Vortex Viper

VS

Nightforce Benchrest

Vortex Viper

VS

Nightforce Benchrest

Vortex Viper

For hunters who demand precision at extended ranges, the Vortex Viper 6.5-20x50 riflescope is a trusted tool. With its variable 6.5-20x magnification, it’s designed for accuracy at medium to long distances, making it an ideal choice for everything from whitetails to prairie predators. The 50mm objective lens and fully multi-coated optics provide bright, clear images, even in challenging lighting conditions. The Mil-Dot reticle and adjustable parallax allow for precise adjustments, giving hunters the accuracy needed to make challenging shots. Built to withstand tough environments, the Vortex Viper is shockproof, waterproof, and fog-proof. If you're aiming to extend your effective range, this scope is a powerhouse that delivers consistent performance and reliability in the field.

Nightforce Benchrest

The Nightforce Benchrest NF 12-42x56mm F2 hunting gun scope features 56mm multi-coated lenses that provide superior resolution for discerning fine details at extreme distances. With an adjustable objective for parallax adjustments from 25 yards to infinity, this scope ensures precision at various ranges. Target turrets are calibrated in true .125 MOA (1/8 click) values, allowing for easy re-indexing to zero after sighting in. Equipped with a coil spring plunger return system, it maximizes tracking accuracy. The eyepiece enables fast reticle focusing, while the glass-etched illuminated reticle offers optimum image contrast in different lighting conditions. This scope is ideal for serious shooters seeking exceptional performance and reliability.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Vortex ViperVortexBlackDeadhold-BDC (MOA)Hunting2.3 PoundsAluminum
Nightforce BenchrestNightforceBlackNP-R2 Reticle - .125 MOA TurretsHunting2.2 PoundsGlass

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Vortex Viper6.5-20x50 yards to infinity
Nightforce Benchrest12-42x25 yards to infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Nightforce Benchrest3.0 in3.5:12.9 - 0.9 degreeNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Vortex Viper30mm30mm50mm
Nightforce Benchrest30mm30mm56mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Vortex ViperRifle30mm Picatinny or Weaver rails.
Nightforce BenchrestRifleRimdle

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Vortex Viper65 MOA65 MOA
Nightforce BenchrestNP-R2100 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Nightforce BenchrestYesYesYes

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