I’m in the market for a low cost lpvo and found the Athlon Argos BTR gen2 1-8x24. For an optic with these specs in the $300 range it seems pretty good but wouldn’t mind getting some feedback from anyone who has one. Thoughts?
Rifle Scopes Athlon Argos BTR gen2 1-8x
- Thread starter gcoy19
- Start date
I got one on a 10/22. Only comes with a MOA based BDC reticle but for the price I didnt mind. Its clear and works well on a ruger 10/22 and i was considering a second for an AR
Gotta say, I think I'd rather have something from Burris, bushnell, or vortex in that range. I had an argos 6-24 and wasnt impressed
The Burris and Vortex options are still a possibility but I’m interested how the Athlon compares. I already have a Bushnell 1-4x, which is mediocre, and I like the idea of 1-8x so it’s pretty much down to the Vortex or Athlon.
My wife and I use to run vortex and NF on just about everything until we were introduced to the Athlon line of glass. They might not feel as nice as NF, but they are consistent, great glass quality and are a fraction of the price! We have tried almost all of the different Athlon scopes and configurations. We are fans. I'm not saying they are better than nightforce, but they are on par with plenty of other scopes for a fraction of the cost. Of course, this is all my opinion.
I have Bushnell Engage on a Mark II .204 Ruger which I like a lot more than the Ares BTR it replaced
Primary Arms has a 1-8 scope as well.
I am an Athlon Whore for Life having purchased an Athlon Argos BTR 10-40X56. The only way I could get a comparable scope would be to spend 3X the money.
VooDoo
VooDoo
I have the Ares BTR and I must say I'm not that impressed with the product
I have some Ares and Cronus Athlon scopes/binos now and they’re great which is why I figured it would be worth a look. I’m mostly interested in specifics on the 1-8x btr gen2 version only. Things like holding zero, how the reticle is etc. I’ve seen the diagrams but I’d like to know if it’s too thick/thin, is the Illum daylight bright? Any durability issues. That sorta thing.
Call Doug and ask real questions/get real answers. He'll steer you better than rumor or opinion.
www.snipershide.com
cameralandny.com
VooDoo
gr8fuldoug
www.snipershide.com Welcome to Camera Land NY
Camera Land offers top brands & low prices - cameras, repairs and binoculars.
cameralandny.com VooDoo
