Rifle Scopes Vortex Viper PST update! (12-21-10)

[Tyris]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Are there any plans for a FFP version of the 2.5-10 PST?

I'd buy two of these as it scratches a particular itch on some hunting guns. The only other option (that I've found) in that form factor and magnification is the IOR 2.5-10 which costs a bit more.

-T

 

[dieseldr99]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

To those who have looked through one of these how would the glass stack up against the Ziess conquest

 

[kurt]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

a guy in devils lake nd said that a vortex sales rep stoped in the local shop last night and left a 6-24 pst at the shop there. Are they getting out to the vendors hands or is he blowing smoke up my ass?

 

[newguy2k3v2]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Are they still on track to be out in a couple weeks?

 

[VortexSam]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

June is a tentative estimate on when we might be shipping them out, but we don't have anything nailed down yet.

We're working to release them ASAP though. Sorry I can't be more specific.

-Sam

 

[Chiller]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Sam/Scott,

Will they handle a .50BMG?

 

[VortexSam]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Yes, no problem.

-Sam

 

[Chiller]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Now all I need is the PST or Razor in that 8-10 magnification FFP for my 16" REPR

 

[SWFA]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Now all I need is the PST or Razor in that 8-10 magnification FFP for my 16" REPR </div></div>

Vortex has said that if the interest is great enough that they would look at offering the 2.5-10 PST if FFP.

 

[Bacarrat]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Why would one need to have FFP on lower power settings?

 

[Crewdog135]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper


Vortex has said that if the interest is great enough that they would look at offering the 2.5-10 PST if FFP. [/quote]

Hmmm... I've got a 4-14 on order now. If that works out like we all hope they will, a 2.5-10 would be just about right for a project I've got in mind for this winter. Count me a definate maybe

 

[SWFA]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bacarrat</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Why would one need to have FFP on lower power settings? </div></div>

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1849107#Post1849107

You are not always using your scope on the highest setting and you are not always using your reticle for just ranging. With FFP you don't have to concern yourself with what power the scope is on, it is one less thing you have to remember or check.

 

[Jon A]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

While I agree on a 2.5-10 or 3-9 FFP isn't <span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-style: italic">as</span></span> important as on a higher power scope, it can still be nice. When hunting in semi-open country I often like to walk around with the scope on 6X so I'm pretty much ready for anything. It's nice to be able to quickly make a shot using holdovers without worrying about having to remember to crank up the power.

 

[468shot]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

A 2.5-10 PST would be great for a ranch gun/AR out here. If they had a reticle that would allow quick engagement at low power and precise milling at high power. Something similar to the USO JNG MIL.

 

[Tactical Rancher]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Are we close enough now to know if the first shipment will go out by the end of the month?

 

[bodywerks]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

No. We'll have a better idea when we get shipment notifications in our email...

 

[SWFA]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper


<span style="font-size: 11pt"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="color: #CC0000">***Vortex Viper PST Riflescope Update***</span>12-21-2010</span></span>

<span style="color: #990000">Vortex is excited to announce that they are preparing to ship some of the long-awaited Viper PST riflescopes beginning the last week of December.</span>

Although this first shipment will consist of mainly 1-4x24 models, small amounts of other configurations will be shipped out also. Vortex expects the variety of available models to quickly ramp up over the next few weeks—and to have a steady stream throughout the new year.

 

[bolloxinaspanner]

Re: Vortex Viper PST update! (12-21-10)

This is me not holding my breath. I suppose February would be nice.

 

[Heltsley]

Re: Vortex Viper PST update! (12-21-10)

Sounds like good news can't wait to see some reviews. I am impressed with the Vortex scopes that I have purchased so far.

 

[shootist~]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
<span style="font-size: 11pt"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="color: #CC0000">***Vortex Viper PST Riflescope Update***</span>12-21-2010</span></span>

<span style="color: #990000">Vortex is excited to announce that they are preparing to ship some of the long-awaited Viper PST riflescopes beginning the last week of December.</span>

Although this first shipment will consist of mainly 1-4x24 models, small amounts of other configurations will be shipped out also. Vortex expects the variety of available models to quickly ramp up over the next few weeks—and to have a steady stream throughout the new year.

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Woot!
I've had the 1-4 TMQC on back order since February. (Not that I'm getting antsy or anything.)

 

[boltstop]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

HOW did I miss this thread? <beats head on desk>

 

[SWFA]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

No worries, we ordered big (early) and will be at the top of the allocation list.

1-4's are coming first with small numbers of the others. We have not pre-sold more than we have on order of any model.

>> Order Online HERE <<

The 4-16 models have 75moa/21mrads of internal travel. The 6-24 models have 65moa/19mrads of internal travel.

All models are <span style="font-weight: bold">30mm</span>, have <span style="color: #CC0000">illuminated reticles </span>and feature exposed turrets with CRS Zero Stop.

<span style="font-weight: bold">First Focal Plane Mil/Mil Models</span>
Viper PST 6–24x50 FFP, .10 mil adjustments, EBR-1 MRAD Reticle $899.95
Viper PST 4–16x50 FFP, .10 mil adjustments, EBR-1 MRAD Reticle $849.95

<span style="font-weight: bold">First Focal Plane MOA/MOA Models</span>
Viper PST 6–24x50 FFP, .25 moa adjustments, EBR-1 MOA Reticle $899.95
Viper PST 4–16x50 FFP, .25 moa adjustments, EBR-1 MOA Reticle $849.95

<span style="font-weight: bold">Second Focal Plane Mil/Mil Models </span>
Viper PST 6–24x50 SFP, .10 mil adjustmensts, EBR-1 MRAD Reticle $749.95
Viper PST 4–16x50 SFP, .10 mil adjustmensts, EBR-1 MRAD Reticle $699.95
Viper PST 2.5–10x44 SFP, .10 mil adjustmensts, EBR-1 MRAD Reticle $599.95
Viper PST 1–4x24 SFP, .20 mil adjustmensts, TMCQ MRAD Reticle $499.95

<span style="font-weight: bold">Second Focal Plane MOA/MOA Models </span>
Viper PST 6–24x50 SFP, .25 moa adjustments, EBR-1 MOA Reticle $749.95
Viper PST 4–16x50 SFP, .25 moa adjustments, EBR-1 MOA Reticle $699.95
Viper PST 2.5–10x44 SFP, .25 moa adjustments, EBR-1 MOA Reticle $599.95
Viper PST 1–4x24 SFP, .50 moa adjustmensts, TMCQ MOA Reticle $499.95

 

[HellsCanyonArmory]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

That mean you guys got a shipment in or not?

Mike

 

[Mn_Shooter]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

I picked up a 700P in .300WM for my latest project gun and this cannon needs glass.

Will the Vortex PST FFP models hold up to the pounding of flinging 200+ grainers's down range all day?

Second, What are the chances for a package deal such as scope, base, rings, caps....

Thanks...

 

[jrob300]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mn_Shooter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I picked up a 700P in .300WM for my latest project gun and this cannon needs glass.

Will the Vortex FFP models hold up to the pounding of flinging 200+ grainers's down range all day?

Second, What are the chances for a package deal such as scope, base, rings, caps....

Thanks... </div></div>

I don't have a PST. I've had a Viper 6-20 and now have a Razor 5-20. Both were (are) just fine. Based on that I'd guess that the PST's will be just fine.

I beat the insides out of a Burris 4.5-14 TAC and 2 Falcon Menaces.

John

 

[EricF517]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Scott_at_Vortex</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Found the thread. Here it is:

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1736584&page=1



A lot of guys keep asking for some through the scope pics. Well I finally got around to it today and here they are. These pics are of the 6-24x50 FFP mil at 6x and 24x.

6x

24x

The production reticles will be numbered 2,4,6 and so on.



Scott



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Will there be any way that they can be ordered without the numbers in the reticle?

 

[SWFA]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

We did get a very tiny portion of what we initially ordered and they all went to back orders.

 

[DernHumpus]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Any idea when the 2.5-10x mil/mil will arrive?

 

[sgtlmj]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

I just got a notice from Midway that my backorder of the 2.5-10 was shipping. They show the 1-4 and a couple others in stock as of right now.

 

[HellsCanyonArmory]

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Looks like the 4-16 FFP mil/mil scopes are 'expected' at Midway 1-16-11

Mike

 

[Tanman]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">We did get a very tiny portion of what we initially ordered and they all went to back orders. </div></div>

Any of the 4-16 FFP MRAD in this shipment? I ordered a 6-24 in dec. '09, but switched it to a 4-16.

 

[muleman]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

ANYBODY know what size butler creek caps will fit the 6-24x50 PST,
I see this has been asked but can find an answer? I'm going to place an order and want to get caps for the 2 scopes I have ordered. Wayne

 

[tickled pink]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: muleman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">ANYBODY know what size butler creek caps will fit the 6-24x50 PST,
I see this has been asked but can find an answer? I'm going to place an order and want to get caps for the 2 scopes I have ordered. Wayne </div></div>

Just for you muleman,

Here is "Show & Tell":

http://forum.gon.com/showthread.php?t=584687&highlight=

40gt

 

[jonaddis84]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: muleman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">ANYBODY know what size butler creek caps will fit the 6-24x50 PST,
I see this has been asked but can find an answer? I'm going to place an order and want to get caps for the 2 scopes I have ordered. Wayne </div></div>

Most vendors on here will know exactly what size to use if you call them also.

 

[DamnDave]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: muleman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">ANYBODY know what size butler creek caps will fit the 6-24x50 PST,
I see this has been asked but can find an answer? I'm going to place an order and want to get caps for the 2 scopes I have ordered. Wayne </div></div>

According to a post from Liberty Optics:

For the 4-16 and 6-24 PST, the best fit BC caps are 16eye and 43obj.

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...050#Post2279050

 

[kgreylgrey]

Re: Now accepting back orders on the Vortex Viper

Does anyone have a 2.5-10x yet? I'm thinking this scope would be about the right power/size/weight for a mid range AR. If you have one, please post some thru the scope pics. Pics at various ranges like 100yd and 600yd and at low and high power would be great!

 

[WusteHase]

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I stand corrected, never seen that on there before. Must be new.

 

[KNIGHT11B4]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WusteHase</div><div class="ubbcode-body">... There is no PST 2.5-10... 1-4, 4-16, and 6-24 are your options. </div></div>

There is a 2.5x10...

http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-viper-pst-2-5-10x44-riflescope-with-ebr-1-moa-reticle