Got one for my sister for her pawn-shop Marlin 270. It's a brilliant, cheap, honest scope that covers all typical hunting ranges. I personally used it last fall and in the deep woods the 2x was perfect. I'd say the low end is where this scope really shines. I could have both eyes open to get on target quickly. We didn't see any legal deer, but we were able to stalk several on the 3 day trip. Out on the range, the 7x is good out to the 300 yard targets, which is about the MPBR for a 270. This is not a target scope, but hunters will certainly find this optic useful.
I think 2-7 power might actually be perfect for a lot of uses. It was a good choice, but Vortex also has plenty of 1-6 and 1-8 power scopes in various budget ranges.
The Crossfire is great, if that is all you can afford. However, I would save up the extra $100 and get the Vortex Diamondback series. Night and day difference. Same for Crossfire and Diamondback HD binoculars
Scopes in general don’t have ‘clickable’ magnification rings, but they should be smooth, with enough resistance that they won’t move accidentally. Also the rear ring is the diopter adjustment, it focuses the reticule ( not the image ) once it’s set to your personal eyesight it shouldn’t need to be changed. These cheap scopes do not have adjustable focus, they’re normally optimised to be in focus at a certain distance ( say 100 yds )
I've seen some clickable scopes that jump from 1, to 3, to 9. Those are generally tacticool/operator setups that come in camoflage and have good shock resistance.
I have fire in my pants... Thanks for the quick start! I'm using Vortex 12x50 binoculars as spotting scope for wildlife photography, they're awesome! Great video, thanks!
Great review looks like a nice little scope. Do you have any experience with the Bushnell Rimfire scopes? If so in your opinion which one has the better glass? Thank you
I’m looking at this scope to mount with a see through kwik-site mount (so I can use irons without having to remove my scope for very close range shots in the thick woods and brush of the West-central Georgia pine woods) for my Mossberg 464 30-30 for this upcoming deer season, if anybody has any suggestions or advice about this specific setup please by all means tell me.
One drawback of the Crossfire II 3-9x40 is that I can't seem to find a honeycomb kill flash that fits. It seems the outer diameter of the threads is slightly smaller than a usual 40mm scope or something. I'd love to know if anyone has a link to a kill flash that fits!
I wouldnt use Vortex Crossfire on anything bigger than 308 win ,anything bellow and youl probably be fine.We broke 2 Vortex scopes,one on my 30-06 after 12 rounds and my friend broke one on his 7 rem mag after just 5 rounds.They are just not durable enough for higher recoiling rifles.I also noticed drastic change in POI after turning fast focus eyepiece.Vortex did not repair either of our scopes indicating that warranty does not applies to scopes that have external damages(our scopes only had couple of scratches from normal use,i guess that they dont want reanodize aluminum when putting repaired scopes back to market).I talked to one of retailers of Vortex scopes here in Europe and he told me that out of 49 that they sold they had 21 returned for repair.Thats my experience with Vortex and wouldnt recomment it.
The average scope, even this one shoots better than the person using it. Bear that in mind. The next best option for me would be the Burris for $400. No thanks, happy with this vortex on my SA Scout Squad.
I have 9 vortex optics, and never had any issues with any of them. My service rifle has been thru extreme temperatures rain, mud, and more and held up just fine.
@@gavinm1347 my hunting rifle is a 12x.. because I want to shoot accurately a long range. Gtfo here clown 😒 most rifles can reach 1k yards without any kind of scope at all.
Great review, great video, you had me sold until I heard the words "made in China." I think I'll be going with a Sig Sauer Romeo 5 which I think are still made in the USA. But thank you I enjoyed and liked your video. Keep up the good work!
@@scottkellam7712 last I checked they are all made in China. They are designed in Oregon but made overseas. They stick the made in China label under the mount so we don’t see it unless we go searching.
No discrimination taken lol I came as a refugee from post USSR country about 10 years ago. Back there we also had all of these good constitutional rights (freedom of speech, etc.), same as here in the US... all except one, the right to bear arms. As a result, none of them mattered, because there was no real way to defend against government tyranny. So, given a second chance in life with all the freedoms and opportunities, I wanted to do something to show people who are so against guns and for gun control laws here in US, from the perspective of the outsider, what it feels like to live in the country where you cannot defend yourself.
@@FirearmsofAmerica The government in Canada has just banned a lot more firearms recently and there are plans to ban all handguns and semi-automatics soon. Cherish your freedom whilst you have it because here it is being taken away year by year.
@@FirearmsofAmerica joke's on you. We're sitting atop a powder keg where arms won't be used to take out evil conspirators, but each other in a pig-pen world. Eking out 1 more minute in shtf won't be so grand As a CN diplomat recently stated, "autocracies will be the only thing left standing because democracies take too long to decide"
Having a channel called Firearms of America...and having a thick foreign accent...says a lot about America. Many foreigners are better Americans than the natural-born variety as they truly appreciate our freedoms (what's left of them).
Got one for my sister for her pawn-shop Marlin 270. It's a brilliant, cheap, honest scope that covers all typical hunting ranges. I personally used it last fall and in the deep woods the 2x was perfect. I'd say the low end is where this scope really shines. I could have both eyes open to get on target quickly. We didn't see any legal deer, but we were able to stalk several on the 3 day trip. Out on the range, the 7x is good out to the 300 yard targets, which is about the MPBR for a 270. This is not a target scope, but hunters will certainly find this optic useful.
Informative comment. Thanks. One question, what makes you say that it’s not a target scope?
The rush intro was amazing. Thank you!!!!
I think 2-7 power might actually be perfect for a lot of uses. It was a good choice, but Vortex also has plenty of 1-6 and 1-8 power scopes in various budget ranges.
Excellent vid thanks!, i like the concise first bit, and the thorough follow up. 👍
I have Tikka 243 with vortex crossfire 2 scope very accurate for 100 to 6 or 700 yards . I like it always accurate.
Vortex are the dogs bits ,absolutely brilliant scopes
Upvoted for the rushed review, stayed because of that!
Just purchased this for a new Ruger 10/22, thanks for the video.
You are very welcome! I am glad this was useful!
Wrong scope! Model# CF2-31001R is what you needed.
The Crossfire is great, if that is all you can afford. However, I would save up the extra $100 and get the Vortex Diamondback series. Night and day difference. Same for Crossfire and Diamondback HD binoculars
Scopes in general don’t have ‘clickable’ magnification rings, but they should be smooth, with enough resistance that they won’t move accidentally. Also the rear ring is the diopter adjustment, it focuses the reticule ( not the image ) once it’s set to your personal eyesight it shouldn’t need to be changed. These cheap scopes do not have adjustable focus, they’re normally optimised to be in focus at a certain distance ( say 100 yds )
I've seen some clickable scopes that jump from 1, to 3, to 9. Those are generally tacticool/operator setups that come in camoflage and have good shock resistance.
I have fire in my pants... Thanks for the quick start! I'm using Vortex 12x50 binoculars as spotting scope for wildlife photography, they're awesome! Great video, thanks!
Is it usable for 20-30 yards? Or the range is too low for the 90m paralax
Of all the reviews of Vortex optics on youtube you are the only one who told me it was made in China, THANKYOU, saved me the embarrassment.
Why do you want a larger eye relief when putting the sight on a scout rifle?
Scout rifles sometimes have scopes forward of the action. Look at the m1a socom
Can you put a sunshade/filter on that scope.....?
I’m looking for the link, so where is the flip up? Scope covers on Amazon that you said you were posting
This is perfect for a crossbow
Nvm don't listen to me because it's not, there's another version like this hut for a crossbow
Great review looks like a nice little scope. Do you have any experience with the Bushnell Rimfire scopes? If so in your opinion which one has the better glass? Thank you
Vortex, hands down
I’m looking at this scope to mount with a see through kwik-site mount (so I can use irons without having to remove my scope for very close range shots in the thick woods and brush of the West-central Georgia pine woods) for my Mossberg 464 30-30 for this upcoming deer season, if anybody has any suggestions or advice about this specific setup please by all means tell me.
One drawback of the Crossfire II 3-9x40 is that I can't seem to find a honeycomb kill flash that fits. It seems the outer diameter of the threads is slightly smaller than a usual 40mm scope or something. I'd love to know if anyone has a link to a kill flash that fits!
Perhaps you could get one 3D printed? Or maybe get a honeycomb insert for a slightly smaller diameter then make a spacer?
I wouldnt use Vortex Crossfire on anything bigger than 308 win ,anything bellow and youl probably be fine.We broke 2 Vortex scopes,one on my 30-06 after 12 rounds and my friend broke one on his 7 rem mag after just 5 rounds.They are just not durable enough for higher recoiling rifles.I also noticed drastic change in POI after turning fast focus eyepiece.Vortex did not repair either of our scopes indicating that warranty does not applies to scopes that have external damages(our scopes only had couple of scratches from normal use,i guess that they dont want reanodize aluminum when putting repaired scopes back to market).I talked to one of retailers of Vortex scopes here in Europe and he told me that out of 49 that they sold they had 21 returned for repair.Thats my experience with Vortex and wouldnt recomment it.
Thank you for your input! Definitely helpful!
The average scope, even this one shoots better than the person using it. Bear that in mind. The next best option for me would be the Burris for $400. No thanks, happy with this vortex on my SA Scout Squad.
I have 9 vortex optics, and never had any issues with any of them. My service rifle has been thru extreme temperatures rain, mud, and more and held up just fine.
So do you think it’ll be fine on my Henry 30-30, or should I save up more money for something else?
Funny here in the states they will fix anything no matter what it is I got one on my 7mag it been holding 0 for 2 years
Called me out in the first ten seconds 😂
Yea, that's how I am too lol this old video, I knew it would be amateur review, so I decided to at least not drag it out 😂
Where do I get flip up covers for this scope on Amazon?
Get butler creek ones
Nice
what mount should i get??
Here is the one from Vortex: amzn.to/2MSiv81 Any 1 inch mount would work too, just pick the height that best works with your rifle.
Just purchased this scope for my Ruger Ranch Rifle mini 14
Can it be set back to zero like is it marked like higher price ones ???
@@newwavepressure6478 Yes
I screwed up though and bought the scout scope when I thought I was getting the regular one.
@@AB2BPA06 ok thanks need it for myv30 30 dont need to reach out that far 100 yards if that
How has the scope been for you. Bought one for an M1A.
I'm 90 % sure the 3rd number (objective lens) is not the lens closer but farther from you.....?
That is correct. And i think that was what he tried to communicate. He just presented it a bit weird.
So would that scope be good for mid to long range shooting
Depending on how long we are talking about. I would say this scope is more for short to mid range.
Short, the 2-7 is not a mid range
@@gavinm1347 why do marines use 5-25 scopes when they demand accuracy at long distance then?
@@gavinm1347 my hunting rifle is a 12x.. because I want to shoot accurately a long range. Gtfo here clown 😒 most rifles can reach 1k yards without any kind of scope at all.
@@gavinm1347 lol now it changes to "target id" stfu already clown
Clickable power adjustment? Nah... What if 4.1x fits your eye actually better than just plain 4x? It is not meant to have steps IMHO.
This'll suit my Little Badger .22 just fine
Would it be good for a marlin 336 30 30
I was just thinking of buying this for my 30 30. Did you end up getting one?
@@weirdmood8102 is a great scope I want with the Leopold you don't want to really go higher than 2 power no shots or within a hundred yards maybe 4
I've never seen clickable magnification.
Yea, kind of unnecessary feature tbh, but why not.
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Great review, great video, you had me sold until I heard the words "made in China." I think I'll be going with a Sig Sauer Romeo 5 which I think are still made in the USA. But thank you I enjoyed and liked your video. Keep up the good work!
Thank you! I am glad this was helpful!
Scott the Romeo 5 is made in China, I know because I have one.
@@gavinm1347 There must be some conflicting information on it then, or maybe mine is just out of date.
@@scottkellam7712 last I checked they are all made in China. They are designed in Oregon but made overseas. They stick the made in China label under the mount so we don’t see it unless we go searching.
a scope and a red dot have different uses.
Does this scope work on 30 06
Absolutely no discrimination here, but a channel called Firearms of America with a heavy accent host is quite comical. That is all.
No discrimination taken lol I came as a refugee from post USSR country about 10 years ago. Back there we also had all of these good constitutional rights (freedom of speech, etc.), same as here in the US... all except one, the right to bear arms. As a result, none of them mattered, because there was no real way to defend against government tyranny. So, given a second chance in life with all the freedoms and opportunities, I wanted to do something to show people who are so against guns and for gun control laws here in US, from the perspective of the outsider, what it feels like to live in the country where you cannot defend yourself.
@@FirearmsofAmerica The government in Canada has just banned a lot more firearms recently and there are plans to ban all handguns and semi-automatics soon. Cherish your freedom whilst you have it because here it is being taken away year by year.
Crazy ignorant.
@@FirearmsofAmerica joke's on you. We're sitting atop a powder keg where arms won't be used to take out evil conspirators, but each other in a pig-pen world. Eking out 1 more minute in shtf won't be so grand
As a CN diplomat recently stated, "autocracies will be the only thing left standing because democracies take too long to decide"
Having a channel called Firearms of America...and having a thick foreign accent...says a lot about America. Many foreigners are better Americans than the natural-born variety as they truly appreciate our freedoms (what's left of them).
Oops! Just about to hit subscribe and then the political comment came at the very end.
Oops? Lol you sound like a lib
🙄G' bye then.
Are you a POS liberal
Horrible scope
Nice fake accent
Nice try, Mr. Accent Expert.
Fake or not... can't stand listening to this cat chucking at his own cheesy dialogue
@@jeremymcclanahan2389 Hey assclown, you more likely can't stand looking in the mirror.
@@FirearmsofAmerica 🤣🤣🤣
detroit??
I have this scope on a 5.56 ar....100 yard head shots are no problem. You can pierce somebody's ear with this scope
Which scope did you purchase I’m knew to scopes the 2x7x32 ,3x9x40,4x12x44, or 3x9x50
@@reesewilcoxon5896 3-9x40 for the money it's hard to beat