Did Steiner just quietly build the MPO we have all been asking for? H6xi

[Glassaholic]

Can anyone verify the FOV numbers? Steiner lists them as:
Field of View at 100 meters: 55' - 8.5'
But it's odd to list the width in feet with the distance in meters, so was this supposed to be at 100 yards and not 100 meters because if it actually is meters then converting to yards would yield FOV numbers of 50.3' at 2x and 7.8' at 12x which would be a pretty narrow 17.9° FOV??? But even at 8.5' we only improve to 19.5° which is still pretty narrow especially when the T6Xi series offers 24° FOV. Curious why Steiner would have neutered the FOV in the H6Xi series so much when T6Xi seems pretty forgiving?

@Birddog6424 can you help shed any light on the FOV numbers for the H6Xi 2-12x42, is FOV really only 8.5' at 100 meters @ 12x or is it 8.5' at 100 yards? The Steiner T6Xi 2.5-15x50 offers 8.5' at 100 yards at 15x, why would they reduce FOV so much in the H6Xi vs. the T6Xi?

 

[Birddog6424]

@Birddog6424 can you help shed any light on the FOV numbers for the H6Xi 2-12x42, is FOV really only 8.5' at 100 meters @ 12x or is it 8.5' at 100 yards? The Steiner T6Xi 2.5-15x50 offers 8.5' at 100 yards at 15x, why would they reduce FOV so much in the H6Xi vs. the T6Xi?

Yeh, those number don't seem right.

I'll reach out and see if I can't clear it up..

 

[koshkin]

Yeh, those number don't seem right.

I'll reach out and see if I can't clear it up..

For the optical system Steiner uses, it should be right around 9.2ft at 100 yards on 12x. That makes for an apparent FOV of right around 21degrees. Once I get my hands on it, I'll measure what it is exactly, but these numbers should be in the ballpark.

ILya

 

[Birddog6424]

My guy in Greeley is pretty sure that's a typo. He didn't have to correct figures off the top of his head, but he said there shouldn't be much deviation from T6Xi figures.

I think Ilya's numbers on FOV are going to be closer to accurate.

 

[Glassaholic]

My guy in Greeley is pretty sure that's a typo. He didn't have to correct figures off the top of his head, but he said there shouldn't be much deviation from T6Xi figures.

I think Ilya's numbers on FOV are going to be closer to accurate.

Thank you Bird, I was hoping that might be the case, sure would be nice if we had official numbers. I am looking forward to the new Mil/Mil H6Xi so hopefully they can bring that to market soon...

 

[5RWill]

Anyone seen this yet in person?

 

[Burdy]

Anyone seen this yet in person?

Saw it at SHOT. Which basically amounts to not much more than seeing it online.

 

[Glassaholic]

Saw it at SHOT. Which basically amounts to not much more than seeing it online.

But at least you know it’s real

 

[Tikkaguy]

Think this could be the spr scope I’ve been looking for. I love my t6 but it’s heavy for a small frame.

 

[Jip4012]

Any update on a release for this scope?

 

[MochiMoose]

For those curious, I was able to find it here:

Product Description

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cameralandny.com

I haven’t verified that it is INDEED a mil reticle though.

 

[Ape_Factory]

Seems like they're getting ready for it to arrive. Much want and need!

 

[PBWalsh]

Are there any better pics of the mil reticle out yet?

 

[Shoreglide]

Back a page. Post #66.

 

[lash]

Okay, time for a spring bump, since that’s what was referenced.

I still see no listings for an H6Xi 2-12 mil scope anywhere. Steiner’s website makes no acknowledgement that it will exist.

Here’s what is posted by Steiner every time someone asks about a mil version:

Did they not get the memo yet?

 

[5RWill]

Well fuck

 

[lash]

Well fuck

I agree. The T series reticle is too fine imo and it’s 9 more oz., with a larger objective. Great for comps, but I like a quicker reticle in a hunting scope.

George and Bushnell hit a great combo with their LRHS and LRHSi scopes.

 

[5RWill]

I agree. The T series reticle is too fine imo and it’s 9 more oz., with a larger objective. Great for comps, but I like a quicker reticle in a hunting scope.

George and Bushnell hit a great combo with their LRHS and LRHSi scopes.

Yeah i have the T6Xi 3-18 great optic. The 2.5-15 basically shouldn’t exist given its weight.

I just wish the 3-12 LRHS would’ve stuck around. Hate the form factor of the 4-18

 

[lash]

I just wish the 3-12 LRHS would’ve stuck around. Hate the form factor of the 4-18

Agreed, by the time I realized there was a 3-12, there wasn’t anymore.

 

[Glassaholic]

ILya said he's seen the reticle and talked to them about it, they say it is coming, but that doesn't mean it won't take longer or someone else killed the project. @Birddog6424 I know you have secret contacts at Steiner, any news on this becoming reality anytime soon?

 

[lash]

ILya said he's seen the reticle and talked to them about it, they say it is coming, but that doesn't mean it won't take longer or someone else killed the project. @Birddog6424 I know you have secret contacts at Steiner, any news on this becoming reality anytime soon?

Good point. Business works that way.

 

[koshkin]

ILya said he's seen the reticle and talked to them about it, they say it is coming, but that doesn't mean it won't take longer or someone else killed the project. @Birddog6424 I know you have secret contacts at Steiner, any news on this becoming reality anytime soon?

I'll go visit them in June.

I'll ask.

ILya

 

[ChrisAU]

Okay, time for a spring bump, since that’s what was referenced.

I still see no listings for an H6Xi 2-12 mil scope anywhere. Steiner’s website makes no acknowledgement that it will exist.

Here’s what is posted by Steiner every time someone asks about a mil version:

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Did they not get the memo yet?

Model 8782

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813372-REG/steiner_8782_2_12x42_h6xi_riflescope_str_mil.html/accessories

Product Description

Product Description | Camera Land NY

cameralandny.com

Steiner H6Xi 2-12x42mm STR-MIL FFP Riflescope 8782

FREE SHIPPING on Steiner H6Xi 2-12x42mm STR-MIL FFP Riflescope 8782

www.eurooptic.com

 

[ChrisAU]

 

[800mZero]

Model 8782

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813372-REG/steiner_8782_2_12x42_h6xi_riflescope_str_mil.html/accessories

Product Description

Product Description | Camera Land NY

cameralandny.com

Steiner H6Xi 2-12x42mm STR-MIL FFP Riflescope 8782

FREE SHIPPING on Steiner H6Xi 2-12x42mm STR-MIL FFP Riflescope 8782

www.eurooptic.com

The videos say April-May….really want to read a review or see a video. I’m tempted to order the moa hunter reticle version…as this scope seems to be the exact glass I am looking for for my mini fix.

It’s between this and a March 1.5-15

 

[st1650]

Yeah i have the T6Xi 3-18 great optic. The 2.5-15 basically shouldn’t exist given its weight.

I just wish the 3-12 LRHS would’ve stuck around. Hate the form factor of the 4-18

I have a spare 3-12 lrtsi and no rifle to put it on … what a shame … maybe I should do a 16-18in 6.5 creed

 

[lash]

Model 8782

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813372-REG/steiner_8782_2_12x42_h6xi_riflescope_str_mil.html/accessories

Product Description

Product Description | Camera Land NY

cameralandny.com

Steiner H6Xi 2-12x42mm STR-MIL FFP Riflescope 8782

FREE SHIPPING on Steiner H6Xi 2-12x42mm STR-MIL FFP Riflescope 8782

www.eurooptic.com

I was going to say, “color me wrong” and place an order, but none of those a listings are actually in stock. It is encouraging that these companies have the listing, but apparently they haven’t started shipping yet.

Back in March, it was the same situation.

 

[kskevin]

Has anyone done a comparison vs the ATACR 4-16x42. I’m tempted to wait on the H6 3-18x50 if the reticle is to my liking but don’t want to wait if the overall glass isn’t on par with the NF

 

[5RWill]

Has anyone done a comparison vs the ATACR 4-16x42. I’m tempted to wait on the H6 3-18x50 if the reticle is to my liking but don’t want to wait if the overall glass isn’t on par with the NF

I actually compared my T6Xi 3-18 to my friends ATACR 4-16. They’re very comparable. Nightforce handles CA a little better. I think you’d be hard pressed to really find a difference in resolution. Turrets are better on the nightforce by considerable margin IMO. Can’t really compare eyebox cause the T6Xi wasn’t mounted. But if you can save a little money with the T6Xi or H6Xi (considering they’re the same glass) I’d go with it.

 

[kskevin]

I think I’m going to sit tight and wait on the H6 3-18 and hope they have a reticle I like.

 

[Birddog6424]

ILya said he's seen the reticle and talked to them about it, they say it is coming, but that doesn't mean it won't take longer or someone else killed the project. @Birddog6424 I know you have secret contacts at Steiner, any news on this becoming reality anytime soon?

I havent heard any updates on it.

I'll see what I can find out..

Edit; The mil/mil version is definitely still coming. My guy had no date yet, but he expects they'll set a date very soon. They may possibly have a release date for the NRA show next weekend in Texas, May 17th-19th

 

[kskevin]

I havent heard any updates on it.

I'll see what I can find out..

Edit; The mil/mil version is definitely still coming. My guy had no date yet, but he expects they'll set a date very soon. They may possibly have a release date for the NRA show next weekend in Texas, May 17th-19th

@Birddog6424 … do you have any details on the mil reticle designs they plan to put in the 3-18x50 version?

 

[Birddog6424]

@Birddog6424 … do you have any details on the mil reticle designs they plan to put in the 3-18x50 version?

I havent heard specifics. I doubt they'll reinvent the wheel.

Burris/Steiner has the G2B, the SCR, and SCR2, the H591, and the Horus Tremor 3 & 5 in their wheelhouse. Steiner has a couple others in addition to that, though I doubt they'll use the MSR. So there's a few good ones to choose from.