NF SHV or VX6 HD???

[Havard]

Trying to decide between the two and could use some advice. I'm looking at either the 56mm Nightforce SHV or the Leupold VX6 HD CDS in 3.5 x 18 x 50. Deciding factors are in this order;
1) low light capability / glass quality
2) tracking capability of turrets
Any input as to which of the two would be appreciated

 

[gr8fuldoug]

SHV's are dependable, track true, have great optics and are very well built. They are also on sale at 15% off this Black Friday weekend
Please feel free to give a call, 516-217-1000, to discuss it
Happy Thanksgiving
Doug

 

[WGTX]

I'm interested in the opinions you get, I've been looking at both those also. I have a VX5HD 3-15x56 that's very nice in low light and a VX6 non HD 3-18x52 that to me is a little behind the 5HD. I haven't really dialed either one.

 

[Rich Coyle]

Nightforce.

 

[K9TXS]

Eurooptics currently has a 15% off Black Friday sale on the SHV Nightforce. Mine is on the way.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

Take a quick Click/Peek here for some Weekend Deals

 

[Frenchie1]

Trying to decide between the two and could use some advice. I'm looking at either the 56mm Nightforce SHV or the Leupold VX6 HD CDS in 3.5 x 18 x 50. Deciding factors are in this order;
1) low light capability / glass quality
2) tracking capability of turrets
Any input as to which of the two would be appreciated

I have one of each and no complaints either way. My NF is on a long range rig and the VX6 is on a lightweight rifle. (the VX6 CDS is in a 2x12 and is pre-HD). Both are crystal clear, work well in low light, and track perfectly. I guess I really didn't help you out here other than saying I don't think you can go wrong either way. *Note- the NF is much heavier!!

 

[KurtB]

I've got the 50mm FFP version of the SHV. Really like it and it has dialed on the money.

 

[Bravo 4]

You're comparing a $1000 scope to one approaching twice that. The Leupold is going to have better glass, the SHV isn't bad just isn't gonna be as good. My buddy has a 5-25 SHV and I've been running a newer Leupold with HD glass. As for tracking I would bet it's a wash between the two. The Leupold probably has better eye relief, and is lighter (if that matters). If I were budgeted to the VX6HD, I wouldn't be looking at the lower priced Nightforce. If the higher price is a struggle for you then the SHV isn't a bad scope, but I might be looking for a good used NXS that would split the difference in the twos cost.

 

[Andrew Massi]

You're comparing a $1000 scope to one approaching twice that. The Leupold is going to have better glass, the SHV isn't bad just isn't gonna be as good. My buddy has a 5-25 SHV and I've been running a newer Leupold with HD glass. As for tracking I would bet it's a wash between the two. The Leupold probably has better eye relief, and is lighter (if that matters). If I were budgeted to the VX6HD, I wouldn't be looking at the lower priced Nightforce. If the higher price is a struggle for you then the SHV isn't a bad scope, but I might be looking for a good used NXS that would split the difference in the twos cost.

Lots of good nightforce deals tomorrow.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

We've got your Nightforce deals ready for you. We are closed today but back tomorrow morning and open every day till Christmas. As a long time supporting vendor here it is our pleasure to "meet" and work with you.

Happy Thanksgiving

 

[Bravo 4]

Lots of good nightforce deals tomorrow.

Yep, doesn't make it a better scope just more scope for the money.

 

[Andrew Massi]

Yep, doesn't make it a better scope just more scope for the money.

Yep
I'm extremely happy with the vx6 hd line.
Probably the best happy medium of weight and performance.
Trying to swindle a mark5hd soon to give it a shot

 

[Bravo 4]

Trying to swindle a mark5hd soon to give it a shot

Been running one a few months, give me a shout in a few more and I'll give you my impression of it.