Zero Compromise Optic MPCT2X Reticle Design

[Lowlight]

Written by Nick Gebhardt 

At Zero Compromise Optic we are always staying on top of industry trends and keeping an ear open to what our customer base is asking for. When we first developed our original reticles, the MPCT1 and MPCT2, they were highly advanced and represented what customers were looking for at that time. Over the last couple of years some new trends have emerged and we’ve been following these ideas with interest and analyzing how our own products can be improved. While our original MPCT2 reticle is still very popular, we felt that we could make it better and more in line with current trends. So, how exactly did we improve on one of the best reticles in the industry?



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[RKBArmory]

All of those improvements make good sense, to me. Great explanation!

 

[CSTactical]

Thank you for the article @Lowlight!

Anyone looking for a FDE ZC527 M2X we have one in stock! Order here!!!

 

[CK1.0]

Very cool, looks like the EBR-7C I’m already used to, but enhanced and with some of the fat trimmed.

I had admired the build quality of the ZCO’s but wasn’t a fan of any of their reticles… now I could see myself picking up a more Gucci scope at some point sooner or later.

 

[driftersgear]

Awesome company. Listening to feedback of shooters and making meaningful changes quickly!

 

[mr_fullmetal]

This scope doesn’t disappoint. @CSTactical Richard I’ll probably grab this if you still got it in the next few weeks. I currently have the MPCT-2 and the 2X changes seem fantastic

 

[BuildingConceptsllc]

So is there a reticle swap option ?

 

[NiteQwill]

Excellent write-up @gebhardt02

 

[jnesto]

Will be available on ZCO 4-20?

 

[kthomas]

This looks like a very smart reticle design, I dig it!

 

[Chesapeake]

Will be available on ZCO 4-20?

It will not be.

 

[Guns&WhiteWater]

Love this reticle. I’m a big fan of the MR4 because of the generous space around the center dot, the truncated top post, and overall simplicity for a tree reticle. This MPTC2X improves on that with the half mil marks and whole mil dots. Basically it goes to eleven. Going to have to start saving up now.

 

[Baron23]

I have a 5-27 with MPCT 3X. I went back and forth last year between 2 and 3X. I believe that if 2X was available then, I prob would have selected it for a cleaner and more open look...particularly in the tree.

I'm fine with the 3X and the tree doesn't distract me but I do like the looks of this 2X.

Cheers

 

[gebhardt02]

Regarding the availability of the new MPCT2X in our 4-20 or the 8-40.........given enough interest, we might do that. We aren't ruling out the possibility at all right now of offering this reticle in our other models.

 

[CSTactical]

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This scope doesn’t disappoint. @CSTactical Richard I’ll probably grab this if you still got it in the next few weeks. I currently have the MPCT-2 and the 2X changes seem fantastic

Let me know when you're ready, I'll have more coming in

 

[jnesto]

That is fantastic news!

 

[CSTactical]

Just a reminder for everyone to set up their accounts to get in line for both the ZC527 2X Reticle and/or the 10MIL reticle of your choice

Zero Compromise Optic ZC527 5-27x56 with 10 Mil Non-Locking Elevation Turret

CS Tactical - High Quality Optics including Zero Compromise Optics, ZCO, Zcompoptic, MRAD, 20 MOA. See our selection and get expert advice on the perfect scope for you.

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[BurtG]

Mpct3 ftw

#circlife


10 mil turrets probably are an improvement though

 

[CSTactical]

Mpct3 ftw

#circlife


10 mil turrets probably are an improvement though

I love the MPCT3X and will compare it to the MPCT2X 10 MIL I have on order for me personally.
Like I've explained thousands of times, you can like and use more than one reticle and they are similar enough
that switching back and forth won't be an issue for me.
- Richard

 

[BurtG]

I love the MPCT3X and will compare it to the MPCT2X 10 MIL I have on order for me personally.
Like I've explained thousands of times, you can like and use more than one reticle and they are similar enough
that switching back and forth won't be an issue for me.
- Richard

Where that 2.5-15 at ?

 

[CSTactical]

Where that 2.5-15 at ?

 

[Ragiornier_UGo]

Hi, I'm new on the platform. Looking for something similar to a zc420 (or a Steiner M7XI 2.9-20x50, or a s&b ultra short). Compact optic with all what's needed but at an affordable price!
Do you know where I can find informations?

Thank you

 

[BurtG]

Hi, I'm new on the platform. Looking for something similar to a zc420 (or a Steiner M7XI 2.9-20x50, or a s&b ultra short). Compact optic with all what's needed but at an affordable price!
Do you know where I can find informations?

Thank you

Nx8 2.5-20 or 4-32 for $1500-1900

If that’s too much I have a vudu 5-25 for $950. Nice scopes like 11” long

 

[Faith7]

While I am relatively new to optics, and even newer to ZCO, this reticle redesign is certainly an improvement. I like everything, but the increased space around the center dot is excellent. I guess the ZCO 4-20x50 is my goal scope.

 

[jbonnie]

Is it wrong that I now feel my MPCT2s are now, somehow, less wonderful?

 

[CSTactical]

Is it wrong that I now feel my MPCT2s are now, somehow, less wonderful?

Yes it is wrong, it's still a splendid reticle...

*Better clarification* @jbonnie

 

[CSTactical]

Update: The 10 MIL and MPCT2X are starting to ship to us! Get in line for the pre-order here!!!

 

[TheOtherAndrew]

I love the MPCT3X and will compare it to the MPCT2X 10 MIL I have on order for me personally.
Like I've explained thousands of times, you can like and use more than one reticle and they are similar enough
that switching back and forth won't be an issue for me.
- Richard

ZCO actually adapts to the market Im kinda impressed (cough.... tangent). My vision is a 12mil turret on a 420 ZCO. Reason being I just want an easy clock system on the top of the turret to spot reference for quick(er) wind calls.

Clicks on the 15mil turret Ive gotten used to and like a lot, and Im sure that'll be the case for any version ZCO puts out....so for now Il just pencil over the top etchings to get what I want out of it....could try some kind of dough-nut sticker

 

[Habu34]

Hello from France

Just for comparison :

 

[Faith7]

Hello from France

Just for comparison :

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Interesting. Do you mind helping a newcomer to scopes out by answering a question? The Leupold reticle says MIL, but the hash marks on the horizontal line seem to be MOA. Thank you. F7

 

[Guthwine]

Interesting. Do you mind helping a newcomer to scopes out by answering a question? The Leupold reticle says MIL, but the hash marks on the horizontal line seem to be MOA. Thank you. F7

These hashmarks are 0,25 mrad to reduce clutter.

 

[Faith7]

Hmm. That’s a new on me, but again, I am new. But I do like clutter reduction. Thank you.

 

[Conrad]

Regarding the availability of the new MPCT2X in our 4-20 or the 8-40.........given enough interest, we might do that. We aren't ruling out the possibility at all right now of offering this reticle in our other models.

Yes please in the 4-20. @gebhardt02

 

[xanderzuk]

Regarding the availability of the new MPCT2X in our 4-20 or the 8-40.........given enough interest, we might do that. We aren't ruling out the possibility at all right now of offering this reticle in our other models.

I would buy a 4-20 if it had this reticle

 

[Conrad]

If you want to start making a list to judge demand for 4-20 MPCT2X.

I’d take 2.

 

[CSTactical]

If you want to start making a list to judge demand for 4-20 MPCT2X.

I’d take 2.

I have you down! - Richard

 

[CageFighter]

If you want to start making a list to judge demand for 4-20 MPCT2X.

I’d take 2.

and I would take 1 too!

 

[DJL2]

I mean, I don't know shit from shinola, but when I saw the MPCT2X reticle my first that was "That! That's what it's supposed to be." I don't know how well it handles wide zoom ranges and low magnification (low light), but man is that clean/legible and intuitive looking.

 

[Hogrider2000]

the comparison of the ZCO and Leupold is excellent and I could easily work with either. I am in the LE/MIL program for Leupold so that is a significant factor. If ZCO had one of those I would be interested.

I have written three emails to Leupold asking questions and the PR2 MIL and have not gotten an answer yet ..

 

[gamewarden]

Anything new with the MPCT2X and the 4-20?

 

[Leighton]

Any update on this? I’m very interested in a 4-20 with the MPCT2X.

 

[gebhardt02]

@Leighton924 nothing to release yet on when a ZC420 with MPCT2X might be available.

 

[CageFighter]

holding out till SHOT?

 

[FNG1001]

Can ZCO swap out reticles on scopes sent back?

 

[dscl]

Can ZCO swap out reticles on scopes sent back?

They do not

 

[CageFighter]

They do not

That sucks! Makes me wanna wait alittle longer since winter coming.

 

[Superjet]

MPCT2x and 10 mill turret on the 4-20 please

 

[Phoenix19861]

MPCT2x on the 8-40 pleaseee

 

[Raptorman2014]

Regarding the availability of the new MPCT2X in our 4-20 or the 8-40.........given enough interest, we might do that. We aren't ruling out the possibility at all right now of offering this reticle in our other models.

Any updates for the 420 and MPCT2X?

 

[gebhardt02]

Nothing official to release at the moment.