Trijicon VCOG Riflescopes - OpticsPlanet.com Product in Focus

Published on December 18, 2014
Duration: 2:40

Mark, Product Intelligence Team Leader at OpticsPlanet, highlights the Trijicon VCOG riflescope. Key features include a non-obtrusive magnification adjustment ridge, finger-adjustable turrets with audible clicks, a central AA battery housing for weight savings and snag prevention, and robust waterproofing up to 20 meters. It's a first focal plane optic with available bullet drop reticles and includes a TA51 mount for Picatinny rails, simplifying installation.

Quick Summary

The Trijicon VCOG 1-6x riflescope features a first focal plane design, making its reticle useful at all magnifications. It boasts finger-adjustable turrets, a central AA battery housing to prevent snagging, and is waterproof to 20 meters. The optic includes a TA51 mount for easy attachment to Picatinny rails.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to Trijicon VCOG
  2. 00:10VCOG Features for 3-Gun
  3. 00:22Magnification Adjustment
  4. 00:33Finger Adjustable Turrets
  5. 00:48Central AA Battery Design
  6. 01:06Battery Types (Alkaline vs Lithium)
  7. 01:10Waterproof Rating
  8. 01:25Reticle Options & Caliber Specificity
  9. 01:31First Focal Plane Explained
  10. 01:39Included TA51 Mount
  11. 01:46Picatinny Rail Mounting
  12. 02:02Made in USA - Wixom, Michigan
  13. 02:13Glass Quality & Diopter Adjustment
  14. 02:20Conclusion: Trijicon VCOG Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Trijicon VCOG 1-6x riflescope?

The Trijicon VCOG offers a snag-free magnification adjustment, finger-adjustable turrets with audible clicks, a central AA battery housing, and is waterproof to 20 meters. It's a first focal plane optic with available bullet drop reticles and includes a TA51 mount for Picatinny rails.

How does the Trijicon VCOG handle battery power?

The Trijicon VCOG utilizes a single AA battery that is captured in the center front of the optic. This design prevents the battery from sticking out and snagging. It accepts both alkaline and lithium AA batteries.

What makes the Trijicon VCOG a first focal plane (FFP) optic?

Being a first focal plane riflescope means the reticle's size changes proportionally with the magnification. This ensures that range-finding and bullet drop estimations remain accurate and consistent across the entire 1-6x magnification range.

Does the Trijicon VCOG come with mounting hardware?

Yes, the Trijicon VCOG includes the TA51 mount, which is designed to attach directly to any standard Picatinny rail. This eliminates the need to purchase separate scope rings and simplifies the mounting process.

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