Vortex Strike Eagle Fans Take Note

ashershapiro · Nov 18, 2015

friendlyhippo said:
Law enforcement/military (including retired, reservists, guard, etc.) should contact Vortex directly as they have a substantial discount program on everything they make.

For anyone who doesn't qualify, however, under 300 is a fantastic deal and should be jumped on ASAP.

I ordered straight from Vortex a month ago, and he said it would be 6-12 weeks and I'm 15th in line. Ughh

Maverick0313 · Nov 18, 2015

Thanks!

friendlyhippo · Nov 20, 2015

ironpony said:
A friend mentioned the Vortex deal would save him $10 over this deal after shipping. So it sounds like a good price. I'm not to keen on the reticle.

oh it's definitely a great price; i was just mentioning it for those who qualify and maybe didn't know, and who maybe were considering a different product from Vortex since the discount applies across the board.

rico903 · Nov 20, 2015

A word of caution on OP. I ordered mine in July and was told it would be here in Aug or Sept. I received an email about 3 weeks ago telling me it was in. When I called, the CSR told me they were back ordered until Feb. When I told him about the email I just got 110 min earlier he pulled it up and said, yes mine was in, and I received it about 1 week later. He did tell me that currently they were back ordered until Feb so be prepared to possibly wait. OP service was fine and the price to my door was $293.70. Haven't mounted it yet.

BigMBobbyOP · Nov 22, 2015

For those of you looking at the strike eagle, why do you prefer the strike eagle over the primary arms 1-6?

outrider58 · Nov 22, 2015

Does anyone make this type of optic with a first focal plane at an affordable price? I realize 'affordable' is subjective.

Pinecone · Nov 22, 2015

BigMBobbyOP said:
For those of you looking at the strike eagle, why do you prefer the strike eagle over the primary arms 1-6?

Vortex lifetime, transferable, no questions asked warranty.

Run over it with your truck, and tell them you did so, and they still will fix or replace.

Pinecone · Nov 22, 2015

Typically not FFP. Has to do with the reticle size when zoomed.

BigMBobbyOP · Nov 24, 2015

What kind of scope mount are you guys using on a scope like this? I see the OP mentioned LaRue but I'm not prepared to drop $200 on it. I'm aware of the Burris but has anyone got an opinion on a quality mount for a scope like this which is more budget minded than a LaRue? Preferably QD.

GottaEat · Nov 24, 2015

I had one on a vortex 2" offset mount. Think it was $70 but not QD

BigMBobbyOP · Nov 24, 2015

GottaEat said:
I had one on a vortex 2" offset mount. Think it was $70 but not QD

How did you like the extra offset vs a 1"?

tkd4life · Nov 24, 2015

BigMBobbyOP said:
For those of you looking at the strike eagle, why do you prefer the strike eagle over the primary arms 1-6?

While I haven't handled the Vortex Strike Eagle, it appears that this and the Primary Arms 1-6 is the same thing just with a different reticle. I would bet that these are made in the same factory just different reticles and markings on the tube. The specs are nearly identical.

BigMBobbyOP · Nov 24, 2015

tkd4life said:
While I haven't handled the Vortex Strike Eagle, it appears that this and the Primary Arms 1-6 is the same thing just with a different reticle. I would bet that these are made in the same factory just different reticles and markings on the tube. The specs are nearly identical.

Yes I'm actually liking the vortex reticle better myself

GottaEat · Nov 24, 2015

BigMBobbyOP said:
How did you like the extra offset vs a 1"?

Really can't compare to the 1" since I've never used one, but I like the 2". It's currently being used (PA 4×14) and won't be replaced until I get a more quality optic. I do wish it was QD though.

pwoolford · Nov 24, 2015

tkd4life said:
While I haven't handled the Vortex Strike Eagle, it appears that this and the Primary Arms 1-6 is the same thing just with a different reticle. I would bet that these are made in the same factory just different reticles and markings on the tube. The specs are nearly identical.

I really like the PA also but there are pretty noticeable differences when you put them side by side. I'll post some side by side pics tomorrow. Where you grab the PA to adjust 1-6 it feels cheaper than the Vortex. Also, the only quick throw I can find for the PA is a cheap piece of plastic. I do like the PA reticle better but the Vortex lifetime warranty is excellent.

pwoolford · Nov 24, 2015

BigMBobbyOP said:
How did you like the extra offset vs a 1"?

Due to the size of this scope I prefer a 2" offset when mounting on an AR.

ironpony · Nov 25, 2015

I saw the strike eagle at Nate's this week and like the reticle but the OASize of it is something to consider. just a little larger than my crossfire though. I am happy with the consistency of the Burris PEPR QD. Those should go on sale here soon too.

ashershapiro · Nov 25, 2015

BigMBobbyOP said:
For those of you looking at the strike eagle, why do you prefer the strike eagle over the primary arms 1-6?

Lifetime warranty, and slightly better quality. PA does have a nicer reticle though.

BigMBobbyOP · Nov 25, 2015

ironpony said:
I saw the strike eagle at Nate's this week and like the reticle but the OASize of it is something to consider. just a little larger than my crossfire though. I am happy with the consistency of the Burris PEPR QD. Those should go on sale here soon too.

How does the crossfire compare to the strike eagle? (is it the crossfire II 1-4?)

BigMBobbyOP · Nov 25, 2015

pwoolford said:
Due to the size of this scope I prefer a 2" offset when mounting on an AR.

Thanks, definitely looks good with the extra inch.

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