Crossfire 2 or Diamondback Rimfire scope?

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Hey everyone, need a new scope for a recent addition.

I noticed vortex has two scopes for Rimfire, and price tag at Cabela's is a difference of 130 dollars roughly.

Has anyone used both? Pros/cons.

Most importantly: is the Diamondback worth the premium?

For the record, I have used a scout crossfire 2, and found it's magnification at 7x was a bit weak, is it the same with the Rimfire version?

Thanks!
 
On the other hand . . . I've got 3 'good' 22s and 2 have the Covenant-4 6-24x50 FFP-SF w-MOA reticles. Next time I'll be getting more XXs . It depends on what you're doing with the rifle, bunnies are good with a 4-12 or so, but for targets I prefer more XXs.
 
I find the Crossfire 2 is enough without the premium Diamondback.

The magnification is about right at 7x....maybe an illusion of optics light and clarity.





May I make a suggestion...

After years of rimfire shoots, I've abandoned any models without parallax adjustment (side focus).

Those are very nice scopes in their own right.

I'm currently using Athlon Talos 4-16X40mm. It has side focus along with more magnification if you need more.
 
Hey guys,

Great information, and you have given me much to think about. Its much appreciated.

So, I am looking at getting into rimfire shoots at my club, and am now thinking that I will probably use my FVSR for that purpose as its a really accurate little 22. However its wearing a Redfield 2x7 that I have had for years. That scope is nice, and no longer in production, and relatively compact.

After reading what you wrote, I am considering taking that 2x7 and moving it over to my new 10/22 type for hunting and all around pack gun. And putting on one of the scopes you suggested on the FVSR.

I can get the Covenant relatively easily at my local Cabelas.

Is the Athlon Talos a better scope? Or is it about the same. ( I know nothing about either brand of scope)

Further thoughts on this.

Thank you!
 
I have an Overwatch FVSR and love it.
It has Talley rings with the Talos on it.

The scope has better optics but also different because of the parallax adjustment. That alone is worth the upgrade.

And this brand is well reputable for best value.

If you're interested, Wolverine has the lowest prices for Athlon.

Good luck.
 
cableguy said:
I have an Overwatch FVSR and love it.
It has Talley rings with the Talos on it.

The scope has better optics but also different because of the parallax adjustment. That alone is worth the upgrade.

And this brand is well reputable for best value.

If you're interested, Wolverine has the lowest prices for Athlon.

Good luck.
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Thanks! I really like wolverine, and used to buy a ton from them back in the day.

So, I am looking now.

The dilemma.... Do I go with the 4x16, or the 6x24.

Bonus is that I have some vortex 1 inch rings that should fit. Brings me to another question, Are you using high, med, or low ring height on your set up?

Decisions, Decisions.
 
I just looked on their site.

Seems like some models have sold out.

They had more Talos last month.

I have the 4-16x40mm mil-dot and would go with that model.

I wouldn't go with the one on there right now with the BDC 600 IR. I think illuminated reticles are just a waste of money and unnecessary. Makes the ocular section just so bulky with that dial and the battery inside.

I think 6x24 is a tad too much for most cases....I know some guys who exclusively shoot precision 22 (strictly bench and prone) are fine with that.

Rings frustrate me the most. You cannot believe the amount of money I wasted with trial and error...either they're too low or too high. I know now that any kind of precision or mono stock like those MDT chassis will need high or higher rings...or an MOA rail / ring combo. If you're using a regular hunting wood stock then low or med will do fine. But then again it also depends how big your cheeks are or dimension of your head. I wish there was a way to try rings out for free before buying.
 
4-16X should be more than enough for most .22LR business, allot of folks would say a 2-7X is all you need. Personally, I like the 4-12X range and have one that tops-out at 14X as well. I want to be seeing holes on paper @ 50 yards, and at with the grade of scopes I can afford/my eyes, even a 3-9X has to be a very good one to achieve that.

All of my 22 scopes have either side focus, or adjustable objective. Whenever possible, I look for those that can function without issue under 50 yards, and a number of scopes can. Models wearing the name "rimfire" often have their parallax set around 50-60 yards plus and while I haven't looked a the 2 models the OP mentioned, my hunch is that the same applies to those.

I bought a Vortex Crossfire (generation 1) for a rimfire soon after they were introduced in Canada, and on the first outing the reticle shifted. (the scope did not) I upgraded to a Diamondback 4-12 AO and that scope functioned fine. Personally, I prefer brands like Sightron, Burris, Leupold..even some Nikons. I have no personal experience with the Athlon or Cabela's scopes mentioned.
 
Vortex has numerous models with parallax adjustment, some with side mounted. I find for what I do with my 22's, mostly range play out to 200yds, the Crossfire works well. In poor conditions you may find a difference in a Diamondback but not likely. I like 4-12 for hunting and I've gone as far as 6-18 for the range. If your looking at spending the money on some of the other fine scopes mentioned here you could get into a Viper or maybe a Razor as well. TC
 
A few things here - I've had one of the Cov-4s - 6-24x50 FFP-SF w-MOA tree on my B22 for over a year with no probs and the second for only since about last Fall. 24X isn't too much for casual targets and if you're into competition you may want more - I know I'll go higher next scope I get.
Second, for most of the "Lifetime Warranties' like 'V' et al, everyone says how good they are. But how long did you have to go WITHOUT a scope ???
And the Athos may be a good brand, I haven't used them, but the Covs work for me so far. And I can see hits at 180yds (all my range has), and can adjust windage/drop with the MOA bars that have every 4th numbered (many brands are NOT). If I want to hunt I can always 'dial down' or use one of my rifles with irons.
 
What type of 'rimfire shoots'? PRS, benchrest? Basically the diamondback tactical is the most used production class PRS scope. the 4-16 has more adjustment than the 6-24.

I would personally save up and buy something even better if its for PRS.

I shoot an FVSR with a Strike Eagle, its a great PRS rimfire scope 30mil of travel, 10mil per rev locking turrets, side focus, ebr-7c reticle... decent enough glass to see hits on steel at 300m can't ask for much more. An Athlon Helios has similar specs too I believe.
 
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Thanks again everyone for giving me even more to consider. I am still leaning towards the athlon 4x16 as I am used to shooting 1x6 and 2x7 on my current rifles, so 4x16 is already a big jump for me.

I may take the plunge and go bigger still, I have a couple weeks til the bank account recharges.

The range I am a member of has BR-50 and .22 silhouette according to the calendar.

I do love the strike eagle series of scopes, owned a few over the years.
 
Show up and volunteer at a shoot, they will love the help. Most will let you check out and talk about their gear. If you are going to shoot BR50 you will most likely want more scope then a 16x.. lots shoot 30x+. I shoot a 6-24 Sightron on my single shot Anschutz but would like more.. the Weaver T36 comes to mind as an older cheap staple but its a fixed power and not very great at anything else.
 
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