Rifle Scopes Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50

[jla956]

I have decided to purchase a Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50 for my Kimber 8400 Tactical. I would like to get some feedback and suggestions regarding the various options that they offer on this scope.

First off - should I go with a MOA or a MRAD model - what are the pros and cons? Next, which reticle and turret options?

On the MOA model they offer the EBR-1 reticle with either a 15 or 25 MOA turret, or a EBR-2B reticle with only a 25 MOA turret.

On the MRAD model they offer the EBR-2B reticle with either a 5 or 10 MRAD turret or the EBR-3 reticle with either a 5 or 10 MRAD turret.

I have never shot MRAD or Mil-Dot reticles so I'm only familiar with a standard MOA scope with a simple cross-hair reticle in 1/8 or 1/4 inch adjustments. So, even the MOA reticles that Vortex offers on this scope will be quite different from what I'm familiar with.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions and input.

 

[Mike]

Re: Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50

If you're familiar with MOA, go with MOA.

Go with the EBR-2B and 25 MOA turret

There aren't really any options to pick for you other than that. Vortex are fantastic scopes and you wont be disappointed.

 

[PRScustom]

Re: Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50

MOA or MRAD does not really make a difference it is just what you are more comfortable with. I find that I like MRAD better. I got the EBR-2 reticle because I liked the drop and holdover dots. I thought that they might be a little much but I actually like how vortex did it. On 5X they are very small and if you focus on the cross-hairs not really that visible. As you turn up the magnification they become more visible. Even at max magnification they are very useful, but still somehow not in the way. Go for the bigger turrets. I got the 10 mil versions and it is just slightly over 10 mils to get my .308 to 1,000yrd. So basically one full turn and I'm to 1,000 ready to go. Beats having to continually turn the turret. They are great scopes and exceptionally clear, have fun with it.

 

[427Cobra]

Re: Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50

My response here is the same as 6mmBR, with the added suggestion you complete your profile, reason is somebody lives close to you, and probably has and will be willing to show off his toys to help you make your decision easier.

 

[Tackman11]

Re: Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50

I would suggest you go with what ever your shooting buddy, partner, club members have.