Colt 2023 Release "Retro" 4x20 Carry Handle Optic
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- Опубліковано 9 лис 2023
- This "Whats in the box" video shows the new 2023 production 'Retro' 4x20 optic from Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC and Brownells, Inc.
The production quality is great, and the glass is crystal clear. I highly recommend this for someone who wants the iconic retro look of the Colt carry handle optic but doesn't want to pay collector prices for an original.
If you are a collector and have the original version of the Colt optic, this would be a great companion piece in your collection.
Glad to see these Colt-branded optics being sold by Brownell again. As a collector of Colt material, I really appreciate the price point and availability to the AR-15 community.
Mike
Thanks for the comment and stopping by Mike.
Hello and thank you for this video. Can you please shed some light on what other calibers the scope can be used for? For instance, 357 Magnum 38 special maybe even 9 mm pistol carbine so on and so forth. Thanks again
TBH; Brownells retro line products are a great idea and their fidelity towards the original product and everything that came with it makes it even better.
The two companies working together is definitely a powerhouse. I was glad to see Colt involved and it becoming a Colt product this time.
@@thecoltar15resource exactly
This will be perfect for my A1 parts kit build.
It is worth noting that Brownells has been selling this as the in-house "Retro" scope for years, the Colt branding is the only new thing about it
Brownells has stated that this optic release has better glass, lens coatings, and materials than their previous 'Retro' line release. That accounts for the higher price.
Obviously, some may not care about the improvements or Colt branding.
@@thecoltar15resource it’s the same ad copy they used for the Retro as near as I can tell, it’s not totally clear if they mean their Retro scope or the OG Colt
@tigerboy231 I agree that it is possibly the same form. If you look at the one I show in the video, they added the Colt logo information to it.
That said I have a retro and I do really like it, even if it's not changed I'm not super upset with the price point given inflation and the Colt branding. Was planning on getting one
@tigerboy231 I agree. A lot of a potential buyers personal branding preference will probably be the deciding factor most. The original Brownells 'Retro' offerings were a good option at the time that they were available.
Very thorough review. Nice details on all aspects including the paperwork.
Thank you sir!
That's the exact same 4x scope that Brownell's sold as their Retro scope only now its Colt branded for $100 more. I knew something was up when Brownell's discontinued their Retro 4x scope without notice then quietly began selling the EXACT same scope with the Colt logo. Luckily I was able to buy two Retro 4x scopes before they were discontinued and saved $200.
Supposedly the Colt version has better glass and coatings but can't validate that 100%.
@@thecoltar15resource Supposedly, I doubt it.
Great Review, only one I have seen!
Thank you sir!
@@thecoltar15resource I'm a Iron Sights ONLY guy, so when these first came out with the Brownells label, I had zero interest, might have to buy this Colt Branded one just to own and to put in my safe.
@@ar-15techtipsinunder5minut8 that was my motivation.
I love this historic OG optic.lm hoping that Colt will bring back their retro line guns at a lower price point to keep up with H&R. I've seen a couple of the Colt retro guns up close and they looked amazing.
Actually in Japan, you can get a descent later model for arround $200!
Ironcally, only for airsoft..😂
Can you please shed some light on this? I want to mount the scope on a lever action rifle using picatinny rails. Can I do it? Thank you
Nice Thanks For The Video Of It How Does The 4x20 Compare To My Original 3x20 Is It Worth Getting a 4X Too or Is My 3x20 Sufficient 😀
I think it would be worth getting if you want something to shoot with and don't want to tear up your OG 3x20 optic.
What's the price difference between this new reproduction versus an original? like I got an original 3x missing the box but near mint with original leather lense cover for 300ish last year. Are the originals really $400+ now?
I have seen new in the box, complete originals sell in the 600 to 700 range.
@@thecoltar15resource Wow that's a lot, but that's top shelf new in box pricing so that makes since.
Where do you buy it?
Brownells.com
@@thecoltar15resource They don't have it.
@@rustynail246 you might check Palmetto State Armory. They had some a couple of weeks ago.
What is the paralax set at?
50 yards? 100 yards? 150 yards?
Good question. I am not sure. I will see if I can identify that.
@@thecoltar15resource Well, could you identify it?
@@FinalLugiaGuardian I'm currently at work. I won't be able to look until tonight or perhaps tomorrow.
@@thecoltar15resource Ah, OK. Sorry about that. I'll look forward to your response about where the paralax is set.
Watched the video again. 2:28
"Your scope has been Factory adjusted to be free of paralax at 100 yards."
Even at $400, I'd consider it, but the tensioner mars the underside of the carry handle. Pass.
I agree. I always disliked that about the design.
Reintroduction, not retro
400 dollars? Looks like the quality of some no-name scope purchased from a junk retailer. $49.95 sounds more like it.