Discover This! - 5-25x56 PRS Optic

Published on July 4, 2025
Duration: 10:01

This review covers the Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 5-25x56mm First Focal Plane optic. The presenter highlights its substantial build, toolless zero stop, and included accessories like a leveling kit. Initial impressions note the large size and weight, along with some minor concerns about turret alignment and the reticle's visibility at lower magnifications.

Quick Summary

The Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 5-25x56mm is a budget-friendly first focal plane scope with a toolless zero stop and illuminated 'Christmas tree' reticle. While praised for its robust build, minor concerns include windage turret alignment and elevation zero visibility. Reticle hash marks are difficult to see below 9x magnification.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Unboxing
  2. 00:13Coltac Discount Code
  3. 00:41Introducing Discovery Optics
  4. 01:09Unboxing Contents
  5. 01:48Included Scope Leveling Kit
  6. 02:44Initial Impressions: Build Quality
  7. 03:01Magnification & Throw Lever
  8. 03:39Elevation Turret & Zero Stop
  9. 05:02Windage Turret Alignment Issues
  10. 05:38Elevation Turret Zero Visibility
  11. 06:23Parallax Adjustment Range
  12. 06:33Illuminated Reticle Details
  13. 07:04Glass Clarity & Reticle Visibility
  14. 07:58Reticle Usability at Different Magnifications
  15. 08:53Chromatic Aberration Observation
  16. 09:13Budget Price Point & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 5-25x56mm scope?

The Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 5-25x56mm scope is a first focal plane optic featuring a robust build, a toolless zero stop, an illuminated 'Christmas tree' reticle, and comes with accessories like a scope leveling kit. It's positioned as a budget-friendly option for long-range shooting.

What are the reported drawbacks of the Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 scope?

Initial impressions of the Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 note minor issues with turret alignment, specifically the windage turret's zero line not matching perfectly and the elevation turret's zero visibility when bottomed out. Chromatic aberration is also observed at the edges of the glass.

How is the reticle visibility on the Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 at different magnifications?

The reticle on the Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 can be very fine and difficult to see at lower magnifications, such as 7x. Usable hash marks become apparent around 9x, and the full reticle is clearly visible up to about 17x before the lowest marking begins to disappear.

What is the price range and intended use for the Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 scope?

The Discovery Optics ED PRS Gen 2 is considered a budget option, priced between $300 and $400. Its substantial build suggests it's suitable for applications like Precision Rifle Series (PRS) where weight is less of a primary concern.

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