Why Am I Triggering Fudds With This Enormous Scope On A Lever Gun? Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm FFP

Published on April 27, 2021
Duration: 11:38

This review details the Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm FFP scope, highlighting its features for long-range precision shooting. The presenter demonstrates its adjustable diopter, magnification ring, parallax/illumination controls, and distinct elevation/windage turrets with a 0.1 mil click value. A key feature discussed is the First Focal Plane reticle, which maintains measurement validity across all magnifications. The video also includes a non-scientific durability test by mounting the scope on a .45-70 lever-action rifle to assess its performance under extreme recoil, noting a zero shift after firing heavy loads.

Quick Summary

The Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm FFP is a long-range precision optic with a 34mm tube and a First Focal Plane reticle. Its FFP design ensures reticle subtensions remain accurate at all magnification levels, from 5x to 25x. The scope features 0.1 mil turrets, adjustable parallax, and a zero stop for quick return to zero.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Vortex Strike Eagle Overview
  2. 00:25Scope's Intended Use
  3. 01:01Diopter Adjustment
  4. 01:21Magnification Adjustment
  5. 01:34Focus and Illumination
  6. 01:50Elevation and Windage Turrets
  7. 02:16Zero Stop Feature
  8. 02:33Scope Tube and FFP Reticle
  9. 03:00Reticle Details
  10. 03:10Quality vs. Price of Optics
  11. 04:45Subtleties of Optics Quality
  12. 05:56Challenges of Optics Reviews
  13. 06:56Lever Gun Experiment Rationale
  14. 07:16High Recoil Ammo Test
  15. 10:00Recoil Test Results
  16. 10:38Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle on a scope?

A First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle is located in front of the magnification erector assembly. This means the reticle's size changes proportionally with the image as you adjust the magnification, ensuring that subtensions and measurements remain accurate at any power setting.

What are the key features of the Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm FFP scope?

The Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm FFP features a 5-25x magnification range, a 56mm objective lens, a 34mm tube, and a First Focal Plane reticle. It includes adjustable diopter, parallax, and illumination, along with distinct 0.1 mil turrets and a zero stop feature.

How does the Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm FFP scope perform under recoil?

In a non-scientific test, the Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm FFP was mounted on a .45-70 lever-action rifle and subjected to heavy +P loads. While a zero shift occurred, this was considered a result of exceeding the scope's design parameters under extreme G-forces, not a definitive failure of Vortex's durability.

What is the advantage of a zero stop on a rifle scope?

A zero stop feature on a rifle scope allows you to set a hard limit for the elevation turret after zeroing your rifle. This enables you to quickly return to your established zero point, even after making multiple elevation adjustments, which is vital for rapid target engagement.

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