Rifle Scopes Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
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Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
Whatever you do you are going to want your adj and reticle to match. I have the NP-R2 and really like it. I think I would like the NP-R1 even better. The NP-R2 is just a little more spaced out and makes holding your wind a little harder (For me). If you do the Mil system I would go with MLR over Mil-Dot.
Hope this helped,
Rhett
Whatever you do you are going to want your adj and reticle to match. I have the NP-R2 and really like it. I think I would like the NP-R1 even better. The NP-R2 is just a little more spaced out and makes holding your wind a little harder (For me). If you do the Mil system I would go with MLR over Mil-Dot.
Hope this helped,
Rhett
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
IMO, the 2 most functional reticles are the MLR and the NP-R1. If you prefer mils, run the MLR. If you prefer MOA, run the NP-R1. The spacing on the horizontal NP-R2 reticle is 5 MOA, so it's a little more difficult for precise lead and wind holdovers. The NP-R1 has 2 MOA spacing, and is more useful. I have both NP-R1 and NP-R2 recticles, and prefer the NP-R1.
IMO, the 2 most functional reticles are the MLR and the NP-R1. If you prefer mils, run the MLR. If you prefer MOA, run the NP-R1. The spacing on the horizontal NP-R2 reticle is 5 MOA, so it's a little more difficult for precise lead and wind holdovers. The NP-R1 has 2 MOA spacing, and is more useful. I have both NP-R1 and NP-R2 recticles, and prefer the NP-R1.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
I use a laser range finder for determining distances, so I never went the Mil route. I have the NP-R1 on my NXS and would recommend it.
I use a laser range finder for determining distances, so I never went the Mil route. I have the NP-R1 on my NXS and would recommend it.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
NPR1 all the way. It is the finest grade in my oppinion. Holds are easy with it and it is great for calling shots. And if you range with it it is great. So again NPR1. You can't go wrong.
NPR1 all the way. It is the finest grade in my oppinion. Holds are easy with it and it is great for calling shots. And if you range with it it is great. So again NPR1. You can't go wrong.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
I use the NP-2DD and love it. I just use the range finder for everything
I use the NP-2DD and love it. I just use the range finder for everything
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
I was thinking the NP-R1 had some many hash marks, that it would be distracting. However looks like people are not bothered by that.
If you are shooting unknown distances w/o a rangefinder, what is the best way to judge? Trained eye? With the scope?
Thanks for all the help.
I was thinking the NP-R1 had some many hash marks, that it would be distracting. However looks like people are not bothered by that.
If you are shooting unknown distances w/o a rangefinder, what is the best way to judge? Trained eye? With the scope?
Thanks for all the help.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: deadly0311</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Id recommend the MLR with matching .1mil turrets </div></div>
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: deadly0311</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Id recommend the MLR with matching .1mil turrets </div></div>
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Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
I have the Mil dot reticle and love it! If you are going to use a mil dot reticle, the NF mil reticle is the way to go. Get matching turrets either way you go and you will be very happy!
Good Luck
I have the Mil dot reticle and love it! If you are going to use a mil dot reticle, the NF mil reticle is the way to go. Get matching turrets either way you go and you will be very happy!
Good Luck
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: c1steve</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I was thinking the NP-R1 had some many hash marks, that it would be distracting. However looks like people are not bothered by that.
If you are shooting unknown distances w/o a rangefinder, what is the best way to judge? Trained eye? With the scope?
Thanks for all the help.
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Ranging formulas with your reticle. If you know the size of your target you can work out a formula to get the distance. It will take practice to get accurate with it. Here are some of the formulas.
Mil ranging formula.
Distance to Target(Yards) = Height of Target (Inches)Image Size(mils) * 27.77
MOA ranging formula
Distance to Target(Meters) = Height of Target (inches)Image Size(MOA) * 87.3
You can also try this: http://www.shooterready.com/
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: c1steve</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I was thinking the NP-R1 had some many hash marks, that it would be distracting. However looks like people are not bothered by that.
If you are shooting unknown distances w/o a rangefinder, what is the best way to judge? Trained eye? With the scope?
Thanks for all the help.
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Ranging formulas with your reticle. If you know the size of your target you can work out a formula to get the distance. It will take practice to get accurate with it. Here are some of the formulas.
Mil ranging formula.
Distance to Target(Yards) = Height of Target (Inches)Image Size(mils) * 27.77
MOA ranging formula
Distance to Target(Meters) = Height of Target (inches)Image Size(MOA) * 87.3
You can also try this: http://www.shooterready.com/
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
The shooter ready simulation is very interesting, a great way to learn before you are out on a range.
I am down to the NP-R1 or MLR. Thinking of the NP--R1 because the hash marks seem more intuitive as they are different sizes, not sure though.
The shooter ready simulation is very interesting, a great way to learn before you are out on a range.
I am down to the NP-R1 or MLR. Thinking of the NP--R1 because the hash marks seem more intuitive as they are different sizes, not sure though.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
I would look at both very closely. Personally, I prefer the NP-R1 or NP-R2 to the MLR.
I would look at both very closely. Personally, I prefer the NP-R1 or NP-R2 to the MLR.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
If you're an MOA shooter (as in, you have other scopes and/or shooting buddy calling MOA) then go with the NP-R1
If you work in mils, then go with the MLR. It makes little difference if you're a MOA or MIL shooter, just that you keep the turrets and the reticle and the spotter all matching.
I had an MLR that I really liked, but my other 2 NF's and my match partner's NF are all NP-R1's. When shooting the MLR I'd have to take his call and convert it, making the second shot slow. I traded out to a guy who had the same situation as me, but was looking for an MLR instead of an NP-R1.
If you're an MOA shooter (as in, you have other scopes and/or shooting buddy calling MOA) then go with the NP-R1
If you work in mils, then go with the MLR. It makes little difference if you're a MOA or MIL shooter, just that you keep the turrets and the reticle and the spotter all matching.
I had an MLR that I really liked, but my other 2 NF's and my match partner's NF are all NP-R1's. When shooting the MLR I'd have to take his call and convert it, making the second shot slow. I traded out to a guy who had the same situation as me, but was looking for an MLR instead of an NP-R1.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
c1steve, you should decide whether you want to work with mils or moa first then pick a reticle and turret combination that match (mil/mil or moa/moa). Personally I prefer mil because that's what I'm accustomed to. Do some research into both so that you have an idea of how to use them for ranging, hold over’s, wind holds etc. If I was picking it would definitely be the MLR with 0.1 mil adjustments.
c1steve, you should decide whether you want to work with mils or moa first then pick a reticle and turret combination that match (mil/mil or moa/moa). Personally I prefer mil because that's what I'm accustomed to. Do some research into both so that you have an idea of how to use them for ranging, hold over’s, wind holds etc. If I was picking it would definitely be the MLR with 0.1 mil adjustments.
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Well I have been doing my homework, and realize the FFP would make life much easier. Also FFP scopes seem to be MIL, not moa. Mathematically I can do either, but it looks like it will be mil (today).
Well I have been doing my homework, and realize the FFP would make life much easier. Also FFP scopes seem to be MIL, not moa. Mathematically I can do either, but it looks like it will be mil (today).
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
NPR1/moa or MLR/Mil
Either or will work just fine.
A 5.5-22X might be a bit better for 1K work.
NPR1/moa or MLR/Mil
Either or will work just fine.
A 5.5-22X might be a bit better for 1K work.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
NPR1/moa or MLR/Mil
if you think in inch rather than in cm i say npr1
vici versa
NPR1/moa or MLR/Mil
if you think in inch rather than in cm i say npr1
vici versa
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
I have a 5.5 22 npr1 And love it, not sure 10 power at 1000 yds is enough. Brian
I have a 5.5 22 npr1 And love it, not sure 10 power at 1000 yds is enough. Brian
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cobaltbomb</div><div class="ubbcode-body">NPR1/moa or MLR/Mil
if you think in inch rather than in cm i say npr1
vici versa
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Absolutely on the 2 combos you mentioned. But yes and no on the inch/cm thinking. Remember, mils are not metric. If you are shooting at 500 yds, the adjustments are not 0.5 cm; that only holds true if you are shooting at 500 meters.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cobaltbomb</div><div class="ubbcode-body">NPR1/moa or MLR/Mil
if you think in inch rather than in cm i say npr1
vici versa
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Absolutely on the 2 combos you mentioned. But yes and no on the inch/cm thinking. Remember, mils are not metric. If you are shooting at 500 yds, the adjustments are not 0.5 cm; that only holds true if you are shooting at 500 meters.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ramrod197</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a 5.5 22 npr1 And love it, not sure 10 power at 1000 yds is enough. Brian</div></div>
10 power could work fine at 1000 if your targets are big enough, say 40 inches or so. It is all about the size of the target. Plus, the perceived magnification effect is more pronounced at greater distances. For example, I shoot at 200 yds at around 18x, but at 500, 8x is more than enough on a 15" target.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ramrod197</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a 5.5 22 npr1 And love it, not sure 10 power at 1000 yds is enough. Brian</div></div>
10 power could work fine at 1000 if your targets are big enough, say 40 inches or so. It is all about the size of the target. Plus, the perceived magnification effect is more pronounced at greater distances. For example, I shoot at 200 yds at around 18x, but at 500, 8x is more than enough on a 15" target.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
The MOA range formula above can be more simple. Target size in inches/ by MOA X 100. is your range in yards. Very simple. So I would say NPR1. Thats the way I went and I love it. In the words of tony the tiger. Theyr'e Greeeaaaattt!!!
The MOA range formula above can be more simple. Target size in inches/ by MOA X 100. is your range in yards. Very simple. So I would say NPR1. Thats the way I went and I love it. In the words of tony the tiger. Theyr'e Greeeaaaattt!!!
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Target size in inches/ by MOA X 100. is your range in yards.</div></div>
Umm, no. That's the formula for an IPHY (Inch Per Hundred Yard) reticle, which is about 5 percent off from a MOA reticle.
Here are the correct formulas:
Ranging Formulas
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Target size in inches/ by MOA X 100. is your range in yards.</div></div>
Umm, no. That's the formula for an IPHY (Inch Per Hundred Yard) reticle, which is about 5 percent off from a MOA reticle.
Here are the correct formulas:
Ranging Formulas
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lindy</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Target size in inches/ by MOA X 100. is your range in yards.</div></div>
Umm, no. That's the formula for an IPHY (Inch Per Hundred Yard) reticle, which is about 5 percent off from a MOA reticle.
Here are the correct formulas:
Ranging Formulas
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Yup, the MOA formula is easy, but Robert had it upside down.
Inches X 100 (or 95.5 for more precision) / MOAs
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lindy</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Target size in inches/ by MOA X 100. is your range in yards.</div></div>
Umm, no. That's the formula for an IPHY (Inch Per Hundred Yard) reticle, which is about 5 percent off from a MOA reticle.
Here are the correct formulas:
Ranging Formulas
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Yup, the MOA formula is easy, but Robert had it upside down.
Inches X 100 (or 95.5 for more precision) / MOAs
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
It's not upside down if you perform the operations in that order.
[Target size (inches) / image size] * 95.5 = [target size inches * 95.5] / image size (MOA)
It's the 95.5 instead of 100 which was wrong.
It's not upside down if you perform the operations in that order.
[Target size (inches) / image size] * 95.5 = [target size inches * 95.5] / image size (MOA)
It's the 95.5 instead of 100 which was wrong.
Re: Which NF reticle for up to 1000 yard
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HuntinAZ</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Whatever you do you are going to want your adj and reticle to match. I have the NP-R2 and really like it. I think I would like the NP-R1 even better. The NP-R2 is just a little more spaced out and makes holding your wind a little harder (For me). If you do the Mil system I would go with MLR over Mil-Dot.
Rhett </div></div>
I have two NXS's with NP-R1 & one NXS with the NP-R2 reticle both are great, out to 1K I think both work very well.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HuntinAZ</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Whatever you do you are going to want your adj and reticle to match. I have the NP-R2 and really like it. I think I would like the NP-R1 even better. The NP-R2 is just a little more spaced out and makes holding your wind a little harder (For me). If you do the Mil system I would go with MLR over Mil-Dot.
Rhett </div></div>
I have two NXS's with NP-R1 & one NXS with the NP-R2 reticle both are great, out to 1K I think both work very well.
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