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<blockquote data-quote="John Burns" data-source="post: 307531" data-attributes="member: 2164"><p>Hogghead,</p><p></p><p>The new VX-3 has the same dual bias spring setup as the MK IV so there is no difference in tracking between these scopes. The VX-3 has some lens coating upgrades so for hunting I think it is a much better choice. I also prefer the smaller turrets.</p><p></p><p>The issue with the VX-3 or MK IV 8.5-25 x 50mm is the lack of a good reticle with MOA windage hash marks. I think it is very important to have the ability to use reticle hold off for windage in a hunting optic.</p><p></p><p>I prefer the 4.5-14x50mm for hunting. I have the reticle put in the second focal plane so I want to always be able to use max zoom to keep my reticle substentions right.</p><p></p><p>20X or 25X is too much in many hunting situations and unless you use a first focal plane reticle you will have to do more mental calculations if you have to reduce the zoom because of mirage, snow, fog, rain or low light. I have conclusively proven I am not so good at mental calculations while there is a big bull in front of me.</p><p></p><p>I was shooting prairie dogs last night from 650yds to 725yds and had no problem aiming at them with 14X. I had a bigger pile of empty brass than dead prairie dogs but it was not because of the scope magnification. I was sure I was on them when I closed my eyes and jerked the trigger.</p><p></p><p>I was alone and was able to spot most of the impacts shooting a 7mm 180@3000fps in a 10.5lb gun without a brake. I can not do that with anymore magnification than 15X.</p><p></p><p>Jon,</p><p></p><p>Having gone thru the process of getting a new reticle put in the Leupold optic I can attest to length of the process.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Having been a machinist for a few years I always adjust in only one direction. No matter who made the scope I like to move the erector tube by pushing it with the turret. I don't like to rely on the erector spring to move the erector to the turret. I always adjust down and always adjust left. </p><p></p><p>No I don't think it is necessary but it makes me feel better.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="John Burns, post: 307531, member: 2164"] Hogghead, The new VX-3 has the same dual bias spring setup as the MK IV so there is no difference in tracking between these scopes. The VX-3 has some lens coating upgrades so for hunting I think it is a much better choice. I also prefer the smaller turrets. The issue with the VX-3 or MK IV 8.5-25 x 50mm is the lack of a good reticle with MOA windage hash marks. I think it is very important to have the ability to use reticle hold off for windage in a hunting optic. I prefer the 4.5-14x50mm for hunting. I have the reticle put in the second focal plane so I want to always be able to use max zoom to keep my reticle substentions right. 20X or 25X is too much in many hunting situations and unless you use a first focal plane reticle you will have to do more mental calculations if you have to reduce the zoom because of mirage, snow, fog, rain or low light. I have conclusively proven I am not so good at mental calculations while there is a big bull in front of me. I was shooting prairie dogs last night from 650yds to 725yds and had no problem aiming at them with 14X. I had a bigger pile of empty brass than dead prairie dogs but it was not because of the scope magnification. I was sure I was on them when I closed my eyes and jerked the trigger. I was alone and was able to spot most of the impacts shooting a 7mm 180@3000fps in a 10.5lb gun without a brake. I can not do that with anymore magnification than 15X. Jon, Having gone thru the process of getting a new reticle put in the Leupold optic I can attest to length of the process. Having been a machinist for a few years I always adjust in only one direction. No matter who made the scope I like to move the erector tube by pushing it with the turret. I don’t like to rely on the erector spring to move the erector to the turret. I always adjust down and always adjust left. No I don’t think it is necessary but it makes me feel better. [/QUOTE]
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