Would someone explain the reticle design and whether it will work with the red/green cross-hairs NOT illuminated?
1766626
Yes.....this scope will work when NOT illuminate d I have used this both ways.have this mou Ted on my 270 Remington
1766627
It still has the crosshairs but has extra lines under it for on the spot adjustments also known as Kentucky windage. You do not have to turn the light show for it to work. Only in lowlight situations where the black lines may be hard to see.
1766628
The red and green cross-hairs overlap or rather shade the regular black cross hairs in the reticle, you also can adjust the intensity or brightness of both the red and green. You also need low light to dark conditions in order to actually see the colors, the intended design is when sighting a dark background you can see the crosshairs. When i went to the range in broad day lignt turning on the red/green was useless, it was too bright outside to see the colors, not only after i threw a towel over my head and the scope did the colors come thru.
1766629
No, it has to be illuminated. The illuminated red/green is 4 different times of low light situations, like green for low light like dusk and red for dark or haze. The illumination hi-lights the reticle scale. When not lite the scale will read black, that's for basic daylight.
1766630
Works just like a normal scope when the cross-hairs are not illuminated. If you would like to know how the reticle looks like, take a look at the BARSKA Mil-Dot Airgun (Black Matte, 4x32 AO) here on amazon. Looks exactly the same. I suggest you swap out the scope rings for some better quality ones. Mine came loose after putting 60 rounds of 100gr .243 on the paper.
1766631
Yes it works without the illumination. The reticle is just black and they shine a green or red light on them. I mainly use the scope without the illumination
985657
red/green dot with circle (not horseshoe reticle) it is magnified to 1.5-4 powers. It says 1-4 but that not the case.
1060331
Not a 100% sure but I think it would be an illuminated reticle. Check into that though!
248079
My reticle is a bit oblong, also. I can't answer if this is typical of this model it but doesn't bother me or my shooting.
2268314
Yes but you need to use it as a cosight because there is no red dot or cross hair
166658
It works for ME outside. Perhaps your situation will vary. But, I believe it's a decent red / green reticle sight at a reasonable price point.
1466329
Yes you can turn on and off the red dot in the center and adjust from 1-11. With the red dot off you still have the normal reticle.
1495445
The entire reticle is not illuminated, just the dot at the aim point. Leuopold has branded this as a "Fire dot". This model has 3 different reticles with the Fire dot. I am not sure which one this listing is for. You can see the various reticle patterns at: http://www.leupold.com/hunting-shooting/scopes/vx-r-riflescopes/vx-r-1-25-4x20mm-includes-metric/
259000
No problem...If you are looking for a Good QUALITY scope that has 3x9 magnification (brings target 3 or up to 9 times closer), try the new "Simmons Truplex Magnum Riflescope". It has a 3x9 magnification and the cross hairs can be illuminated (either red or green...your choice). I bought this scope and it is excellent.I had it zeroed in in no time at all. You can get it on Amazon.
45915
mine has a simple duplex cross hair type reticle ....... nothing fancy works very well
1811809
It's not necessary. But it may help if it has a dimming option. It's needs to be on low to be able to see the hog and the crosshairs. Of course my green light didn't work right out of the box. But I did have success with the red anyway.
1077371
The scope does not have any night vision capabilities nor do the crosshairs provide any enhancement in seeing the target. I find the illumination feature helpful at dusk when the crosshairs may not be visible. In any case, I really like the scope.
1826392
There is a reticle like a normal scope. It just has the option to illuminate it in darker conditions
1020205
The reticule is indeed black and functions just like any other scope - illuminated or not. So "yes" is the answer to your question!
166428
Yes. The reticle is normally black and easily visible in daylight with the illumination dial at 0 (OFF). This is true at all magnifications, contrary to some comments. Since the reticle is on the first focal plane, it increases in size as the magnification increases. This means the bullet drop is correct for all magnifications; it also means the reticle looks more like a dot at 1X. When you turn the illumination dial to 1 - 11, it glows an increasingly bright red. 11 is quite bright -- useful for making the reticle stand out against a bright background, but too bright for night. Store it with the reticle illumination off (0). When hunting, or in competition or self defense situation, set it to as much illumination as you need. Bright makes it stand out quickly, but too much glow makes it less precise. I think it works very well.
1045371
I belive they have a light modle for the 226 but it only works with blackhawks tac light. The xeno if i remember right. Kinda of lame
985659
The scope is variable, as you know but the aiming point (dot within a circle) does not change in size with power change. It is, strictly, not a "reticle"--which connotes a crosshair. I don't know what you mean by a magnified red dot.