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Steiner Predator 8 2-16x42mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane
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First Impressions
I selected this scope based on the price, name brand reputation and the multi-setting of the elevation knob, as this was going to be mounted a multicaliber rifle. My first Steiner optic. The quality of this optic seems top notch. The box itself comes with a factory sealed sticker to prove it was inspected and not opened since it left the factory. I have not seen that on other scopes before. This is absolutely ideal for a hunter, but I also don’t see why this wouldn’t be an ideal tactical scope as well. The eye relief is excellent and the quality of the glass comparable to much more expensive s...
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I really wanted to love these, but...
My first impressions with the 2-16x version of this scope was so mediocre that I actually exchanged the first one thinking that it had to be defective (the shipping box arrived utterly mangled, so I presumed it may have been damaged). However, upon receiving the replacement, it was identical to the first in every way.
First, the good: Mechanically superb and excellent user-interface. Build quality feels great. I love the feel, grippiness, and and light / smooth turning of the rubberized magnification ring. The turrets are perfectly sized and textured, and feel and sound excellent. The finish is very good, and the size and weight are both quite reasonable for this type of scope. It seems to have very acceptable light transmission for an 8:1 zoom with a modest objective diameter. Field of view seems on-par with similar optics in this category.
The mediocre: The turret markings don't line up well with the markings on the body, almost 1/4 turn off on elevation and slightly less on windage. I'm able to overlook this, but it's annoying. The flip caps are trash... the ocular lens cover doesn't even stay on right out of the box, and pops off the moment you try to open it. The eyebox is acceptable, but not great. The image is reasonably flat, but there is some distortion.
Finally, the ugly: Optical performance is deal-breaking. Both of these scopes exhibited poor color fidelity and mild discoloration, with a noticeable yellowish-orange tint on lighter-colored objects, and a subtly ...
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First, the good: Mechanically superb and excellent user-interface. Build quality feels great. I love the feel, grippiness, and and light / smooth turning of the rubberized magnification ring. The turrets are perfectly sized and textured, and feel and sound excellent. The finish is very good, and the size and weight are both quite reasonable for this type of scope. It seems to have very acceptable light transmission for an 8:1 zoom with a modest objective diameter. Field of view seems on-par with similar optics in this category.
The mediocre: The turret markings don't line up well with the markings on the body, almost 1/4 turn off on elevation and slightly less on windage. I'm able to overlook this, but it's annoying. The flip caps are trash... the ocular lens cover doesn't even stay on right out of the box, and pops off the moment you try to open it. The eyebox is acceptable, but not great. The image is reasonably flat, but there is some distortion.
Finally, the ugly: Optical performance is deal-breaking. Both of these scopes exhibited poor color fidelity and mild discoloration, with a noticeable yellowish-orange tint on lighter-colored objects, and a subtly ...
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Pros:
- Mechanical build quality and controls
Cons:
- Optical performance
Would recommend: No
Product image was not correct. The scope is perfection
Steiner Glass truly is some of the best. If you're in the market for a high end scope this is one to look at. Very happy with mine
Would recommend: Yes
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