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Vortex Spitfire 1x Prism Scope w/ DRT MOA Reticle
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jitsumania's Review of Vortex Spitfire 1x Prism Scope w/ DRT MOA Reticle

First let me get this out of the way. I have owned Eotech EXPS-3, Trijicon MRO, Trijicon RX-01, Bushnell TR-25's (3), Vortex Stikefire/ Viper, Bushnell, Sightmarks and a host of others throughout the years. My vision has deteriorated with time and the astigmatism has made it very difficult to view my red dot sights without dot distortion. And no, I don't want to view my dot through the rear sight for close quarter engagements. I was especially disappointed with my latest acquisition of the Trijicon MRO. I love the optic but hate my eyesight. The dot becomes multiple when using the optic. Glasses and contacts help but not too much. Enter the Spitfire. Took off the MRO and after much research mounted this little beauty in its place. Weighs more than the MRO and less than the EOTech. Unit is bigger than both but I can live with that.
The DRT reticle is not as busy as the EOTech but helps with quicker target acquisition. It also offers more reference points for that longer shot if need be, more so than the MRO or other red dots. The reticle also has no distortion with my astigmatism which is absolutely awesome. It is of sturdy construction appears fairly sturdy, enough to take a few bangings as with most Vortex products. The only con is the footprint. AS I mentioned before, it is a little larger than what I prefer but not bothered given the pluses that I have obtained. These are my initial impressions and will offer and update after I put this through the paces during some tactical training's as this unit is on one of 2 "go to" Rifles.
Pros:
  • Sturdy and easy to operate...simple
  • reticle etched in glass
  • Lighter than an EoTech
  • no visual distortion of the dot if you have astigmatism
Cons:
  • None
Best Used for:
  • hunting & target shooting
  • Close Quarters to mid range shooting
Would Recommend: Yes
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