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Q&A for Primary Arms SLx 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope — 29 Questions & 21 Answers

Name Primary Arms SLx 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope (4.6)
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Carl, member, from NC, United States, asked on August 04, 2018

can you adjust the vision on the scope to meet your eye strength

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Answered by Corey K., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on May 10, 2019

Unfortunately, this product has been discontinued and we no longer have that information available. We recommend reaching out to the manufacturer for this inquiry. Their contact information can be found here: https://www.primaryarms.com/contact-us

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Joe, member, from VA, United States, asked on July 27, 2025

Are lense covers included?

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Answered by Steve, guest, from RI, United States, on August 27, 2025

Yes. They, are, adjustable and removable. I twisted mine to open on the left instead of the top so as not to block my refkex mounted on top.

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John, guest, from AZ, United States, asked on January 09, 2025

Is it forgiving for Astigmatism

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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on January 09, 2025

Yes, Prism scopes are one of the best optic variants available for those affected by astigmatism. Prism optics use an etched reticle which makes the reticle easier to see and is less susceptible to distortion. Combined with an adjustable diopter, the etched reticle can be fine-tuned to fit the user’s prescription.

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shammock112, member, from GA, United States, asked on May 20, 2024

Is this the model I need for the AK47 platform?

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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on May 20, 2024

This Primary Arms SLx 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope uses the ACSS 5.56/5.45/.308 Reticle which has BDC and ranging out to 800 yards with 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 5.45x39mm, and .308 Winchester. If you are using an AK pattern rifle chambered in 7.62x39, I would recommend the Primary Arms SLx 3x32 Compact Prism Sight which features an ACSS CQB 300 BLK/7.62x39 chevron reticle that has BDC and ranging out to 600 yards with supersonic 7.62x39mm. It can be found by using the link below:
https://www.opticsplanet.com/primary-arms-3x32-gen-iii-compact-prism-scope.html

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Ian, member, from MA, United States, asked on February 09, 2023

Anyone know the recommended torque specs?

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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on November 13, 2023

Primary Arms does not provide torque specs for their SLx 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope. I would recommend contacting them directly for more information.

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TazzMann, member, from CA, United States, asked on May 22, 2022

will this be compatible with 7.62×39 ; Mini 30

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Answered by Hunter, Gear Expert, from OH, United States, on May 31, 2022

The Primary Arms SLX 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope mounts to picatinny rail. So if you have a picatinny rail base for the Ruger Mini 30 the Primary Arms SLX 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope can be mounted and used with that rifle.

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ed, member, from IN, United States, asked on May 05, 2022

does the reticle work without battery power with the chevron appearing black?

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Answered by Hunter, Gear Expert, from OH, United States, on May 18, 2022

The Primary Arms SLX 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope has an etched reticle. So the reticle including the chevron can be used without illumination.

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Jack, guest, from AZ, United States, asked on March 04, 2022

Primary Arms website says that the scope has .25 MOA adjustments, here it says .333 . What are the actual adjustments for the product that you have?

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Answered by Primary Arms Optics, Manufacturer from TX, United States, on March 16, 2022

The adjustment value for the Primary Arms SLx 5x36mm Gen III Prism Scope is 1/3 MOA or .33 MOA. The 3x prism scope is 1/4 | .25 MOA.

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Lane, guest, from TX, United States, asked on August 13, 2021

How will this hold up with a .458 Socom?

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Answered by Primary Arms Optics, Manufacturer from TX, United States, on September 09, 2021

Structurally this optic will hold well with the 458 and I have used it on my 10.5in barrel with no problem. Functionally the BDC isn't calibrated for the 458, so some play with the reticle is required. The 458 Socom is characterized as a large mass round carrying high kinetic force with reduced travel distance, and was designed to more rapidly immobilized combatants in close quarter situations. I find the 5x magnification to be excessive and opted between the 1x - 4x range.

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Cap10, member, from MT, United States, asked on July 27, 2021

It says 3 yr warranty. But primary site says lifetime. Is this not the same one

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Answered by Primary Arms Optics, Manufacturer from TX, United States, on August 13, 2021

The warranty information has been revised all new purchases of Primary Arms optics are covered by a lifetime warranty.

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