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    Latest Strike Eagle scope Vortex 5-25 x 56 FFP

    Jul 27, 2020 8 minutes
    Reviewed by Warren Britnell, Konrad Gräbe, Louis Smuts and Hendrik Nel

    It was almost with childlike excitement that we awaited the arrival of the new Strike Eagle scope from Vortex. Being a well-known and established brand, we knew it was going to be good, but just how good was to be seen.

    Upon opening the box and taking the scope out, our first impression was: “A touch of class!” The Strike Eagle has a Razor-like look, manufactured from high-grade aircraft aluminium, making it durable. The quality is clearly noticeable.

    The Strike Eagle 5-25 x 56 FFP’s magnification is changeable between 5 and 25, with a 56 mm objective and the bigger exit lens ensuring a higher light intake. First focal plane (FFP) scopes are a lot more intricate to design and manufacture, and therefore usually more expensive than second focal plane (SFP) scopes.

    The reticle is placed more towards the front of the optic, so that when you crank the magnification up, the size of the reticle increases accordingly. This is ideal for long-range shooting, as the reticle keeps the same perspective on the target size as you change the magnification.

    Crystal-clear edge-to-edge sharpness and high-contrast images

    The new Strike Eagle is supplied with a 34 mm tube, allowing more space for elevation. We recommend a 20 MOA or higher base to utilise the maximum elevation the

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