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<blockquote data-quote="Baron528" data-source="post: 1356800" data-attributes="member: 89235"><p>I prefer SFP because it's what I'm accustomed to. I prefer MOA/MOA optics and if mirage is an issue I'll turn magnification down to a easily calculated percentage. Simply divide the max magnification by the power you are using, and then multiply by the max magnification increment. The Sightron S3s I have, for example, have a magnification range of 6-24. @24x the hash marks are in 2 moa intervals. This means at 12x they are 4 moa (24/12=2 x 2=4), and 6x is 8 moa (24/6=4 x2=8). 16x are in 3 moa (24/16=1.5 x2=3) increments. </p><p></p><p>If you're not on max power, yes there is an additional calculation needed and FFP would be faster and easier. In my opinion however, if you are on very low power the FFP scopes don't offer the precision required for mid-long (400+) range accuracy. The reticle is simply too small. If I am taking a shot at game beyond 400 yards, I will be taking my time and doing everything possible to ensure a good shot. I just don't see a benefit to FFP for my uses and how I hunt. </p><p></p><p>Others will disagree I'm sure, but I see FFP as most viable in tactical applications where it must serve multiple purposes from CQC to engaging targets up to 600 meters. Similarly, I'd prefer it for PRS style shooting. Not having to adjust magnification constantly for varying distances would speed up target acquisition and reduce the speed of calculations.</p><p></p><p>The Sightrons are good scopes as CalHunter alluded to. I'd definitely recommend illumination on the MOA2 reticle however. That 1/8 moa dot and fine crosshair get awfully hard to see in low light. I've also heard good things about Athlon optics but haven't used them first hand.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Baron528, post: 1356800, member: 89235"] I prefer SFP because it's what I'm accustomed to. I prefer MOA/MOA optics and if mirage is an issue I'll turn magnification down to a easily calculated percentage. Simply divide the max magnification by the power you are using, and then multiply by the max magnification increment. The Sightron S3s I have, for example, have a magnification range of 6-24. @24x the hash marks are in 2 moa intervals. This means at 12x they are 4 moa (24/12=2 x 2=4), and 6x is 8 moa (24/6=4 x2=8). 16x are in 3 moa (24/16=1.5 x2=3) increments. If you're not on max power, yes there is an additional calculation needed and FFP would be faster and easier. In my opinion however, if you are on very low power the FFP scopes don't offer the precision required for mid-long (400+) range accuracy. The reticle is simply too small. If I am taking a shot at game beyond 400 yards, I will be taking my time and doing everything possible to ensure a good shot. I just don't see a benefit to FFP for my uses and how I hunt. Others will disagree I'm sure, but I see FFP as most viable in tactical applications where it must serve multiple purposes from CQC to engaging targets up to 600 meters. Similarly, I'd prefer it for PRS style shooting. Not having to adjust magnification constantly for varying distances would speed up target acquisition and reduce the speed of calculations. The Sightrons are good scopes as CalHunter alluded to. I'd definitely recommend illumination on the MOA2 reticle however. That 1/8 moa dot and fine crosshair get awfully hard to see in low light. I've also heard good things about Athlon optics but haven't used them first hand. [/QUOTE]
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