The Best Fiber Optic LPVO - Vector Continental 1-6x24 With German Glass

Published on September 2, 2023
Duration: 20:48

The Vector Continental 1-6x24 LPVO offers German glass in a Chinese body for approximately $450, providing a daylight-bright fiber optic reticle and a wide field of view (124.5 ft at 1x). Despite a robust build and good optical quality for its price point, it experienced a moderate point of impact shift and rotation during a demanding drop test, attributed to a loose RMR adapter plate.

Quick Summary

The Vector Continental 1-6x24 LPVO features high-quality German glass and a true daylight-bright fiber optic reticle, offering excellent clarity and visibility. Despite its budget-friendly price, it provides a wide field of view and forgiving eyebox, though it experienced a moderate zero shift during severe drop tests.

Chapters

  1. 01:08Introduction to Vector Continental 1-6x24
  2. 01:24German Glass in Chinese Body
  3. 02:08LPVO Game & Budget Considerations
  4. 02:38Optic Body & Dimensions
  5. 03:04Controls: Diopter, Magnification Ring, Turrets
  6. 04:00Turret Adjustments & Reticle Mil Increments
  7. 04:16Illumination Settings & Fiber Optic Reticle
  8. 05:09Daylight Brightness & Fiber Optic Advantage
  9. 06:19Size, Weight, Usability
  10. 06:26Eye Relief & Eyebox Performance
  11. 07:03Field of View (FOV)
  12. 07:38German Glass Quality & Viewing Experience
  13. 08:04Comparison: Steiner P4Xi
  14. 09:20Comparison: Primary Arms Nova
  15. 10:55Comparison: Vector Constantine 1-10
  16. 12:22Reticle Details & Usability
  17. 13:24Durability & Drop Test Setup
  18. 14:28Drop Test Results: First Drop
  19. 14:46Drop Test Results: Second Drop (Steel Plate)
  20. 16:06Drop Test Analysis & Zero Shift
  21. 17:00Overall Summary & Value Proposition
  22. 18:07Comparison Recap: Nova vs. Continental vs. PST Gen 2
  23. 19:32When to Choose This Optic (Fiber Optic Reticle)
  24. 20:08Best Fiber Optic Scope Under $500?
  25. 20:22Personal Bias & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Vector Continental 1-6x24 LPVO stand out in its price range?

The Vector Continental 1-6x24 LPVO stands out by incorporating German glass in its optical system, offering superior clarity and color compared to many competitors in its sub-$500 price bracket. It also features a true daylight-bright fiber optic illumination system.

How does the fiber optic illumination on the Vector Continental 1-6x24 compare to traditional LED red dots?

The fiber optic illumination on the Vector Continental provides a brighter, more precise aiming point that is truly daylight visible without the blooming often seen with LED red dots at high brightness settings. It offers the best of both worlds for clarity and visibility.

What were the results of the Vector Continental 1-6x24's drop test, particularly on steel?

During a drop test onto an AR500 steel plate, the Vector Continental 1-6x24 rotated about 30 degrees in its mount, and the RMR adapter plate came loose. It experienced a 2 MOA point of impact shift but remained functional, outperforming many LPVOs in this severe test.

What is the field of view and eye relief like on the Vector Continental 1-6x24?

The Vector Continental 1-6x24 boasts an impressive 124.5 feet field of view at 1x magnification. While rated for 4 inches of eye relief, it offers a very forgiving eyebox, estimated between 2.5 to 6 inches, making it easy to acquire targets.

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