from work and about 2 weeks to play around with the scopes.

I think you'll keep the NF.

I recently went with the ATACR 5-25 for a new long range optic. I rarely dial to 25X or higher anyway, unless shooting paper from a bench, so I figured the 5-25 would be a better fit for me. I haven't found myself wanting more.

 

[DetroitRearView]

Had the 5-25 mil-r on my AXMC, replaced it with the 7-35 Mil-c. 7-35 - the 30-35 power is surprisingly usable and the reticle for me is just perfect. As already mentioned, more elevation available. I set my Zero stop a mil below my 300 Norma barrel, as one of my .338 barrels require a lower zero. Makes for easy swapping and I can stilll dial out to 2200 yds on the 300N. Love the center dot and the .2 increments.

 

[Fenix Mike]

I prefer the 7-35. As others have stated, its just an incredible piece of glass and actually usable in the upper power range! I shoot it to a mile on my 300 win and while I haven't had to dial more than 17 mils, its nice to have in case I push further. Parallax also goes down to 10m which is nice.

 

[Tazman]

Just my opinion but I had a new NF F1 and the reticle is to big for long range work. The MOAR-T is fine but until that one is released, I would use a RZR Gen 2. JMHO.

 

[Fenix Mike]

Just my opinion but I had a new NF F1 and the reticle is to big for long range work. The MOAR-T is fine but until that one is released, I would use a RZR Gen 2. JMHO.

What were you shooting, and at what distance, where the reticle was too large? I have a 20 inch target with a 8 inch bullseye at 1 mile and it was fine for me...

 

[Nik H]

I have read about the thickness of the reticle and it wasn't a problem for me at all using a 10" plate at 1,000 yards last week. Worth the 3 hour drive to say the least

 

[Tazman]

I am use to the MOAR-T. The MOAR is just to thick for me. I sold the scope and bought another RZR until the MOAR-T is available. We were shooting 1140 yards and it was noticeable to me. Had to keep the power cranked down. Just my experience though.

 

[JS624]

I bought the 7-35.
like everyone else has said why not have the extra 10x.
I also have a gen 2 razor.

 

[Lmatt]

I am use to the MOAR-T. The MOAR is just to thick for me. I sold the scope and bought another RZR until the MOAR-T is available. We were shooting 1140 yards and it was noticeable to me. Had to keep the power cranked down. Just my experience though.

How did cranking down the power help?

 

[Silvan]

5-25 is more than enough.

 

[j741]

well, my 7-35 is now apparently backordered with an ETA of 7 weeks. So much for using it during time off.

 

[Fenix Mike]

well, my 7-35 is now apparently backordered with an ETA of 7 weeks. So much for using it during time off.

That means other people share your desire to have one Bad things typically aren't back ordered, so see the upside in it

 

[Tazman]

The glass is awesome but I with they made the MOAR-T. I have noticed all these scopes are getting heavier even more than my current ATACR versions.

 

[Backspace]

I have 3 5-25s and 2 7-35s. Go with the 7-35. Comparing all of mine, the glass and paralax are better in the 7-35. I also feel like the 7x on the low end is just as usable if not more so than the 5x on the 5-25.