Rifle Scopes Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

[XTR]

I know another this scope vs that scope question, but here we go.

My application is punching paper out to 1000 yds. Shooting F/TR with a .308. As far as I know I'll be shooting at static targets at known distances, I'm not planning to do a bunch of dialing.

I've pretty well made up my mind to get a NF 8-32x with an NP-2DD. The question for those who may have used both is which is the better choice for this application the BR with 1/8 MOA clicks or the NSX with 1/4?





I already though about the elevation limitations of the scopes, particularly the BR. The has 50 MOA, I need about 37 to get out to 1000. I've got a 20MOA base on the rifle now, so if we assume that the BR zeros somewhere w/i 25 to 30 off of the bottom on a flat base then I should have 40 to 45 MOA of elevation to get to 1000, gets me there with room to spare.


Anyone out there with a BR that can confirm or deny this assumption, though whatever it is I should be able to get a base to match and get the adjustment I need to reach 1000.

 

[Barney88PDC]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

For F class I would go with the BR model for the 1/8 MOA. It can help you fine tune the zero for 1000 yards.

 

[42769vette]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

if its a known distance rifle you are in no hurry with go with the br. if its a tactical unknown distance faster shooting rifle go nsx

 

[427Cobra]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

NSX is going to be a more durable scope, the knobs are easier to adjust and return to zero, and the side paralax is much nicer, the BR scopes are just that, Bench Rest.

 

[XTR]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

I had pretty much made up my mind to go with the BR but I recently saw an NSX for sale and it made me pause for a minute.

 

[Sandbogg]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

8-32 nxs (65moa)and probably a 30 moa base would work well, but I would definately wait for the hispeed zero stop to be available!!! (I would prefer the 5-22 with 90 moa, but that is me.)

 

[buffybuster]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

Since you're shooting KD, F-Class (BR-Prone) I would recommend the BR scope. You're not going to be messing with the PA too much (and the Obj Adj seems to be more forgiving) and the rough handling is probably going to amount to moving from your vehicle to the range and moving from berm to berm......

A 25-30MOA base will work best, though you might not get a 100yd ZERO (though that won't matter much).

 

[utahcybercowboy]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

It is possible to get the 8-32 nxs with 1/8 moa clicks. Eurooptics lists them. I have been pondering this scope. I am just afraid that 8 power is too much for the low end for some of the games I want to play.

 

[XTR]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Utahcybercowboy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It is possible to get the 8-32 nxs with 1/8 moa clicks. Eurooptics lists them. I have been pondering this scope. I am just afraid that 8 power is too much for the low end for some of the games I want to play.</div></div>

Not that I know of, the 1/8 MOA adjustments are only on the BR scopes.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: buffybuster</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Since you're shooting KD, F-Class (BR-Prone) I would recommend the BR scope. You're not going to be messing with the PA too much (and the Obj Adj seems to be more forgiving) and the rough handling is probably going to amount to moving from your vehicle to the range and moving from berm to berm......</div></div>

I'm on the same page here. I was just wondering if the NSX might have some performance advantage somewhere. I've never used one.

 

[leadbullet]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

since in F class the X ring is 1/2 MOA having a scope that only does 1/4 adjusment can get you out of the X pretty quick. The BR is the way to go, altough the NXS scope offer another inch of eye relief, it may not be needed depending on your cal.
hope this helps.

 

[XTR]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

There was an 8-36x BR with an NP-2DD that's been on the optics sale boards for a while, pulled the trigger on it this weekend.

 

[FequalsMA]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

I run a Nightforce BR 42 power for F-class. The 1/8th adjustments are ideal for dialing into an x ring.

 

[XTR]

Re: Nightforce BR v. Nightforce NSX question?

Took delivery of a like new BR 32 today. Now to get it mounted and play with it.

Initial impression, after lightly seating it in the rings... man does that thing look huge with the sunshade on!