Reviews - NightForce NXS 3.5-15x50 Zero-Stop & Mil-Radian Reticle Tactical Waterproof Riflescope, Black - MLR Reviews - NF-RS-NXS3515-C132

Author: MarineMD (verified customer) , sportsman, from New York, NY on Mar 30, 2013
Pros:  super high quality
Cons:  hefty scope and hefty price (still less than the other premiums scope brands)
Would recommend:  yes

MarineMD wrote:

This is a great scope. Initially, I was upset that the side focus wheel was not labeled with the yardage, but then I came around. These yardages are typically inaccurate, and unimportant for me at typical hunting ranges in the Northeast. If you take one of these in your hands and turn the turrets and go through the magnifications and see the clarity of the glass at every magnification (no fuzzy edges at low mag), it made me feel the way I did when I drove an Audi RS6 (not mine!). Overall: They are big, beefy, hefty scopes and will need beefy rings to hold the scope in place. I tried some Leupold standard rings and the scope crept back despite being tightened down to recommended torque. I have switched over to NF rings. I 'll see how those do and report back. I found the R2 reticle to be less busy than the others. It is very thin, so you will need illumination in low light. It does allow you though to shoot extremely tight groups. bad stuff: Changing the brightness on the illumination ...
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Author: mbyoung72 (verified customer) from Nashville TN on Sep 5, 2012
Would recommend:  yes

mbyoung72 wrote:

It is very true you get what you pay for, therefore, if you want a non-canted reticle, excellent customer service, and spot on tracking this is the optic for you.

Author: cyclepath (verified customer) from San Francisco CA on Feb 2, 2012
Pros:  Best quality scope I have used so far
Cons:  Expensive but worth it
Would recommend:  yes

cyclepath wrote:

I sold a Leupold Mark4 for the Nightforce and couldn't be happier. The Nightforce has better quality glass and the zero stop feature is extremely handy for my applications. I would not hesitate to purchase another one for my other rifle. It is expensive but the quality is worth it.

Author: dannyboy0496 (verified customer) , Hunter, Law Enforcemnt, Former Marine, from Reno, NV on Oct 10, 2011
Pros:  Clarity of glass, MOA turrets, Illuminated reticle, Parallax adjustment capability
Cons:  None
Would recommend:  yes

dannyboy0496 wrote:

All things considered you as good as your equipment. I recently built a work and hunt rifle based on a Remington 700. My former issued weapon came issued with the 5.5 x 22 Nightforce. Wanting the same optics I chose the 3.5 x 15 as it better aligned with my performance objectives. Whether the rifle or optics, I was able to obtain my 100 yd. zero in three shots and maintained 1/4 minute grouping. Gathering my dope was an ease with the Nightforce and the ability to zero the turrets was easy with a positive lock. Love this scope. I recently returned from deer camp in north central Nevada and was able to dial up my dope with ease allowing me to successfully fire the shot which filled the tag. I find Nightforce to be in the same category as a Schmidt and Bender, but at a fraction of the cost. I always promote the Nightforce as the best scope per dollar out there; and shopping at Optics World will get the scope to you in a week rather than the average 20 -26 weeks with Nightforce Optics delivery ...
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Author: K (verified customer) , Avid Outdoorsman, from Volcano, HI on Jan 3, 2011
Pros:  Solid rifle scope
Cons:  none
Would recommend:  yes

K wrote:

Rock solid scope with great clarity at the ranges scope will be used for. Liked the NF mildot system see through instead of solid dots. Very dependable up/down and back to zero elevation adjustments. All in all a fine quality scope.

Author: Taiga (verified customer) , target shooter, hunter, from Fairbanks, AK on Mar 6, 2010
Pros:  superior optics
Cons:  heavy
Would recommend:  yes

Taiga wrote:

The lens are the clearest I've seen compared with my other riflescopes I have. I went with the NP-1 reticle, simple and effective for field use and benchrest. Wish it would come with flip-up scope caps. Overall, a well-built sturdy scope worth the money. I'll get another Nightforce when funding is available.

Author: autumnsummers1 , Mech Eng, from Frankfort Ky on Feb 11, 2010
Pros:  Where do I start, It works when the money is down
Cons:  Weight
Would recommend:  yes

autumnsummers1 wrote:

If my life is on the line I will be bringing my Nightforce nxs to the fight Many have and do put there life on the line with this scope in there hands, They pick it for a reason "It Works" and works well. Its hard to find cons with this fine piece of equipment. If anything bad about this scope I would say its heavy, But you want it to be strong so something has to give

Author: Bullox (verified customer) , target shooter, from Ripon Ca on Jan 31, 2010
Pros:  excellent scope
Cons:  a little pricey
Would recommend:  yes

Bullox wrote:

Very nice piece of glass will fit my needs well