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Rifle Scopes Zero Compromise Optic update
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The 5-27 was worth the wait, wow. This is a huge step up from my NF 2.5-10x42 (I know, not a fair comparison, but it's all I've got around me right now). It's also noticeably nicer than a lot of other scopes I've looked through (Vortex, other NF, even S&B), though I'm not able to do a side-by-side, just going from memory, but it definitely is up there with all the best.
The turrets feel great; elevation and windage both. It's going to take me a bit to get used to how fine the clicks are, I'm used to a much larger spacing. The illumination gets quite bright, and the glass is as clean as can be. I'm very sensitive to CA, and I don't see it even with high contrast scenes. I'll get it mounted up tomorrow and see about getting it out to the range (waiting on some rosin). I love the MPCT2 reticle, too.
The turrets feel great; elevation and windage both. It's going to take me a bit to get used to how fine the clicks are, I'm used to a much larger spacing. The illumination gets quite bright, and the glass is as clean as can be. I'm very sensitive to CA, and I don't see it even with high contrast scenes. I'll get it mounted up tomorrow and see about getting it out to the range (waiting on some rosin). I love the MPCT2 reticle, too.
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My ZCO 527 arrived this morning. Already got it mounted up on my spurh mount. I couldn’t be happier. I’m really glad I went with ZCO and Spurh. Thanks to Troy at Mile Hile for getting me new scope ASAP. Now I need to load some ammo and hit the range.
Not RS14, but here's a picture of my current setup with ZCO 527 w/ AADMOUNT caps, in a Spuhr 6601, on a 20MOA Impact 737r (about 40MOA total elevation):
Nice set up Looks Great !
Aadmount
Got out with my 4-20 this weekend for some hog hunting. One thing that has not been talked much about in this thread is the illumination. I love the AIM function on this scope as well as being able to switch the color from red to green.
The scope gathers light very well, I was able to use the ZCO about 20 minutes later than my Swaro EL’s which gathers light very well. Once the reticle started washing out as it got dark I switched on the illumination, it was very easy to dial in without any bleeding. I was using a green light and the red illumination worked extremely well. I watched several deer but unfortunately no hogs!
All in all I am extremely satisfied with every aspect of this scope, it performs as advertised and worth every penny!
The scope gathers light very well, I was able to use the ZCO about 20 minutes later than my Swaro EL’s which gathers light very well. Once the reticle started washing out as it got dark I switched on the illumination, it was very easy to dial in without any bleeding. I was using a green light and the red illumination worked extremely well. I watched several deer but unfortunately no hogs!
All in all I am extremely satisfied with every aspect of this scope, it performs as advertised and worth every penny!
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We got ours in to mount up and go shoot. Take pictures of as well. Scope looks and feels real nice. Zco guys have worked really awesome with us, one of those relationships that you do not mind at all.
Bucket list is AI AX- with RRS mount and ZCO 5-27 w/MPCT2 reticle. Just the thought of that combo...
Despite my stalwart effort to not purchase another scope this year, it seems I now need a ZCO.
Question now is whether I want the 420 or 527.
Dammit... @CSTactical
Question now is whether I want the 420 or 527.
Dammit... @CSTactical
Haven't laid eyes through a 420 yet, but the 527 is the nicest scope I have had the pleasure of using.
I’ve got the spuhr 1.18” with a 20moa mount. It fits good and would work with your setup. The ARC 1.10 should work as well. 1.26 if you wanna play it safe. Or to be positive you could measure it out and use the website to make sure.
I need some too and the ARD. Call or email Mile High or CS Tactical for Tenebraex caps, they've both got them. Gotta call CS for the ARD. Neither have them listed on their websites that I know of.
We have them on order again, but we are out of them right now
I highly suggestion going this route, instead: http://shop.aadmount.com/Flip-Up-Cap-Set-ZCO-ZC527-5-27X56mm-CAPS-ZCO56.htm
I'm much happier with these caps than I ever was with Tenebraex on other scopes, but as always, opinions are opinions, YMMV.
Just mounted up the 4-20 mpct2 from @CSTactical on the 300 PRC. Excited to use this thing finally.
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Awesome! Please let me know if we can assist you in the future.
Dang jw, that is a sweet rig! And the 4-20 looks amazing!
Thanks. Been 7 months on the rifle and it just showed up today. Had a 3-20US for it originally but I wanted to try a ZCO. Excited to get it out and see what it will do. I have high expectations for this scope. And the rifle also.
Troy at Mile High did all the work for me. But this is what was on my invoice for my Tenebraex caps for my ZC 527
Tenebraex:40MMFC-FCV
Tenebraex:SB5603-FCV
56ART-001BK1
That is one nice looking rig!!
Thank you. Hopefully it shoots just as well.
You are going to be spoiled rotten by the ZC4X20.Mine is a dream to work with I love everything about the scope.Good luck with your new setup.
Curious, what reticle are you looking for? I have a SB 3-20 US with a Tremor 3 reticle, but had quite a few reticles to choose from before selecting that one.
If you don't need a tree reticle the MSR2 is pretty nice in the 3-20, but I hear you, Schmidt is pretty lacking for a decent reticle. For what you're asking for, it does sound like the ZC420 is the best for you, there is certainly no other scope with as good of glass that offers 20x and ultra short with .2 mil hash reticle. If you want to go cheaper there are some other options.
SB has GR2ID reticle. Modern, relevant.
No love for the new LRR?
This is not available in the Ultra Shorts, only the 5-25
I can typically get the ZC420 in a reasonable time frame, it's usually weeks instead of months
The GR2ID reticle is really growing on me. I am sure they will eventually offer it in other models. It does work very well in the 5-25x
ILya
That's impressive coming from you, I know your disdain for fishing net reticles
Not to derail, but you have nice taste in rifles. Mine of course doesn't have the glass I wanted on it. I had a chance to look through both ZCO models at the SH cup and they are all they are cracked up to be. VERY NICE optic.
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Anybody know whether or not ZCO has plans to release a 1-8 for the 3 gun/IPSC market some time in the future?
Are those the .94” or 1.1” rings?
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