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Why FFP versus SPF?
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<blockquote data-quote="kcebcj" data-source="post: 855632" data-attributes="member: 10391"><p>Oh yeah when I first peeked through a FFP scope did not like it. Did a lot of research on this site and talked with knowledgeable people and decided to give one a try. I purchased a Vortex HSLR 4-16 and have about 300 rounds downrange using it. Was shooting today at 800 yards 4" bull and with the XLR reticle could see the bull clearly. Very busy reticle but am adapting.</p><p> </p><p> The main reason I choose the HSLR was to get the capped windage turret and with the FFP holding off for wind is a simple process no matter what the power range. I usually dial all my shots but have slowly started practicing with the holdover and it is good. I can see the holdover being very effective out to 400-500 yards with practice, no farther though. I use a range finder and don't plan to range with the reticle.</p><p> </p><p> You are right about the thin cross hair at the lowest power but have found with mine if set at around 5 or just off the bottom the hair is very clear even in low light and will work in the dim timber. At 16 power I don't find the reticle too heavy now that I'm getting used to the look.</p><p> </p><p> We are all different and a scope is just a tool. You need to pick a scope with an open mind to fit your style of hunting or target shooting. Still in the learning process but so far happy with a FFP scope.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="kcebcj, post: 855632, member: 10391"] Oh yeah when I first peeked through a FFP scope did not like it. Did a lot of research on this site and talked with knowledgeable people and decided to give one a try. I purchased a Vortex HSLR 4-16 and have about 300 rounds downrange using it. Was shooting today at 800 yards 4" bull and with the XLR reticle could see the bull clearly. Very busy reticle but am adapting. The main reason I choose the HSLR was to get the capped windage turret and with the FFP holding off for wind is a simple process no matter what the power range. I usually dial all my shots but have slowly started practicing with the holdover and it is good. I can see the holdover being very effective out to 400-500 yards with practice, no farther though. I use a range finder and don't plan to range with the reticle. You are right about the thin cross hair at the lowest power but have found with mine if set at around 5 or just off the bottom the hair is very clear even in low light and will work in the dim timber. At 16 power I don't find the reticle too heavy now that I'm getting used to the look. We are all different and a scope is just a tool. You need to pick a scope with an open mind to fit your style of hunting or target shooting. Still in the learning process but so far happy with a FFP scope. [/QUOTE]
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