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Leupold VX-6HD

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Athlon Ares ETR UHD

Leupold VX-6HD

When I got the chance to test the Leupold VX-6HD, I was eager to see how it would perform during my hunt in the dense woods of Idaho. I needed a scope that could excel in low light and provide clarity over long distances. With a versatile 3-18x magnification, it offered everything I was looking for. What stood out was the High Definition optical system, which delivered sharp images and bright colors even at dawn and dusk. The side-focus parallax adjustment made it easy to dial in my shots, while the rugged construction handled rough terrain without a hitch. For serious hunters, the VX-6HD is a game-changer, combining advanced features with reliability in the field.

Athlon Ares ETR UHD

The Argos HMR is thoughtfully designed with the average outdoorsman in mind, offering a compact and durable hunting scope that is both feature-rich and affordable. With 5x and 6x magnification ratios, it is perfectly suited for a variety of close and long-range hunting scenarios. The Advanced Fully Multi-Coated lenses enhance light transmission and clarity, while the choice of clean reticle options—such as illuminated center-dot crosshair, Mil-Dot, or BDC—provides a fool-proof traditional setup for any shooter. The Ares ETR First Focal Plane scope takes long-range shooting to new heights. It features a revamped turret system with a locking Windage turret and a true zero stop on the elevation turret, ensuring consistent and accurate adjustments. Extra Low dispersion lenses produce sharp, vibrant images with excellent color reproduction, and the 34mm tube construction is built to endure the harshest conditions. With a 0.1 MIL click value, a total elevation adjustment of 32 MIL, and a parallax adjustment from 25 yards to infinity, this scope is a top-tier choice for precision shooting enthusiasts.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Leupold VX-6HDLeupoldMatte BlackVX-6HDHunting, Shooting‎2.4 PoundsAluminum
Athlon Ares ETR UHDAthlonBrownAprs1 Ffp Ir Mil BrownHunting1 KilogramsAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Leupold VX-6HD4-24x50 yards to infinity
Athlon Ares ETR UHD4.5-30x25 Yard to Infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Leupold VX-6HD3.6 in6:18.2 - 1.5 degreesNo
Athlon Ares ETR UHD3.9 inches7:17.4 - 1.2 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Leupold VX-6HD30mm30mm52mm
Athlon Ares ETR UHD34mm34mm56mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Leupold VX-6HDHandgun30mm rings
Athlon Ares ETR UHDRifle‎Picatinny Mount or Dovetail Mount

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Leupold VX-6HDTMOA75 MOA
Athlon Ares ETR UHDMil-Dot, or BDC30 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Leupold VX-6HDYesYesYes
Athlon Ares ETR UHDYesYesYes

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