Reviews - Page 3 - Vortex StrikeFire Red Dot Scope for AR15 SF-BR-AR15 Reviews - VX-RD-STKF-SF-BR-AR15

Author: Inca from Iowa on Jan 6, 2012
Pros:  it works
Cons:  location of on off button
Would recommend:  yes

Inca wrote:

its a little bright for Iowa but works every time i turn it on, but its not a scope with doubler on it so dont expect that from it. I got a SunOptics red dot first and it broke before I even got to the range, the vortex mount is strong, the flip open caps are hard to close but will keep everything out. I'v used it out to 100yds and am shur that i could hit a coyote at that range. If you have an AR15 and dont want to pay for an Aimpoint this is probly your best bet. OpticsPlanet is esay, fast and gives you a good deal, my order only took 48 hrs to get to my door.

Author: Thomasain (verified customer) , 45 male, LEO Expert marksman, from Birmingham AL on Nov 13, 2011
Pros:  Automatic shutoff
Cons:  Glare from the dot, limited adjustment range
Would recommend:  yes

Thomasain wrote:

Most folks here griped about the power button's position- on the side, poking out a little bit, just laying it in your gun case can turn it on. However, who says you have to mount it with the power button on the left side? Roll that thing over so that the button is on the bottom. Whoop-de-do, your windage and elevation knobs aren't in the traditional places- they're just as easy to get to. I ran out of elevation adjustment, so rolling mine over let me use the windage adjustment in place of elevation, and that worked out. Mounted on an SU16CA, so I was surprised that it ran out of adjustment, since the rail is so low on that weapon. Ah well. It's a two-eyes-open thing, also- the small diameter and lack of magnification (think Eotech, but smaller and with a relatively giant black border around the reticle) make this a compromise between huge money and El Cheapo import optics. This one skips multiple reticle shapes and colors for a simple red dot. That dot's kinda big and kinda oblong, but ...
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Author: xSoCALx (verified customer) from California on Oct 21, 2011
Pros:  Bright, Decent Battery Life, Affordable
Cons:  No Aimpoint When It Comes To Battery Life
Would recommend:  yes

xSoCALx wrote:

This is the very best red dot for the MONEY! What helps making it one of the best other than the amazing quality? Take a look at VORTEX VIP WARRANTY, "Our warranty is about you, not us. It's about taking care of you after the sale. The VIP stands for a Very Important Promise to you, our customers. We will repair or replace your Vortex product for any reason at NO CHARGE TO YOU. It doesn't matter how it happened, whose fault it was, or where you purchased it. You can count on the VIP Warranty for all riflescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes and monoculars. Unlimited Lifetime Warranty Fully transferable No warranty card to fill out No receipt needed to hang on to If you ever have a problem, no matter the cause, we promise to take care of you." THAT MY FRIENDS, IS CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! Thank you Optics Planet for your excellent service as well.

Author: Doug (verified customer) from Collierville, TN on Oct 20, 2011
Pros:  Price
Cons:  Had to send 1st one back to Vortex in the 1st week
Would recommend:  yes

Doug wrote:

This is a good red dot scope for the money. I had to send the 1st one back to Vortex because the windage adjustment knob would only turn in one direction, bad detent. They sent me a brand new Strikefire ASAP. My biggest complaint is there is a faint red line (scattered light) that is visible inside the scope from the 9 to 5 o'clock position. This line was in both the original and replacement scopes. I called Vortex customer service dept and was told this is normal.

Author: partyrite (verified customer) , 55 yo adult, from Baton Rouge,LA on Oct 1, 2011
Pros:  Positive Co Witness
Cons:  None
Would recommend:  yes

partyrite wrote:

This is a nice red dot scope. The dot is very bright in direct sun light. The auto shut off is a nice feature. So far it has held zero on my AR15 for 300 plus rounds. Save your money and buy this scope.

Author: sysmark (verified customer) from The Woodland, TX on Sep 28, 2011
Would recommend:  yes

sysmark wrote:

I was unable to Zero the scope and have sent it to the manufacturer. Have not recvd it back at this time, will follow up once it it returned and utilized.

Author: beliyrost (verified customer) from Citrus Heights, Ca on Aug 13, 2011
Pros:  reasonable price
Cons:  I wish the dot would be crispier.
Would recommend:  yes

beliyrost wrote:

I bought the sight for my m&p 15. Works great, easy to set up. Really good value for the money. I just wish the dot would be crispier. But for the money I can't really complain. Overall good product that comes with one of the best warranty on the market.

Author: ARfan (verified customer) , Recreational shooter, from Minnesota on Aug 5, 2011
Pros:  Easy to zero, holds zero well, very good red dot for the money
Cons:  Slight star burst, not a 2 moa dot
Would recommend:  yes

ARfan wrote:

I purchased the red dot only version of this sight. The day that I took it ti get it zeroed it was a very sunny day and I was concerned that the dot was not going to be bright enough. It turned out not to be an issue at all. 4 of us used it and all agreed that the sight was very good and the dot was very clear to see, and I had it set to only the 4th brightest setting and that was more than bright enough. Everybody wanted one for their rifles.

Author: RemmyBorn from Rochester NY on May 31, 2011
Pros:  decent mount, not too heavy,
Cons:  none really
Would recommend:  yes

RemmyBorn wrote:

Have not had any problems so far. Seems rugged. Dot is crisp for me.

Author: hangist (verified customer) from Northridge CA on Apr 14, 2011
Pros:  Works every time
Cons:  Power button is sensitive
Would recommend:  yes

hangist wrote:

This is a great red dot setup. The magnifier is a great addition. I've put 500 rounds through my AR with it on and it has held zero. I'm hitting steel out to 300 yards consistently and believe it or not as of today I made 2 out of 10 shots at 610 yards (18'' steel plate)!!! The only bad is you should remove the battery when you store it in a bag or it might turn on. If you want it BUY IT because it is a high value optic.