What Is The Cheapest LPVO Worth A Damn | Sig MSR 1-6x

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    The Sig MSR 1-6x might be the contender for best budget LPVO at this time.
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  • @BrassFacts
    @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +204

    The RT6 also gets brought up a lot:
    I think it's great, but has tint, and a worse reticle (also doesn't come with a mount)
    In all other regards it's very similar, and might have a better 1x.
    The Primary Arms 1-6x SFP did not treat me well at all. I might have gotten a bad one.

    • @BlueLoneWolf54
      @BlueLoneWolf54 2 роки тому +3

      The RT-6 on the Jump Gun works fine, but I'm more annoyed that if you put your head in the wrong place the illuminated reticle can appear in the blackness of the eyebox and it takes a bit of getting used to in order to find the sweet spot. Tint isn't awful, 1x is probably 1.1ish I'd guess. Reticle I don't know enough about to really say one way or another; I get to use it at ~400yrds again tomorrow. Otherwise it's fine; mine's on an Aero lightweight mount. But yes it's going to run you about another...hundred ish dollars depending on mounts and sales. Just chipping in a two cents.

    • @SGTCap1980
      @SGTCap1980 2 роки тому +12

      I'm a big RT-6 fan. I have a broad range of LPVOs including a Swarovski. For the money the RT6 IMO is almost impossible to beat . Bass Pro has them with the PEPR mount for around $350 regularly

    • @SGTCap1980
      @SGTCap1980 2 роки тому +18

      Just looked. Bass Pro has the RT6 with mount for $369.99 right now. Up $20 from last year...damn JoeFlation

    • @BlueLoneWolf54
      @BlueLoneWolf54 2 роки тому

      Also of course my 2 cents is more like 1 cent because I think the best scope I've ever shot through is a misc. Leupold on one of my dad's rifles he got from someone; my other true scope is a Bushnell Trophy 3-9 because that's what my LGS had when I had to replace the 336's creaking terrible old scope after I bought it.

    • @TheGunNerd
      @TheGunNerd 2 роки тому +2

      link to the pack?

  • @PigPharmaceuticals
    @PigPharmaceuticals 2 роки тому +471

    Good to see optics reviews from people who actually use them for what they're intended for. I see way too many reviewers just do flat range shooting and then say "it's great, look how many features it has!"
    Hop's and your content has talked me out of buying a few different products that I thought were cool because of the features on the box. I'd be interested to eventually see a list of all the scopes you recommend in the different price tiers (sub 500, 500-800, 800-1000, etc).

  • @Spessforce
    @Spessforce 2 роки тому +244

    I got the Sig MSR lpvo since I didn’t want to commit to a much more expensive scope if I didn’t like the 1-6x. I really like the low barrier of entry and decent quality.

    • @geebeaux
      @geebeaux 2 роки тому +13

      Yes, if it leaves you wanting, the Vortex Viper PST 1-6 is the next level up. Will not dissappoint.

    • @jonsnow9700
      @jonsnow9700 Рік тому

      For how much? I'm seeing just around $490 for them

    • @cpineo13
      @cpineo13 3 місяці тому

      @@jonsnow9700you can get them for around $250 with the mount right now.

  • @nicks9541
    @nicks9541 2 роки тому +195

    Since Garand Thumb has pretty much stopped wearing plaid I think Brass Facts is officially the new Plaid Dad…

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +82

      I'll take it. Lets stick with Plaid Dad, not Plaid "Daddy" though: shits unwholesome

    • @bravo6959
      @bravo6959 2 роки тому +2

      @@BrassFacts fair

    • @chuckfinley3152
      @chuckfinley3152 2 роки тому +24

      Plad Chad

    • @kalikasurf
      @kalikasurf 2 роки тому +3

      🤯. IM TELLING!!! Sanpai will be very upset by this defection!
      😂😂😂

    • @RavenZ27
      @RavenZ27 8 місяців тому +2

      Flannel Daddy. Geez...get it right. 😂

  • @Icybones000
    @Icybones000 7 місяців тому +174

    Here is the problem with guntubers. As they go up in value and features, everything less becomes budget. Like driving a Ferrari, now you compare everything after that to a Ferrari. Can you get to the same place, same destination, accomplish the same outcome on a lesser vehicle than a Ferrari? Of course you can, but will it feel the same? No, does it make it have less ability to accomplish what you need from it? No, it doesn't. I'm at the point of taking everything from a guntubers mouth with a grain of salt. When you spoil yourself, you create the illusion that anything less is just not good enough. It isn't the equipment you use it is who is using it.

    • @matthewduran926
      @matthewduran926 7 місяців тому +37

      I agree with you 💯 that’s why I stopped watching the big guntuber channels because they seemed to have lost touch with the average shooter who doesn’t have unlimited access and money lol

    • @MrSlayerboy99
      @MrSlayerboy99 6 місяців тому +7

      I was having the same thoughts watching the video. I have some nice optics and some cheaper ones, they all work fine with some being nicer with quality of life stuff or durability

    • @echofoxtrotwhiskey1595
      @echofoxtrotwhiskey1595 5 місяців тому +14

      I totally get where you’re coming from, but Glass is not one those things where you want to skimp. And no, $300 optics are not as useful as $600 or $900 optics. Especially once you step away from a flat range and actually have to find your target, in various lighting conditions and degrees of concealment/lighting.

    • @Semperf11
      @Semperf11 4 місяці тому +2

      I feel you I’m only here cause I got this lpvo in my cart and I’m excited

    • @khaleefspeaks4418
      @khaleefspeaks4418 4 місяці тому +2

      Facts bro

  • @fullm3taljacket
    @fullm3taljacket 2 роки тому +427

    Where doge?

    • @jtraptor7776
      @jtraptor7776 2 роки тому +25

      How did you comment 8 days ago? Vid went up like a half hour ago

    • @MichealOlesonMarshal
      @MichealOlesonMarshal 2 роки тому +40

      This man is from the past, he must be trying to tell us something

    • @joeh9503
      @joeh9503 2 роки тому +13

      Looper?

    • @rifles_up2263
      @rifles_up2263 2 роки тому +11

      @@jtraptor7776 probably got released earlier on patreon

    • @epicfortnitekid8536
      @epicfortnitekid8536 2 роки тому +6

      @@jtraptor7776 as dude above said these videos go up earlier for ppl who donate

  • @RenoMay
    @RenoMay 2 роки тому +36

    VIPER PST gang stays winning.
    I did snag a strike Eagle 1-6 with mount for $150 at psa the other day lol.

  • @GreenOpsInc
    @GreenOpsInc 2 роки тому +48

    Great info! We run an LPVO course and have students show up with a variety of optics. We talk about a lot of things you bring up in this video. Keep putting out great content. Thank you.

    • @Kelvin-H.
      @Kelvin-H. Рік тому +4

      What would you recommend ?

    • @GreenOpsInc
      @GreenOpsInc Рік тому +7

      @@Kelvin-H. Great question, but there are several out there that would meet our requirements for a typical M4 carbine. Just about any reputable scope company that makes an LPVO that has the following:
      -1x6 Power
      -Second Focal Plane - SFP
      -ACSS BDC reticle
      That being said, if your requirements are different, then you may opt for different options. First Focal Plane - FFP typically has better glass quality and is more accurate at distances, but you compromise your use of the LPVO at CQB distances. There are always going to be exceptions as an example we love the Vortex Razor, but it tends to be too much scope for the average M4 along with the Eotech Vudu. We've only seen those in FFP, but would love to see them as SFP options.
      In no particular order we'd recommend the following with SFP:
      -Sig MSR 1-6
      -PA SLx 1-6
      -Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6
      -Riton 5 TACTIX 1-6
      Of those listed, we have found the Vortex to be the least expensive. There are others out there, but our experiences have been limited to the above.

    • @Kelvin-H.
      @Kelvin-H. Рік тому +2

      Thanks@@GreenOpsInc

  • @TerminalM193
    @TerminalM193 2 роки тому +66

    This is spot on! I actually picked up this scope + mount for 200 bucks including tax & shipping on an open box deal. It immediately replaced my PA 1-6X SFP. I find the Sig far easier to manage in 1x and had far more manageable parallax when using 4to6x. I love the lines in the optic window that draw your eye to the center even in lower light situations.

    • @blw4089
      @blw4089 Рік тому

      What's the name of the scope?

    • @TerminalM193
      @TerminalM193 Рік тому +1

      @@blw4089 Same as the one in the video, sig msr 1-6x

    • @blw4089
      @blw4089 Рік тому

      @@TerminalM193 yup. Thank you.

  • @VincitOmniaVeritas7
    @VincitOmniaVeritas7 Рік тому +35

    Just watched the other video you and hop put up about why x10 LPVOs are a terrible idea and it really opened my eyes. Not only it will perform poorly at low light situations and unorthodox positions, it will cause a lot of distortion at 1x.
    1-6X for the win.

  • @ericks1979
    @ericks1979 2 роки тому +61

    SIG's budget red dot Romeo 5 is actually pretty great too. Seen it for $100. They got to be losing money on their budget optics to get you into the brand.

    • @ElevatedAgenda
      @ElevatedAgenda 2 роки тому +34

      They are not losing money.

    • @TheMsdos25
      @TheMsdos25 Рік тому +16

      Just make sure not to buy one from Amazon or eBay. There are a ton of counterfeit Romeo5s out there. Probably where most of the hate for them comes from

    • @bannedbycommieyoutube5time920
      @bannedbycommieyoutube5time920 Рік тому +8

      Even the MSR red dot, which can be had for around $70 is good for what it is. I was shocked by the clarity for the price.

    • @paddypibblet846
      @paddypibblet846 Рік тому +14

      Ah my poor naive little ericks... Lol... For example it probably costs Glock like $125 to make a pistol. So even if they sold it at $250 they still wouldn't be losing money. A lot of the stuff we think is expensive and hard to make is actually rather cheap and easy to mass manufacture.

    • @timunderbakke8756
      @timunderbakke8756 Рік тому

      They aren’t losing money. They pay next to nothing for labor when they get it from slave labor in China.

  • @decline.enjoyer
    @decline.enjoyer 2 роки тому +8

    Your instincts for where to put the camera are obviously good. The wide shot of you tracking the cliff top and shooting is super good. Wish it was straighter, but man is that a good use of space. The very next shot is something I also rarely see anyone try, a PVO behind the optic while mounted on the rifle. This is incredibly useful, even with the YT compression. It sucks being your own cameraman, but in the end it makes you the only one to blame for when it’s done badly, but also the only person who gets the credit for when it’s going well. This video is good, please keep pushing the visuals on these videos. The difference is becoming noticeable.

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +8

      I had a very lightweight, no adjustable mini tripod. I harvested off of a cellphone stand. Sadly I couldn't straighten the picture.
      and thanks. Appreciate it, it's a lot of work to frame things.

  • @ozarkman291
    @ozarkman291 2 роки тому +44

    The pst 1-6 I own has been really great so far especially compared to other poverty glass. Totally agree that clarity and light transmission is more important than some "features". The best feature is functionality.

    • @michaelf.3846
      @michaelf.3846 Рік тому

      My mount came Loose and I had to send mine back after it moved the red dot

  • @Impossibly-Possible
    @Impossibly-Possible 5 місяців тому +17

    300-400 being bottem end budjet is wild these days.

  • @Blvckfvlcon
    @Blvckfvlcon 2 роки тому +36

    I agree on the engagement distance due to glass clarity. I’m still kind of just starting out but on my trips out when I go to 500+ yards it’s rough. 400 yards and below it’s fine but 500+ it shows it’s price tag haha but I love the reticle. Reticle design and price point combined with the included mount, it’s a good combo.

    • @cyphermasq7870
      @cyphermasq7870 Рік тому

      Could you feasibly stretch it out to 500 in a pinch? Or at least hit passable at that range?

    • @Blvckfvlcon
      @Blvckfvlcon Рік тому

      @@cyphermasq7870 absolutely. You could take it to 600-700 with the proper skills and practice. Maybe a like dope card or ballistic calculator for assistance.

  • @stellarpod
    @stellarpod Рік тому +18

    I pretty much agree with all of your points. Nonetheless, I find this scope to be a quite useable on my 16" 300AAC rifle, as it will never be called upon to make shots beyond 150 yards. At the $300 price point, this scope completes a perfectly capable hog gun package, with acceptable optics at the expected ranges.
    As always, thanks much for sharing.
    Steve

  • @CiviTac
    @CiviTac 2 роки тому +36

    I own this scope and it’s definitely serviceable. I would still suggest stepping it up to the vortex pst gen II for not a whole lot more. I own both and there’s no comparing them. The vortex wins in all baseline categories

    • @CiviTac
      @CiviTac 2 роки тому +1

      @Jesse Robinson I had read that somewhere as well. Here’s my hot take: lpvo’s kind of all suck and Eotech with magnifier or acog is goat

    • @Huckleberry52
      @Huckleberry52 Рік тому +9

      @@CiviTaccute trendy ice cold take haha

    • @smartfella7914
      @smartfella7914 10 місяців тому +3

      @@CiviTacMore like arctic cold take, Yeah those are the best optics out there but not everyone WANTS to spend $1000+ on optics

    • @CiviTac
      @CiviTac 10 місяців тому

      @@smartfella7914 pst gen2 can be had under 500. Ppl should spend on something they use to protect their life & liberty

    • @merleboast2436
      @merleboast2436 7 місяців тому +2

      ​@smartfella7914 no kidding. I was like hmm barely more. Then looked at an 1300$ scope compared to a 250$ scope. Yeah i seriously hope it would be better

  • @smithremedy9
    @smithremedy9 2 роки тому +10

    Discovered your channel about 6-8 months ago I think and have really been enjoying it. Definitely appreciate your POU (to quote the ancient lore) focused approach, long term reviews, and podcast like videos too.
    Been rocking PA SLx line scopes for quite a while and making do, but been looking to up my optics game. Got a super salty ACOG for just under 600 and think I lean LPVO still, though time will tell. Thinking about picking up the PA PLx-compact next and then I can hopefully settle for one of the two. Would love to see a review from you on the PLx-c, but you do you brother.
    Keep the content coming, you're doing great!

  • @chancedonohue4743
    @chancedonohue4743 Рік тому +2

    Keep up the great work!
    Most gun-tubers will give any product they are reviewing 2 thumbs up, but you actually give good insight and will call a product out if it’s crap.

    • @SquishyUnit69
      @SquishyUnit69 Рік тому

      You go to tech? Where are some good places to shoot around here?

  • @nnajio
    @nnajio 2 роки тому +18

    Great content as usual. I’d love to see an updated review on the trijicon tr24 compared to all the other options on the market today

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +10

      My review on it (my second video ever)
      basically holds true. The lack of a real reticle is very frustrating.
      But if you want to use a battle zero, and limit yourself to like 250 yards and in. it works alright. and its damn light

  • @ballisticintegrity9741
    @ballisticintegrity9741 2 роки тому +3

    I love the honesty in your videos. That’s some I take seriously so thank you!

  • @ericmacfarlane6695
    @ericmacfarlane6695 2 роки тому +3

    I love this reticle. The large pointed lines really draw your eyes to the center quickly for closer range snap shots.

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      @textme-5732 Рік тому

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  • @TheMikeshannon
    @TheMikeshannon 2 роки тому +5

    Did a review when these first came out because I couldn't find anything on them. There's definitely a few gripes such as the housing thickness, lack of tactile clicks and also lack of ability to reset the turrets. But once you get past that stuff and realize it's still only 3-400 bucks it's really not a bad entry level LPVO. Does give some nice features like coming with the caps and mount. And yes there's an 8 and 10x. The 10 upgrades you to resetable turrets and does bump up to a 34mm tube. The 10 is also double the price but still pretty fair for the market on an entry 1-10

  • @caleblummer7720
    @caleblummer7720 2 роки тому +2

    let's not forget to appreciate the new soundtrack to this BF vid. great review dude.

  • @DevinAlden
    @DevinAlden 2 роки тому +6

    I have a vortex strike eagle 1x6 I picked up for 300 and a Burris pepr mount. Ever since I have had zeroed I haven't had to touch it. I've ran a lot of rounds through it and dropped it by accident, banged it around etc. It's a good option for entry level lvpo and vortex has an awesome warranty

  • @FjordHammer1
    @FjordHammer1 2 роки тому +8

    Honestly, you put out some the best content! By far my favorite channel out there. Have you looked into any of the swampfox optics? They interest me due to price to performance options out there. And there isn't a lot of reviews, or any for that matter, of the 1-6 arrowhead BDC reticle that they have. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to all of us, it has not gone unnoticed!

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +1

      not yet, one day perhaps.

    • @voteholyk
      @voteholyk 2 роки тому +2

      I have the Swampfox Arrowhead 1-10, it is amazing. Great glass, rock solid feature set, was tested by special forces on a Scar in the mountains of Afghanistan for over a year. If it can pass that test, it is good enough for me.

    • @FjordHammer1
      @FjordHammer1 2 роки тому +1

      @@voteholyk I hear that! A former ranger recommended it to me, glad to hear more positive feedback for it.

  • @MagicPrepper
    @MagicPrepper 2 роки тому +2

    I'm running the 1-10 right now for testing. I agree about the glass clarity and the extra magnification not lining up too well. However the 34mm tube does offer decent light transmission. Another compromise.

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +2

      for sure, I'm trying to get my hands on a 1-10x atibal with the very large objective to sorta see how that does

  • @garenosborn
    @garenosborn 2 роки тому +3

    I picked up a viper pst gen1 1-4 earlier this year and for a $350 optic the glass is better than expected. It’s basically the entry level optic used for nra/cmp service rifle competition. The big drawback for using it as a field optic would be the exposed target turrets.

  • @roseprecision
    @roseprecision 2 роки тому +6

    I'm rocking the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8FFP right now, and while it's more that mid range, @$800. The FFP reticle is what really makes it for me.

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +6

      that has a amazing FFP reticle, probably my favorite. The rest of the scope is... okay. But for sure a serviceable option

    • @kellerhopkins3184
      @kellerhopkins3184 2 роки тому

      I got the tango 1-10 … my two brothers got the most recent strike eagle 1-8 ffp …. I’m thinking about switching, I’m guessing you would recommend the strike eagle over the sig 1-10 ?? Or should I just go glx with offset red dot????

    • @MinnoFight
      @MinnoFight Рік тому

      For better or worse, I got the SE 1-8FFP at a smoking deal and have had good results. It’s heavy as hell compared to my old PA 1-6SFP. I think it’s best use is still only up to 6x but if you’re in a stable position the 8x max mag is nice for checking things out

  • @jimnewton400
    @jimnewton400 2 роки тому +8

    I have this optic as well and am considering buying a better QD mount for it. The Tango works for me for the time being but I do plan on expanding my collection in the years to come. I enjoy your videos, lol especially your honesty.

    • @TerminalM193
      @TerminalM193 2 роки тому +1

      Midwest industries makes the best qd mounts I've ever personally used. Well worth its price.

  • @M4tt925
    @M4tt925 2 роки тому +2

    Favorite channel on UA-cam these days. I have zero interest in this optic but found myself watching all the way through just to hear your thoughts on it lol

  • @christopherrobin8134
    @christopherrobin8134 Рік тому +3

    This is why I’m still on the red dot+magnifier train. Quality LPVOs are expensive, and honestly not really thaaaaat durable. You can now get a red dot that is plenty sufficient in all the relative categories for less than $300, and there are good magnifiers in the $200-$300 price range.
    In this price bracket, you are limited to 3x, but that will do just fine in many situations, and if you really need the extra magnification there are more options out there.
    The 1x is just about perfect, and the 3x is great as well. You can remove the magnifier to ditch some weight swinging from target to target, and for use with night vision.
    I think we were a bit too ready to jump on the LPVO default optic train. I do hope more effort is put in to minimizing the downsides of LOVOs tho.

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  • @Winchester360
    @Winchester360 2 місяці тому

    The thing about watching brass facts is I actually have to pay close attention bc he has a unique way of talking about something, I imagine he’s a very intelligent guy. At any rate his opinion is something I do value due to his interesting and blunt honesty when reviewing a product. Thank You Brass Facts I very much enjoy your reviews!

  • @stephenurban9880
    @stephenurban9880 7 місяців тому

    I really appreciate your honest comments even when it might cost you money by people not buying the item.

  • @Flowtickler
    @Flowtickler Місяць тому

    This is a great video! Very well put together, things said in proper orders with justifications. Awesome clips to just very well executed🙌

  • @daviddrago9360
    @daviddrago9360 2 роки тому +6

    For a budget scope, I think it’s awesome, bought mine on sale was able to use a discount code and picked it up for $211.00 shipped. Best $200 scope with mount included and has leveling lines that pair up with mount so you can level it without all the effort. Does the job and has good glass in my opinion for 200 bucks. Has decent reticle, not a big fan of the big black lines.
    I have 2 Steiners so I know what good glass is and over 3k in cost between both. I bought the msr for a build I can beat the crap of it without worry and this thing has been thrown around, in the mud, rained on and slid around in the bed of my truck and this thing is still rockin and rollin. For a budget scope I think it’s the best one. I bought a strike eagle and sold it, not worth it, you have to be perfectly behind it for you to get a clear image without shadow, sig msr is way better and comes with mount.

    • @constitutionalcarpenter541
      @constitutionalcarpenter541 Рік тому

      Thats a quite a deal just ordered one one off primary arms, black Friday sale for 250. Figured for sub 300 bucks with a mount it was probably worth that.

  • @alexdivision4320
    @alexdivision4320 Рік тому +2

    I'm glad I found this video because I had been wondering what to do for a LPVO for my SA58 once I buy the railed cover. Seeing both this optic and the others you've mentioned

  • @iceman27406
    @iceman27406 2 роки тому +6

    not everyone has the ability to drop nightforce and Schmidt & Bender money that will cost more than the rifle you're putting it on

  • @mathewcasasus816
    @mathewcasasus816 Рік тому

    am i the only one blown away with the cinematography of this video!? subscribed and liked.

  • @rickm4295
    @rickm4295 2 роки тому +3

    My Primary arms 2nd focal plane 1-6 is worth its weight in gold. I love it, 25- to 500 meters is owned by me, lol. I dont know why they make 1st focal plane LPVO 1-6 or 1-8....you cant even make out the reticle. 2nd focal plane is awesome on a 1-6 to me. Doesnt get much cheaper than primary arms SFP 1-6...$289

  • @CallMeJack08
    @CallMeJack08 2 роки тому

    At this point I'm about to binge watch all of your video, just for the environment you shoot it. Man, I love the desert.

  • @rolsson1693
    @rolsson1693 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for your in-depth reviews and advice! It’s really appreciated 😊

  • @ms52499
    @ms52499 2 роки тому

    Awesome that your channel is growing man, great stuff as always

  • @TexasGolfer
    @TexasGolfer Рік тому

    Good honest review. I was out looking at scopes last night from the low to high end. Hard to find people that will not sellout and talk honestly about a product.

  • @KrisKrieg1
    @KrisKrieg1 2 роки тому +4

    I've been a Sig addict lately, even though I'm not a huge fan of the M18. I have four Sig red dots, two magnifiers and two foxtrot lights. I love them.

  • @jitk1
    @jitk1 2 роки тому +2

    Pretty well nailed it. I ran one for about a week and personally hated it and got rid of it promptly. But I do see the upsides for it's price point.

  • @TonyAlvestad
    @TonyAlvestad Рік тому +1

    Just wanna say I've really enjoyed your content, keep up the good work! You're a wealth of knowledge!

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  • @notSahn
    @notSahn 2 роки тому

    I love the channel man. Your content is unmatched

  • @matthewlee1373
    @matthewlee1373 2 роки тому +2

    I had to send in my MSR, because black flakes were bouncing around inside the scope body and obscuring the reticle. The replacement unit had a dented tube, which I promptly sent back. Third scope was GTG, but I wasn't a fan of the eyebox and clarity. Loved the reticle, tho. Sold it and bought an RT6.

  • @userJohnSmith
    @userJohnSmith 2 роки тому +2

    I'm an optical engineer, if the pupil at the target (exit) side is 24mm you can only magnify 3-4x before you're sending less light than your pupil is designed for. You can goose this a little further but past ~6x, if you don't open up the exit pupil, all you're doing is making things larger, not clearer. Brass is on point here, if you want more that means bigger lenses (more material and smaller lot sizes), more machine time for the housing, and significantly greater engineering investment because you can't let theoretical optical performance go to crap at higher magnification ratios (because now you're filling the shooter's pupil... there's some deep wave/particle physics involved here, look up f/number of you want a laymen's version). 1-6x is about all I'd recommend unless the business end gets larger.

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +3

      I have a pretty big video that im in the scripting stages of discussing the math behind exit pupil, the physics need for a 1x. And how fundamentally a 10x or even 8x lpvo don't actually make sense as the design criteria are at odds with the physics of the scope

    • @userJohnSmith
      @userJohnSmith 2 роки тому +1

      @@BrassFacts Nice. More of this stuff needs to be out there.

  • @DesertPunks
    @DesertPunks Рік тому

    This channel has been so valuable to me and I'm only 2 videos in lmao, great stuff!

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  • @davidhenry7484
    @davidhenry7484 Рік тому +1

    So much useful info! I really appreciate it! Hope u get to that 100k mark soon!

  • @katarjin
    @katarjin 2 роки тому +1

    First off, just found you today looking for my next add on for my AR-15 and I like what I saw so far. (wherever you are looks nice, the plants make me think of Texas)
    Second I really like how you are realistic about this and not over or underselling it, helps new shooters like me who are kinda overwhelmed by all the gear that goes with shooting. (only had my rifle for a few months and not done much shooting, work needs to chill out for a bit)

    • @bravo6959
      @bravo6959 Рік тому

      He’s actually in Utah of all places

  • @Brimwald
    @Brimwald 2 роки тому +5

    I know it's out of your price range, but I'd love to see a comparison between the MSR and the new Sig Tango6T 1-6x the military adopted. Interesting that the Army is also adopting a Vortex 1-8x that Garand Thumb is doing a video on this Sunday. Seems like the military is going all in on LPVOs. I wonder how that will go.

  • @sliderofelay
    @sliderofelay 2 роки тому +2

    You should do a the good, the bad and the ugly. Good being the best you can find, the bad being the worst and the ugly being the budget just good enough.

  • @skydivingcomrade1648
    @skydivingcomrade1648 2 роки тому +1

    I appreciate your approach to budget scope

  • @ethan.amosberg835
    @ethan.amosberg835 7 місяців тому

    I love hearing someone talking about glass quality while all the video/broll seen is with the shooter wearing sunglasses.

  • @masonwilkes7000
    @masonwilkes7000 2 роки тому +2

    Gotta be honest I just bought one. Have a few hundred rounds on it using it from 7yds to 175yds and it's been awesome. He is right about mirage and there is fish eye but overall been great so far. Can't wait to see how it does with a few thousand rounds thought.

  • @SKEPTICPROD
    @SKEPTICPROD 2 роки тому +1

    Vortex OPMOD 1-8x is on sale at Optics Planet. Just bought one. That is the diamond tier budget optic.

  • @KidCorporate
    @KidCorporate 2 роки тому +2

    I wish Sig hadn't discontinued the 2-12x Tango 6, a Gen 2 of that scope would've been incredible.

  • @gregorypatzelt6964
    @gregorypatzelt6964 2 роки тому +2

    I just got my sig msr tango 1-6 and absolutely love it. It's my first. I have some experience shooting a strike eagle. For me getting used to an lpvo this is perfect. Once I step it up, I intend on getting an eotech Vudu and an acog.

    • @ifreedoms6823
      @ifreedoms6823 2 роки тому +1

      How do you like it compared to the strike eagle?

  • @Hawtload
    @Hawtload 3 місяці тому +1

    If you're gonna get this optic, I would recommend leaving it at 1.25-1.5x as your default setting
    Going to 1x gives a bit of a fisheye effect, zooming in all the way isn't the best user experience either

  • @sloppymcfloppy5348
    @sloppymcfloppy5348 Рік тому

    Honestly one of the best reviews on this lvpo i have one and this dude is dead accurate on it

  • @TheDrummer1417
    @TheDrummer1417 Рік тому

    I was 5 seconds away from getting the 8x. Took a shot of whiskey and said f it on the 6x. Couldn’t be happier with it. No need at all for 8x for 16in 5.56 ar style rifle. Love this scope/sight

  • @greg6264
    @greg6264 Рік тому

    Brass Facts! You crack me up! Great videos. Subscribed.

  • @joquin4618
    @joquin4618 2 роки тому +4

    Yeah, LPVO are always a compromise… my PA 1-8x works well for the $$$ decent up close and able to hit out to 700 yards. I always have to be mindful of eye relief. There’s definitely better stuff out there. But for practical reasons, a red dot with magnifier would suffice in most cases.

  • @moderngunguy3666
    @moderngunguy3666 Рік тому +1

    always funny when people say things like "no amount of features will save the performance of a scope" actually yes it will and it can also improve your performance..does it always know but can it yes

  • @DM-3000
    @DM-3000 Рік тому

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  • @j6nix22
    @j6nix22 Рік тому +1

    Great beginner LPVO. Something to use until you can outshoot it's capabilities.

  • @brandoneggleston25
    @brandoneggleston25 2 роки тому +2

    Very good job articulating who this is for. As a new shooter who has an Ar for prepping purposes, and who only goes to the range one or two times a month, this should be fine. Ideally I’d want to buy something better but the added cost isn’t really worth it

  • @TexasSurplusPro
    @TexasSurplusPro 2 роки тому

    For a young guy just setting up their first budget AR.. This might be a good new option. Figure you’re buying this to be used as a loaner eventually, and see if you even like the idea of an LPVO.

  • @UnicornMeat512
    @UnicornMeat512 8 місяців тому

    My swampfox was around the same price point. I love it. If swampfox can do it, sig sure as hell can.

  • @jonathanbucked
    @jonathanbucked Рік тому

    I love your functional real world training/shooting n the vids. Being in az myself. I feel like we’ve got similar landscape

  • @battlestartoaster
    @battlestartoaster Рік тому

    Thanks for the honestly review. I got this optic and am throwing it on an Aero Precision 20 inch build to experiment with LPVO's and see if I want to really like it or not.

  • @Bojangles6
    @Bojangles6 2 роки тому +1

    People get wrapped up in magnification but the most important feature is low setting performance. 99% of your shooting will be under 100yds. Magnification does little past a certain point to aid precision shooting and is more useful in target locating and i.d. than anything.

  • @Bob-gy6ud
    @Bob-gy6ud Рік тому +1

    I’m considering getting this scope for a 350 legend build as that round pretty much caps at 200. So this review pretty much puts this scope in its sweet spot. Truth of life is on optics you get what you pay for. Even that there’s some that over/under perform but not to level people think. Which this video even mentioned. I figure this scope performs up to the $500 class which is outstanding for a $300 class scope.

  • @jhalscott
    @jhalscott 2 роки тому +3

    I have the MSR 1-6, 8 and 10. The 1-6 is the best of the three by far. Best eyebox.

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +2

      yeah, I don't like budget 1-10x scopes. Or even 1-8x, there's just not enough left in the design budget to pull it off imo.

    • @jhalscott
      @jhalscott 2 роки тому +1

      @@BrassFacts I don’t like 1-10 period. No amount of money can make up for the ratio of lens magnifications creating a terrible eyebox. My Vudu 1-10 isn’t really better in eye relief or eye box. Just has amazing glass. 1-5 is really the ratio limit. That’s why 2-10 or 2.5-10 have worked so well for so long.

    • @jhalscott
      @jhalscott 2 роки тому

      @@BrassFacts very fair review you did though. I recommend these for starter friends who are scared of the Vudu, Trijicon, NF, etc.

  • @Hoplopfheil
    @Hoplopfheil 2 роки тому +1

    Hey everybody, look who didn't hear that we all hate LPVOs now! Let's point and laugh at the guy who doesn't check Instagram six times a day.

  • @Mitsurugi2424
    @Mitsurugi2424 2 роки тому +3

    Why not the Gen2 Strike Eagle 1-8? Currently the SE is about $10 cheaper on PSA, and comes with a nice mount. The Gen 2 also made the center dot of the reticle usable.

    • @BrassFacts
      @BrassFacts  2 роки тому +2

      because the SFP Strike Eagles kinda suck. I 'm not a big fan of their 1x and 8x performance.

  • @jamesgravel7755
    @jamesgravel7755 Рік тому

    I bought a bushnell 1-4. It’s a 325$ scope and I picked it up on sale for 190$.( Illuminated). It’s a first focal plane and I know that’s not necessary on a LPVO. But I’ll tell you what it’s actually a really nice scope for the price and as clear as my 1000$ nice scope. It’s a pretty good option for the price. You can get them not illuminated and in 1-6 and 1-8 options. Worth a shot for people trying to get something usable with good features for not 5-600$+

  • @NJdeplorable
    @NJdeplorable 11 місяців тому +1

    I know you probably won’t see this bud, but did you wind up zeroing this at 100? Or did you switch it up to 50 because of what distance you found it was capable of getting out to with the glass magnification etc. And what changes with the BDC if so? Thanks!

    • @haydenkrueger8368
      @haydenkrueger8368 11 місяців тому +1

      I would also like to see this information

  • @dependablekit5500
    @dependablekit5500 Місяць тому

    I truly find it hilarious I have owned very cheap and extremely expensive LPVO's and I find that those cheap scopes always have a better eyebox and if the durability and clarity was there that would be all that I would run great video!!!!!

  • @MikeA817
    @MikeA817 2 роки тому +1

    I want to say that this LPVO is supposed to be the chinesium version of the TANGO6T that the Army selected.

  • @julian-estrada
    @julian-estrada 2 роки тому

    7:36 "and we get these wind hold dots, (smacks cheeks) Nice!" omg I love it. hats off to you sir. pretty sure I am the only person to get that

  • @ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz
    @ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz 2 роки тому

    Forget that scope, I'm jealous of that Sandman. I've been waiting for one to show up at the shop for months, not even counting that transfer time.

  • @Sid_Merica
    @Sid_Merica Рік тому

    Watched all 12 minutes! Worth a sub, and yes I’ll be sure to use the link👀

  • @d00fin
    @d00fin 2 роки тому +2

    people shit on this LPVO so much, but it does what it does. and does it good too

  • @wildweasel6898
    @wildweasel6898 2 роки тому +2

    Bought your patch. Now I need to find a set of Nods for my puppy.

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  • @Shadowdancer777
    @Shadowdancer777 6 місяців тому

    This scope is great. It does have a tight eye box at 6 x but the glass is pretty clear and I love the bdc reticle. Highly recommend if you looking for a cheap scope.

  • @jeremywills9303
    @jeremywills9303 2 роки тому

    I've never run an LPVO before. This just might the be the ticket to give one a shot. Thanks for the review.

  • @geebeaux
    @geebeaux 2 роки тому +3

    I got a burris RT6 for a budget 1-6, but the Sig seems to be a better optic for the $$. I love 1-6 SFP and they will always be viable.

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  • @scottyarellano
    @scottyarellano Рік тому

    New to this channel. Excellent quality and love the commentary. New Sub.

  • @VB-3
    @VB-3 Рік тому

    Respecting PERSEC, but I use to live in that building at 3:08 like 20 years ago. One of my first places when I moved out west.

  • @joeh9503
    @joeh9503 2 роки тому +1

    Always informative!

  • @adamadams6740
    @adamadams6740 2 роки тому

    Awesome stuff,love the threw the scope view at different powers and around different areas not just a gun range.just found the channel thanks for the content 👍🏿👍🏿

  • @jakerrush
    @jakerrush 2 роки тому +1

    This is the only LPVO that I own. I bought it simply to see if I liked the concept with the idea that I didn't want to pay $2k and then realize that I hate LPVO's kindve thing. Turns out, I hate LPVO's so this is the only one I own and I don't plan to buy another. I still own the scope and it sits on my first AR which is a piece of junk that I got for free. Its there if a buddy wants to shoot or has a failure in his gun at the range, but other than that it just sits in the corner.

  • @ThinLineDefenseCo
    @ThinLineDefenseCo 2 роки тому +1

    Great review man! I love how you talk about how illumination should just be dropped on some LPVOs. And how budget and FFP is just yuck..... I will say i still have a healthy honeymoon with 2-10/14 mid range optics
    ... Yum. Keep it up man!
    -Walsh

  • @user-jv4ic8rh4d
    @user-jv4ic8rh4d Рік тому

    The cheapest lpvo I like use for hunting. Acceptable glass. Leupold VX 1.5-4 pig Plex. $225 when I got mine. Use it on Ruger American 350 legend. Out to 200 yds. Never tried it on my AR. But my brother used one on his HK 91. Yes actual HK not PTR. Had mine on my scar 17 for 500 rnds until I save up for good glass. The Leupold VX 1.5-4 is a very solid LPVO.

  • @Maddog3060
    @Maddog3060 6 місяців тому +1

    Given my skills with a rifle a cheaper but still quasi-decent glass is better than spending $5k to still miss shots at 100 yards because I'm a noob.

  • @rgochina
    @rgochina 2 роки тому

    Very good information, and wise ideas around what an lpvo must be.