will a 2.5x10x24 be lacking much light gathering ability as compared to a 2.5x10x32? this scope will be going on a coyote rifle.
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I would go with the 32, I can't tell you how much more light it'll bring in, but it will be more, even if its only five minutes that could make or break a hunt
I would go with the 32, I can't tell you how much more light it'll bring in, but it will be more, even if its only five minutes that could make or break a hunt
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thanks for the replies,i thought the 32mm might be the best for what i am going to do with it. I just thought if there was not much difference it would be a little lighter.
thanks for the replies,i thought the 32mm might be the best for what i am going to do with it. I just thought if there was not much difference it would be a little lighter.
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I was surprised going from a 24mm to a 32mm made that big of a difference but it did.
Also I like the look of the 32mm more.
Mike @ CST
I was surprised going from a 24mm to a 32mm made that big of a difference but it did.
Also I like the look of the 32mm more.
Mike @ CST
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32^2/24^2 = 1.77777777...
Rough estimate (yes, lots of things can be applied here but), appx 77% more light gathering.
A buddy of mine has the 24 and I have a 32. I get about 10 more mins of shooting time in when we tried it in September at a night match.
Then I pulled out the 50mm NXS and it ran for quite a while longer without trouble. Eventually the NV setups were put on the rifles but we wanted to test it just for SnG's.
ETA: The x32 is a very compact/light optic already and the difference in weight will be minimal at best. I'd venture to guess that a few loaded rounds of rifle ammo would be the difference in weight between the two.
32^2/24^2 = 1.77777777...
Rough estimate (yes, lots of things can be applied here but), appx 77% more light gathering.
A buddy of mine has the 24 and I have a 32. I get about 10 more mins of shooting time in when we tried it in September at a night match.
Then I pulled out the 50mm NXS and it ran for quite a while longer without trouble. Eventually the NV setups were put on the rifles but we wanted to test it just for SnG's.
ETA: The x32 is a very compact/light optic already and the difference in weight will be minimal at best. I'd venture to guess that a few loaded rounds of rifle ammo would be the difference in weight between the two.
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2.4mm vs 3.2mm exit pupil means that the 2.5-10X32 will afford an easier "eye box" to utilize (easier to get a full an dclear sight picture with more lenient eye releief).
2.4mm vs 3.2mm exit pupil means that the 2.5-10X32 will afford an easier "eye box" to utilize (easier to get a full an dclear sight picture with more lenient eye releief).
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When I bought my first Nightforce, it was at a time when the 2.5-10X32 were just coming out and the 2.5-10X24 was still available. I took an hour drive to my "local" dealer with the intention of buying the 24mm model. After getting there and comparing the 24 and 32 side by side, I walked out with the 32mm model. I would say that the difference in physical size is very noticable, but the difference in weight is negligible. The 32mm model is very compact. The 24mm model is just more compact, but the benefits that the 32mm model offers far outweigh the differce in size and weight.
The 32mm offers a more forgiving eye box and you can really see the difference in light transmission in less than ideal conditions. It just so happened to be raining on the day that I went to check them out.
When I bought my first Nightforce, it was at a time when the 2.5-10X32 were just coming out and the 2.5-10X24 was still available. I took an hour drive to my "local" dealer with the intention of buying the 24mm model. After getting there and comparing the 24 and 32 side by side, I walked out with the 32mm model. I would say that the difference in physical size is very noticable, but the difference in weight is negligible. The 32mm model is very compact. The 24mm model is just more compact, but the benefits that the 32mm model offers far outweigh the differce in size and weight.
The 32mm offers a more forgiving eye box and you can really see the difference in light transmission in less than ideal conditions. It just so happened to be raining on the day that I went to check them out.
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The 2.5-10x32mm in one of my favorite compact scopes on the market. The are a built very well (like a tank), very nice glass, the 0-Stop turrets are nice, and NF offer great CS.
We have them in stock with the NPR2 1/4moa 0-Stop and Mil-Dot with 1/10mil 0-Stop.
Here is a link to them on our website.
Mike @ CST
The 2.5-10x32mm in one of my favorite compact scopes on the market. The are a built very well (like a tank), very nice glass, the 0-Stop turrets are nice, and NF offer great CS.
We have them in stock with the NPR2 1/4moa 0-Stop and Mil-Dot with 1/10mil 0-Stop.
Here is a link to them on our website.
Mike @ CST
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I think you guys are right about the 32mm,and that is probably the one I will buy. Although I do a lot of coyote hunting this time of year,it will be hard to justify that kind of money. But it will be worth it when the snow flies and I'm out calling those song dogs. So thank you guys for the input.
I think you guys are right about the 32mm,and that is probably the one I will buy. Although I do a lot of coyote hunting this time of year,it will be hard to justify that kind of money. But it will be worth it when the snow flies and I'm out calling those song dogs. So thank you guys for the input.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: T-Hoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Although I do a lot of coyote hunting this time of year,it will be hard to justify that kind of money. </div></div>
Not hard at all to justify, if that's what you like!
That's what I got mine for.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: T-Hoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Although I do a lot of coyote hunting this time of year,it will be hard to justify that kind of money. </div></div>
Not hard at all to justify, if that's what you like!
That's what I got mine for.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: T-Hoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think you guys are right about the 32mm,and that is probably the one I will buy. Although I do a lot of coyote hunting this time of year,it will be hard to justify that kind of money. But it will be worth it when the snow flies and I'm out calling those song dogs. So thank you guys for the input. </div></div>
Yeah, the cost is kind of high, but it isn't as high as it is for some other scopes that are out there. The Nightforce is a good bang for the buck in terms of the total package (build and glass quality). What you have to keep in mind is that a Nightforce scope can truly be one of those things that you'll never have to buy again.
If you compare the cost of the scope over the long term, the longer you have it, the cheaper it gets, in a sense. Take my rifle for example. I bought a cheap SPS Tactical for $550. I added a $225 HSP stock to it. I added a Wyatt's DM to it. The mount ran about $150, etc. So, I have just over $1K in the rifle. Now, accuracy has started to degrade (I've shot the heck out of this rifle) and I just ordered a Krieger barrel for it. That's gonna be another $500 or so once it's said and done. At some point I'll shoot that barrel out and will need another, or need to replace something else due to wear. With the Nightforce, it's a one time deal. Buy once, cry once so to speak.
Will a "lesser" scope do the job? For many, it will, but I like having equipment that I don't have to worry about and can expect to work. I was at the range this past Sunday and had a guy next to me with a some flavor of Leupold. I think it was a VXIII. He was there to resight the rifle because he dropped it and the scope was out of whack. I like not having to worry about stuff like that.
The point that I'm trying to make is that the cost of a good scope is a drop in the bucket, and a worthwhile investment. It gives me piece of mind and enhances my shooting experience.
I'll tell you this. I remember when I bought my first Nightforce. I had a really hard time counting out the bills, but that was the last time that I felt the pain. Looking through one of my Nightforce scopes still puts a smile on my face and I haven't regretted spending the money for a second.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: T-Hoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think you guys are right about the 32mm,and that is probably the one I will buy. Although I do a lot of coyote hunting this time of year,it will be hard to justify that kind of money. But it will be worth it when the snow flies and I'm out calling those song dogs. So thank you guys for the input. </div></div>
Yeah, the cost is kind of high, but it isn't as high as it is for some other scopes that are out there. The Nightforce is a good bang for the buck in terms of the total package (build and glass quality). What you have to keep in mind is that a Nightforce scope can truly be one of those things that you'll never have to buy again.
If you compare the cost of the scope over the long term, the longer you have it, the cheaper it gets, in a sense. Take my rifle for example. I bought a cheap SPS Tactical for $550. I added a $225 HSP stock to it. I added a Wyatt's DM to it. The mount ran about $150, etc. So, I have just over $1K in the rifle. Now, accuracy has started to degrade (I've shot the heck out of this rifle) and I just ordered a Krieger barrel for it. That's gonna be another $500 or so once it's said and done. At some point I'll shoot that barrel out and will need another, or need to replace something else due to wear. With the Nightforce, it's a one time deal. Buy once, cry once so to speak.
Will a "lesser" scope do the job? For many, it will, but I like having equipment that I don't have to worry about and can expect to work. I was at the range this past Sunday and had a guy next to me with a some flavor of Leupold. I think it was a VXIII. He was there to resight the rifle because he dropped it and the scope was out of whack. I like not having to worry about stuff like that.
The point that I'm trying to make is that the cost of a good scope is a drop in the bucket, and a worthwhile investment. It gives me piece of mind and enhances my shooting experience.
I'll tell you this. I remember when I bought my first Nightforce. I had a really hard time counting out the bills, but that was the last time that I felt the pain. Looking through one of my Nightforce scopes still puts a smile on my face and I haven't regretted spending the money for a second.
