Vortex is a leading brand in the optics industry. Despite having their factory in the USA, the products are made to cater to the needs of shooters, security personnel, and other shooters all over the world.
The brand comprises different kinds of products, but today we look at their riflescopes, the Vortex Golden Eagle Scope in particular.
The Golden Eagle is closely related to the Strike Eagle, apart from the fact that it is specifically designed for long-range and competitive shooting. The scope boasts a 4x optical zoom, side focus, and great eye relief as well as a ruggedly constructed single-piece tube that ensures the best performance in the field.
Vortex Optics Golden Eagle HD 15-60×52 Second Focal Plane Riflescopes
The Golden Eagle HD riflescope is specifically made for competitors in F-Class, Bench Rest, NRA High-Power competitions, and other shootings with targets at a known distance.
The scope is designed with a finely subtended, second focal plane reticle together with 1/8 MOA clicks that allow you to make easy and accurate adjustments.
Competitive shooting requires a very specific set of features and the Golden Eagle scope provides just that. It offers a wide 15-60x magnification range and positive and repeatable tracking which makes it ideal for the perfect shot.
Considering its relatively light weight of 29.5 oz., the scope allows shooters to adhere to strict competition weight limits and also allows easy movement.
The scope is made of a rugged construction which is shockproof and withstands recoil and impact. It also has optically indexed lenses that ensure optimized edge-to-edge image sharpness and brightness.
It also uses the Plasma Tech application process on all glass surfaces to provide unparalleled coating durability and performance.
Vortex Optics Golden Eagle ECR-1 MOA Reticle
The Golden Eagle is equipped with an SCR-1 (Simple Crosshair Reticle), which is the exact opposite of a ‘busy’ reticle. The reticle features a traditional set of fine crosshairs that subtend 0.016 MOA at 40X.
The reticle subtensions used for estimating range, holdover, and wind drift correction are accurate at 40x magnification.
Key features
- It is made of a 30mm main tube machined from a single piece of aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and durability
- It has Armortek coatings to protect the lenses from scratches, oil, and dirt
- It has high-density, apochromatic lens elements that are index matched to generate sharp, high-definition images
- It features premium, XR anti-reflective coatings that deliver maximum brightness at the highest magnification
- It has a side focus adjustment that helps eliminate down-range parallax
- It comes with an aperture stop ring that increases your depth field allowing you to observe mirage and wind indicators more while keeping your target in focus
- It features a fast-focus eyepiece that allows quick and easy reticle focusing
Pros
- Lightweight
- It is O-ring sealed and argon purged for waterproof and fog-proof performance
- It is dual use for tactical shooting and hunting
Cons
- None
Final Thoughts
In order to fit into different shooting applications, the Vortex Golden Eagle is designed with a ton of features that help every kind of shooter achieve tireless shots. The scope is made to withstand harsh conditions as well as to allow adjustments to different shooting distances.
The shockproof and weatherproof nature ensures that you can use the scope without the worry of accidental drops or drastic weather changes. The scope is a worthwhile purchase for any hunter.
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