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Can you use a magnifier with Vortex Spitfire AR and if not why not — 2 Answers

by Gary, from CA, United States Asked on November 28, 2018

Name Vortex Spitfire 1x-AR Prism Scope (4.5)
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Answered by Mark A, member, from MA, United States, on December 14, 2018

You can but it would not be practical and you shouldn’t with any prism scope. Since this is a scope, you need to adjust the aperture to your eye. If you use a magnifier, you need to adjust the aperture again and then magnifier. This is a slow process and defeats the purpose. If you really need a magnifier, you are better served getting an 1-4 adjustable scope or a 3x prism with a small red dot. It would cost and weigh about the same and more effective.

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Answered by Dragonw4g, member, from WA, United States, on August 18, 2019

I figured out a trick with my Vortex VMX3 I mounted it about a half inch in front of the prismatic 1x. It is actually superior to rear mounting excellent clear picture and you do not magnify your aperture and lose your moa. Also works for rail mount Night Vision..

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