Written by Ryan Domke
In my spare time, I’m always searching the internet, including YouTube, to check out optics and accessories. Whether it’s for a personal build or a work project, I spend more time than I’d like to admit watching and reading reviews.
And to a degree, it’s literally my job to stay up to date on the newest offerings in the industry.
I’ve seen quite a few reviews of GUNNR’s LPVOs popping up on YouTube over the last several months, but haven’t had one actually cross my desk yet. So when GUNNR offered to send out one of its newest offerings, the HEIMDALL 6-24×50 HPVO, I quickly had them send it my way to review.
I’m more of an LPVO guy, but not enough to where I’d turn down this HPVO review opportunity.
I haven’t had a ton of time behind the trigger with it (yet), as it just came out, but I was able to hit the range and start putting it through its paces to get a decent feel for its potential before writing this review.
A quick look revealed a nice and crisp reticle, and the multi-coated glass seemed extremely clear. The glass clarity honestly surpassed my expectations. We were off to a good start.
During the two times I was able to take the scope for a spin, I only had access to 150 yards and closer, which proved to be light work for the HEIMDALL. No surprise there.
The reticle doesn’t clutter the view.
Durability-wise, I didn’t have time to give a torture test or anything, but I did drop it accidentally and shot it in the rain, and experienced no fogging or any other issues. While I have yet to put hundreds of rounds through any rifle with this scope, I don’t foresee there being any cause for concern once I do.
A little rain never hurt.
No drainage systems were hurt during this review.
As mentioned, the reticle does provide red illumination settings, which were fine in lower light and overcast conditions, but it was far from “daylight bright” in full sun. That would probably be one of my main suggestions for improvement.
The glass quality stood out once I started stretching the distance. Edge-to-edge clarity was excellent from 6x up to around 12x; beyond that, especially in the 20-24x range, there was some softening at the edges, but nothing that affected my shooting too much.
Light transmission was pretty good into the late afternoon, but it seemed to lack slightly towards the evening.
Simply remove the turret to access the zero stop.
As you’re shooting, especially if quickly transitioning between distances, the zero stop comes in handy.
To supplement the zero stop and allow worry-free adjustments, the HEIMDALL has locking turrets as well. I prefer locking turrets to capped ones, so these are good to go in my book.
Pros
The listed specs were right on.
So far, the GUNNR HEIMDALL 6-24×50 HPVO seems like it will hang with the competition in its price point just fine.
If you’re a hunter, target shooter, or getting into long-range precision shooting and want a reliable scope without breaking the bank, this scope is one you can add to your list to check out.
One last look before wrapping up.
As always, stay safe, train hard, and have fun.
Author Intro:
Ryan Domke is a freelance writer, photographer and social media consultant with a passion for guns and tactical gear. He works with some of the largest manufacturers in the firearms industry, allowing him the opportunity to continuously learn from and knowledge share with the 2A community. When he’s not spending time with his family, you’ll likely find him at the range or starting a new DIY project.
In my spare time, I’m always searching the internet, including YouTube, to check out optics and accessories. Whether it’s for a personal build or a work project, I spend more time than I’d like to admit watching and reading reviews.
And to a degree, it’s literally my job to stay up to date on the newest offerings in the industry.
I’ve seen quite a few reviews of GUNNR’s LPVOs popping up on YouTube over the last several months, but haven’t had one actually cross my desk yet. So when GUNNR offered to send out one of its newest offerings, the HEIMDALL 6-24×50 HPVO, I quickly had them send it my way to review.
I’m more of an LPVO guy, but not enough to where I’d turn down this HPVO review opportunity.
Who says a budget rifle doesn’t deserve an HPVO?
I haven’t had a ton of time behind the trigger with it (yet), as it just came out, but I was able to hit the range and start putting it through its paces to get a decent feel for its potential before writing this review.
First Impressions
Opening the delivery box revealed a nicely designed, branded box with a custom-cut foam insert keeping the HPVO safe. In addition to the scope itself, there was also a:- Throw lever
- CR2032 battery
- Lens covers
- Multi tool
- Cleaning cloth
- Manual
A quick look revealed a nice and crisp reticle, and the multi-coated glass seemed extremely clear. The glass clarity honestly surpassed my expectations. We were off to a good start.
How We Tested
Using a Primary Arms scope mount, I mounted the HEIMDALL on a BCA-15 chambered in .223/5.56. Getting it zeroed in at the range didn’t take long. The adjustment knobs provided solid tactile and audible feedback when turned, which made making small adjustments easy.During the two times I was able to take the scope for a spin, I only had access to 150 yards and closer, which proved to be light work for the HEIMDALL. No surprise there.
The reticle doesn’t clutter the view.
Durability-wise, I didn’t have time to give a torture test or anything, but I did drop it accidentally and shot it in the rain, and experienced no fogging or any other issues. While I have yet to put hundreds of rounds through any rifle with this scope, I don’t foresee there being any cause for concern once I do.
A little rain never hurt.
Features
Of course, the reticle is one of the main highlights. It’s a first focal plane (FFP) reticle with plenty of hash marks and illumination. It’s sharp and provides a ton of detail for precision work. And, it doesn’t get too thick and clog your view even at full magnification.No drainage systems were hurt during this review.
As mentioned, the reticle does provide red illumination settings, which were fine in lower light and overcast conditions, but it was far from “daylight bright” in full sun. That would probably be one of my main suggestions for improvement.
The glass quality stood out once I started stretching the distance. Edge-to-edge clarity was excellent from 6x up to around 12x; beyond that, especially in the 20-24x range, there was some softening at the edges, but nothing that affected my shooting too much.
Light transmission was pretty good into the late afternoon, but it seemed to lack slightly towards the evening.
Simply remove the turret to access the zero stop.
As you’re shooting, especially if quickly transitioning between distances, the zero stop comes in handy.
To supplement the zero stop and allow worry-free adjustments, the HEIMDALL has locking turrets as well. I prefer locking turrets to capped ones, so these are good to go in my book.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Functional, clean FFP reticle
- Holds zero under recoil
- Solid build quality for the price
- High-quality multi-coated lenses
- Zero stop and locking turrets
- Affordable
- Minimal edge distortion even under increased magnification
- Illuminated reticle can use some additional brightness
- Heavier than much of the competition
Specifications
| Magnification | 6-24x |
| Objective Diameter | 50mm |
| Eye Relief | 3.5 – 3.2 Inches |
| Field of View (100 Yards) | 19.08 – 4.85 Feet |
| Tube Size | 30mm |
| Turret Adjustment | ⅛ MOA |
| Reticle Position | First Focal Plane |
| Reticle Details | Illuminated Etched MOA |
| Illumination Color | Red |
| Battery | CR2032 |
| Elevation/Windage Range | +/- 20 MOA |
| Parallax | Side Parallax Adjustment 10 Yards – Infinity |
| Water/Dust Proof Rating | IP67 |
| Shockproof | 3,500G |
| Length | 15.1 Inches |
| Weight | 32 Ounces |
The listed specs were right on.
So far, the GUNNR HEIMDALL 6-24×50 HPVO seems like it will hang with the competition in its price point just fine.
If you’re a hunter, target shooter, or getting into long-range precision shooting and want a reliable scope without breaking the bank, this scope is one you can add to your list to check out.
One last look before wrapping up.
As always, stay safe, train hard, and have fun.
Author Intro:
Ryan Domke is a freelance writer, photographer and social media consultant with a passion for guns and tactical gear. He works with some of the largest manufacturers in the firearms industry, allowing him the opportunity to continuously learn from and knowledge share with the 2A community. When he’s not spending time with his family, you’ll likely find him at the range or starting a new DIY project.
