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Switching from SFP to FFP. Considering the Leupold VX5 3-15X44.
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<blockquote data-quote="FlatCat" data-source="post: 1951181" data-attributes="member: 114762"><p>I'm planning on getting a new scope for backcountry hunting, as I'm going on my first Elk hunt this October. Currently I use a 2.5X10 scope with a BDC reticle and I am looking for something with a little more magnification and would like to try a first focal plane scope for more precise shots. I've done a fair amount of research and it seems that a lot of people like the Leupold VX5 3-15X44 as it is great glass, has ample amount of magnification, and isn't super heavy. The illuminated firedot reticle sounds like a great feature too.</p><p></p><p>My only concern is going from a second focal plane scope to a first focal plane. I don't have any experience with dialing for elevation or windage and am slightly concerned that it would be much to fool around with in the field or take too long to get on target. However, plenty of hunters use and prefer FFP scopes so it likely isn't that big of deal. Has anyone moved to a FFP scope and wish they hadn't?</p><p></p><p>Any other considerations about FFP vs SFP I should think about. Any other FFP scopes I should check out before making a decision?</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="FlatCat, post: 1951181, member: 114762"] I'm planning on getting a new scope for backcountry hunting, as I'm going on my first Elk hunt this October. Currently I use a 2.5X10 scope with a BDC reticle and I am looking for something with a little more magnification and would like to try a first focal plane scope for more precise shots. I've done a fair amount of research and it seems that a lot of people like the Leupold VX5 3-15X44 as it is great glass, has ample amount of magnification, and isn't super heavy. The illuminated firedot reticle sounds like a great feature too. My only concern is going from a second focal plane scope to a first focal plane. I don't have any experience with dialing for elevation or windage and am slightly concerned that it would be much to fool around with in the field or take too long to get on target. However, plenty of hunters use and prefer FFP scopes so it likely isn't that big of deal. Has anyone moved to a FFP scope and wish they hadn't? Any other considerations about FFP vs SFP I should think about. Any other FFP scopes I should check out before making a decision? [/QUOTE]
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