Rifle Scopes ebr-1 vs ebr-2

[TexasTightwad]

Looking for thoughts on vortex reticles. I am planning on getting a used Razor Gen 2 4.5-27x56 in mrad, and I figured that I would probably like an ebr-2c reticle, but I am finding some good deals on ebr-1c's.

I guess what I want to know is, those who have ebr-2c reticles, how much do you use the "christmas tree?" My intended purpose is hunting, recreational shooting, and I plan on trying PRS competition.

 

[Ruslow]

Really it is up to the shooter some say the xmas tree is to busy. That was my thought to till I started using one. You really are just focusing on where your shot broke at [which hopefully was on the crosshairs] but you can see where it hit at and do fast followup placements then. Lot better than seeing it hit in open scope with no references IMO. Stan

 

[A5scott]

I think the xmas tree reticles give you better resale value and are easier to sell. I have the EBR-2c and like it, and when shooting, like Ruslow said, the reticle does not distract or get I'm the way. Spotting with it, I do like a cleaner reticle like the ebr-1c. I can usually track the impact and then move the scope to measure for the correction. I think after a lot of time behind it, your eye can pick up the splashes without needing the tree.I picked up a Kahles with the SKMR1 reticle, and so far don't miss the tree. It comes down to your preference, what your eye likes.

Scott

 

[just browsing]

I’d venture a guess that most people with tree reticles don’t use them much (if at all) and just prefer to have it and not need it.

Most comp guys that I know dial elevation and hold off for wind, with the only exception being on stages where no dialing is allowed. Otherwise the tree really isn’t necessary.

It does seem to help resale value slightly but it really just comes down to preference. Personally I’ve never really used them unless I’m spotting, otherwise tree-less reticles are fine with me.

 

[TexasTightwad]

Hmm I hadn't even thought of using it to mark impacts and adjust. I was only thinking about holdoffs when you don't have time to dial. Where I will be hunting, the only opportunity for long range is on a dirt road where a gas pipeline was installed. At roughly 12 yards wide, if something pops out to cross, I will have to react quickly.

 

[Rob01]

As stated it's a personal preference as to what you like. Either can be used effectively with practice. I have both and both reticles work well. The main differences between the 2 and the 1 is that the 2 has a small open center and the Christmas tree in the lower quadrants. Some don't like an open center and want a fixed crosshair and some do like it. Just like the Christmas tree. Back to personal preference.

A couple crappy pics. Scopes are much nicer looking in person. I suck at through the scope pics. Sorry.

1C at about 20x at 400.

2C from a PST at 24x at 400.

 

[TexasTightwad]

Open center or complete crosshair does not matter too much to me, although I think I would like the open center just a smidgen more. Using the tree for dialing corrections seems like it would be really usefull, so I think I will hold out for a ebr-2c. Now I just have to be patient and watch for a great deal!

 

[Ravenyzf-r6]

https://www.snipershide.com/shootin...reat-match-get-it.6880237/page-2#post-7074278

Follow that page and keep the payment method at hand! They have had a good deal on the gen II 4-27 a few times.