Review - Vortex Razor HD gen II 4.5-27x56
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There is a big discussion over on SH about this. It is originally made in Japan and then shipped over to the US. Once in the US, they strip out the turrets and rebuild them there. So like a Japan/USA hybrid.
The Vortex Rep said he would try to get a AMG into my hands but I haven't heard anything yet.
While I don't own a Gen II Razor, my AMG showed up last week. Its an amazing looking scope, unfortunately I don't have mounts to get it on my gun and go hunting. Glass is clear, turrets feel great, it's much lighter than the Gen II I held in the store, no tunneling. Like I said though, I haven't had the chance to mount it up and see how it tracks or anything like that yet but my initial impressions are great!
Quick question.
I'm looking to upgrade. I currently have a Razor HD 5-20 EBR-2 MRAD. I like vortex and feel very comfortable with a company that has such a good warranty.
I'm struggling to choose between a used S+B 5-25 PMII P4L for roughly $3100 or to buy the Razor GenII stated above in the review.
Is the S+B glass really worth the loss of such a great reticle like the EBR-2C? I'm not really worried about weight. One has a transferable lifetime warranty, the other has no warranty.
The PFL is still a good reticle, however I'm used to the EBR-2C
Used S+B (cheaper $3100) or new Razor Gen II (more expensive 3449 + taxes)?!? Thats the question haha
I'm looking to upgrade. I currently have a Razor HD 5-20 EBR-2 MRAD. I like vortex and feel very comfortable with a company that has such a good warranty.
I'm struggling to choose between a used S+B 5-25 PMII P4L for roughly $3100 or to buy the Razor GenII stated above in the review.
Is the S+B glass really worth the loss of such a great reticle like the EBR-2C? I'm not really worried about weight. One has a transferable lifetime warranty, the other has no warranty.
The PFL is still a good reticle, however I'm used to the EBR-2C
Used S+B (cheaper $3100) or new Razor Gen II (more expensive 3449 + taxes)?!? Thats the question haha
If you run over to Snipershide or Sniperforums, lots of guys are now running the Gen2 Razor instead of the S&B 5-25. Glass quality of the Razor is right up there with the best of the best according to all the reviews I've read. Like you said, the only downside to the Razor is it's weight. I personally have no hands on experience with the PMII but have read so many reviews it would make your head spin. If you like Vortex, go with the Gen2, It's a considerable step up from the Gen 1 Razor.
the K634i gets lots of great reviews. But I had also read of some quality control issues with earlier models.
The new ATACR 7-35 sounds excellent as well
I wish I could look through them all side x side including the Tangent Theta
Maybe Precision Rifle Blog will do an updated high end comparison
I ended up going with the tangent theta. Best scope I've ever seen
Thanks for the reply. Your correct about my head spinning with all these reviews. Everyone has there own opinions.
I'm several months into owning the Razor II and I do find myself simply enjoying the Razor more and more and, yes, I often shoot it side by side with my S+B and with my NF. Other than weight (yes, it really is heavy ) I have yet to find something not to like about the Razor.
Well, I haven't yet formed a final opinion but comparing my Razor II to my ATACR I am leaning towards the following :- Glass (NF) Reticle (Razor) Turrets (Razor) Weight (NF). I have long been a S+B fan but now it isa toss up between which of Razor II or ATACR goes on 'best' gun. S+B PMii relegated to 3rd string.
The PRS blog from 2015 certainly agree with Razor II and ATACR taking top 2. Pricing wise found the Razor several hundred less than ATACR so for now RII top choice. Start "CHEAPEST", move up from there 
Read S&B is coming out with less costly models with less features but similar glass quality.
Read S&B is coming out with less costly models with less features but similar glass quality.
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I shot a 338Lap rifle with k624i at 830 yards and it was a breeze... image was so clear and bright. I much prefer their left hand turret design as well as the parallax adjustment over anything else out there.
