MidTen 4-16x44 Scope Review MOA Reticle Illum FFP

This video provides a direct comparison between the Arken EP5 and Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56 FFP rifle scopes, focusing on the accessories included in their retail packaging. The reviewer highlights that the Vortex Strike Eagle comes with a sunshade and throw lever, while the Arken EP5 includes a sunshade and notes that Arken often runs promotions bundling additional accessories like throw levers, bubble levels, and lens caps.

This review covers the CVLIFE Bear Power 6-24x50 First Focal Plane (FFP) illuminated scope. The presenter details its features, including a 34mm tube, 4-inch eye relief, IPX7 waterproofing, and a one-year warranty. The video demonstrates the scope's zero stop functionality and its performance during a zeroing process on a 7.62x39 carbine, including shots at 100, 300, and 540 yards. The illuminated reticle is also showcased in low-light conditions.

This review covers the new Discovery Opt XED 6-36x56mm scope, highlighting its first focal plane design, illuminated Christmas tree reticle, and 35mm tube. The presenter emphasizes the scope's improved clarity, forgiving eyebox, and a new tool-free zero stop system with a single large adjustment screw, which simplifies re-zeroing and prevents stripping. The scope was tested on a 5.56 rifle at 50 and 400 yards, demonstrating good performance and clarity even at maximum magnification.

This review covers the CVLIFE Eagle Feather 1-6x24 FFP LPVO, a budget-friendly optic presented by Johnny Q. The scope features an R16 reticle, a throw lever, and dual-color illumination, with an MSRP of $69 after a discount. It is noted as IPX6 waterproof and demonstrated to hold zero after 125 rounds, making it a potentially viable option for starter AR-15 builds or casual range use.

This expert review of the EOTech Vudu 1-6x24 FFP LPVO by 9-Hole Reviews highlights significant drawbacks in its design and performance. The review critically assesses the reticle, field of view, eyebox, and illumination, comparing it unfavorably to several competitors. Despite acceptable glass quality, the optic's overall functionality is deemed lacking for its price point, making it a questionable choice for many shooters.

Elliott Delp reviews the Monstrum Tactical M1 1-6x LPVO, highlighting its budget-friendly price point of around $140. He notes its suitability for first-time buyers, airsoft use, and budget-conscious AR-15 builds intended for close to mid-range engagements (up to 400 yards). The optic features a 30mm tube, an included mount, a 6061 aluminum body, an illuminated MOA reticle with holdovers, and six brightness settings with intermediate cutoffs.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.