STRIKE EAGLE 5-25X56 FFP (VORTEX OPTICS) | Unboxing & Initial Impressions 

Love your channel I was born in Johannesburg then moved to NYC as a kid became a citizen and joined the army at 17 and was alone 10 years in the army and most of that time I was a scout sniper now I live in texas and bought property to shoot to 1800 yards

Waking up with this on a Saturday morning is a refreshing change from all the chaos in today's world. I appreciate the straightforward, no-nonsense review!

I put my new strike eagle on my 308. First use yesterday was great. Took it out to 1670 yards. Hold over was 113 moa. I could see the target clearly (white with a thin x marked on it) and was able to spot shots and misses. A side by side comparison with my two Nightforce ATACR scopes - optics not a good but unbeatable for the price. I got this scope on warranty from vortex which is incredible. Very happy. Update: I have 3 strike eagles and a venum now.

Because of your channel videos it helped me making the decision to purchase the Vortex strike eagle. Made a world of difference in my long range shooting. Hope Vortex sees this and helps your channel even more to do more awesome videos. 👍👍👍👍 Great channel. From Johannesburg, South Africa

Nice scope review . Vortex scopes are becoming very popular with shooters all over the world , I haven’t heard anything bad about them from anyone. The Quality and reliability of the Vortex brand of scopes keep on improving every year .

You are always comfortable saying you do something because it looks cool. Plus functional.

9:21 Absolutely love the polymer turret adjusting tool for adjusting your turret setting. No more marring the slots with a coin or screwdriver as you mentioned. I use this tool on all my scopes whether Razor or other brands. I love Vortex optics; have 5 Razors and 1 Viper so far.

Just picked up this scope last week, had to come back and rewatch your video, it was one of the reason I wanted this particular model. Now I just need scope rings and ammo. Keep up the great work, thanks for the video.

Not sure if you read comments. But thank you for sharing your passion for the sport.

I have the Arken Optics EP4 4-16x50 and the EP4 6-25x50 and this is why your getting this scope. They have to compete!

12:17 I LOVE how you can see the reflection of the bullet in the action before chambering!

Had my strike eagle on pre order love it works flawlessly on my 338 LM tracks perfect stays zeroed even under my loads can't say anything bad about it cost to performance and feature ratio is awesome also for elr got lots of elevation throw a 60moa rail on it and get full use

I’ve finished my budget hunting build for this season on word from your videos and I’m really happy with the outcome. I picked the same rings, scope, and oryx chassis from your reviews. Thought I wouldn’t lose sleep if it gets dinged up. Mdt vertical grip feels great because I hunt prone over agricultural fields. Can’t wait to sight in and break it in for this years charity hunt. Only wish I have is that I could buy your muzzle break for my rifle but you guys are in Africa and and the U.S. website isn’t letting me pay. But regardless your reviews on all the products were spot on as usual and helped me make an informed purchase I’m happy with. Thank you!

That is the most tactile and satisfying turret sound

I only use a coin on my turrets. If you dont overtighten them it's no problem but that tool should be put in every vortex box. Thanks for a great video on this scope 👍👍

I want to sniper school back in February and that throw lever would have been ideal to have on my vortex scope during the course it would have made everything just a little bit easier and quicker to adjust during the school

You are doing a great job with these videos -- good content, great delivery, and fantastic video quality and editing! I appreciate you!

Haha, using the sun shade because it looks cool! I think you’re right about stealing sales from the PST gen2. Keep up the good videos.

Definitely going to be my next vortex purchase now I’ve had a good look at it.. thanks Piet.. 👍🏻

Nothing like researching a scope for your 338LM and then hearing Piet is putting it on a 22LR.. I feel like a doos :)

My buddy that's getting one sent me this review, really enjoyed your review, delivery and thorough overview, good work!! I'm subbed! thanks for the great content!!

I have the strike eagle 1-6 power scope put it on a savage model 10 for fun mostly. 2 days ago I shot a 3 shot group that measured .25 inches! At 100 yards. I might have to upgrade to this larger strike eagle to really take advantage of the rifles accuracy. For anyone wondering I bought the savage new for 460 bucks. And it's easily shot 1 moa and better.... With a 6 power scope.

That action is butter!!! So smooth

I have had this on my 6.5 creed HMR for a month and I love it! It’s my first precision rifle and sight I love the reticle but most importantly the price point

Awesome timing on the video. I've had a RAZOR on back order for so long, I spent the money for it on an M4 :D So when I saw that this had a 34mm tube, I ordered on straight away - spot to guy who ordered the 34mm cantilever mount separately. Anyway, I'll probably keep this until the RAZOR gen 3 is released with the large objective lenses, then grab one of those. Keep up the great work with the videos!

Thanks Piet, great video as always. I noticed the larger weights on the sides of the acc chassis. I trust you are testing it for mdt. It would be good if mdt can drop the price point if they have less macining on a bigger weight😁. Looking forward to see the performance of the scope and especially how the glass performs in real world situations. It will have to be a good scope as there is already specials in the States on the PST 2. Once you properly tested it I would like to know if it would be better to buy the Strike eagle or wait for the PST 2 to drop in price. The Strike eagle is also more expensive than the PST 1, how does it compare to the older version of the PST? I will be looking at purchasing a Vortex due to your channel so they should better be looking after you😉. Stay Shooting😎

Got a vortex 24 power diamond back on my ruger M77 243 moa radical......transformed my 1k shots

Good straightforward review, have a couple of Vortex but will save pennies to invest in one of these in time.👍👍

"Haters gonna hate" - love the muzzlebrake lol

I under stood the part about the dust cover for the scope but after that, I never understood anything else you talked about. I have this scope but you make it hard to understand how to use it. Guess I need to go to college and take up how to use a strike eagle 101 , 201 and 301. Or I can just just hold over. Yea , that's it. I'll just use hold over. Sounds simple enough. Now need to waist 3 years of collage .

I like Vortex Optics. I have more Vortex than anything else in optics, here's the list: 1x Spitfire, 4-16x44mm HST, a Vortex red dot scope, I can't recall the name, (2) Vortex PST - SFP, and FFP 3-15 GEN II, 1-6 PST, and Strike Eagle 1-6. The Strike Eagle series is as low as I will Vortex optics line-up; glass quality is what I seek.

Beautiful rifle setup!!!!! Love the videos!!!!!

I have to know what all is incorporated in this build. I love every aspect of this gun and would love to build it

I wish vortex would get a radical like the nightforce moar-t only thing keeping me from buying and the price is to high for me on a nightforce vortex is 1k cheaper and a better warranty

Great video Peter, as always!

Wow you gained 9.5k subs from the lasrt video!

This channel is so awesome. I love the way you started the video it was so satisfying. Keep up the great work. What gun are you shooting? I lowkey want one .lol

If this scope holds up... it is the game changer I have been holding out for.

I sure wish you could get us a MDT discount code. Love your videos

What scope ring height are your rings? I have a Ruger with a 20 MOA rail on top and planning on buying this scope with the MDT rings but not sure what height either the medium or high ones. Great video keep it up man 👍🏼

Great review in the voice of doctor evil.

Man I really like those Defiance actions and the look of them are also sweet but I just had my dealer sample of the Vortex Strike Eagle shipped out Friday, I can't wait to get it and take a trip to the farm an stretch that baby out to 1,400

Great rifle I was really excited when the strike eagle first came out until I found out they put the wrong zero stop in it I don’t understand why they would put some thing in there that cut the elevation less than half going from 110 MOA to 47 MOA is a huge disappointment I shoot ELR so I pretty much use every bit of elevation in the scopes The only vortex I have is the first Razor 5-20. It has 125 MOA of elevation and 125 MOA of windage Perfect ELR scope. All of their scopes with 34mm tube should have at least 120 minutes

Great video Pieter, great scope mate.

glad you finally got it!

It would be nice to see a side by side comparison of the glass quality with a camera looking through. Otherwise it's just specs talk.

Great video. Love the video work at the beginning!!

I’ve had one for 3 years. The focus and power rings are hard as a rock to turn. Paid $499.00. I don’t use it much couse of that. Has a good tree rectical moa / moa turrets it’s only 4/10 stars.

Good explanation too

Got mine in the mail today 😁

I’m finally off work. I’m debating on getting it for a .300wsm I’m having built

What mdt model scope rings are those I'm wanting to get the same ones for my rifle. Btw you made up my mind on the strike eagle haha. Been debating all day.

Very cool video man keep up the great work

Wish they would have made a SFP version like the original for those of us that hate FFP

This thing is very feature rich for the price can't be beat. The only next best thing in Vortex line would be the Viper PST gen II, then the razor AMG $699.99

be keen to see you compare the strike eagle 5-25 x 55 vs viper pst gen 2 5-25x50 - intended platform is a RPR 300 PRC.

Another good video. I already want one.

Great scope, better video!!

FYI if you are a Vet or LE you can get 40% off the MSRP so if this optic is 799.99 you get it less than 480.00 and thats not a bad deal at all

Piet onthou net jy gaan van daai vertikale verstelling verloor wanneer jy die "rev-stop" gebruik...

Nice scope thanks for the video

Nice video ...I have a question, hopefully you or any of the guys here can help me. I am looking for a scope for my Tikka T3 243, I am planning to upgrade the stock and make a 400 to 500 yard mid range sooting and occasionally hunt. The idea in the future is get into a Tikka long barrel in 6.5 creedmore, I don't think I'll be shooting more than 600 yards as that is the longest range I can shoot around here. I have an opportunity to get any of the following scopes: 1 - Vortex Strike eagle 4-24*50 2 - Vortex Strike eagle 3-18*44 3 - Vortex Viper PST 4-16-50 (FFP) 4 - Diamondback Tactical 6-24*50 (FFP) 5- Diamondback Tactical 4-16*44 (FFP) Those are the ones I am looking at, but as a newbies I don't know which one could be better for me. (300 to 600 yards max shooting "for now"). I am trying to decide: - FFP o SFP - What magnification should I go with

Nice channel ! Subscribed a few days ago. Like it ! What type of mounting rings do you use ? Which hight is it ? Keep it up !

Where did you get those weights for the MDT? I have the MDT sold weights but I like the ones you have on the ACC.

Hi Pieter, would it be possible to do a comparison review between the strike eagle and the element optics titan? Maybe Matt can get involved with a side by side comparison?

I'd like to see this scope compared to the new Arken FFP 6-24X50 with Japanese glass

hi I like your RU-vid videos thank you for being a RU-vidr

What height rings are you running with that set up ? Thank you

Damnit. I just received my Razor Gen II on Thursday and I knew this review was coming. Lol. Should have waited. One question that no one ever seems to mention on these more affordable models is, is the entire EBR 7C Mrad reticle illuminated like it is in the Razor Gen II? The "Christmas Tree" and all or just the dot and crosshairs?

I need merch like now please 😆🤙🏻

Hello there! Awesome review on the SE! Do you think it’s a better option than the Gen1 Viper PST 6-24x50? Thanks!!

Never said what the lense is like. Can’t decide between this or pst

Where’s the range time vid for this scope :(

You’ve gotta post more content I really like your videos

Any updated range video on this scope? Always interested in longer term reviews.

What is the break on the rifle in the beginning?

Thanks for the review. I was waiting for this vid sin e your comparison between the razor,pst, and diamondback. I pulled the trigger and ordered mine two weeks ago. Haven't had a chance to shoot with it yet. But first impressions...this may actually replace one of my US Optics. Yes, I said it. Also what rings are those and size?

VORTEX all the WAY!!!!!

Hel ek gaan spaar!!!! Groete Piet.... Barkly oos

When you install your action in your rifle do you glass bed/aluminum pillar the action into place or does MDT do that work before you get the chassis?

Hey! @IMPACT SHOOTING i just got an optic from my firearms school and it has an absolutely HUGE eye relief (10-11 inches/ 24-28cm) i cant place it anywhere on my ar receiver and comfortably get a perfect view with very minimal vignette, id have to place it at the near end of my 15 inch handguard just to get good eye relief (which is a no-no) a cantilever mount would be my best bet but feel that even that will not allow me enough room . any tips would be GREATLY appreciated ! thanks!

You had me at “....super sweet..!”

Piet, I could very well be wrong but it looks like your scope is dangerously close to your barrel. Love your content tho

That’s for sure you don’t want to upset Facebook. You don’t want to be demonetized.All about the Benjamin’s baby

Great video!!!

Is there a follow-up video for this?

Do you know anything about the new Savage 110 Elite rifle? Seriously considering this rifle but I know it's still kinda new. Also looking at the Tikka Tac A1. Any suggestions on either?

Is this thing consistently passing box tests?

I've had nothing but problems with both of my 3-18x44 strike eagle scopes. They claim the turrets can be reset to zero after sighting in but they don't seem to be, the markings never line back up.

Good video

so it has 51 MRAD with out and it takes 13 off when using the zero stop so thats 38 MRAD did you test that on a 0 or 20moa base

hi great video.do you think it is a good scope for long range shooting on a 6.5 creedmoor/300 win mag?

What do you think about Vortex Venom

Hey Pieter, I wonder if you have tried the Horus tremor 3 reticle in the vortex Razor.

I just bought my first long range gun, and knew absolutely nothing about rifle scioes. And this is what i got please tell me i did ok?

What rings did you go with? Size? Short, med, tall? 20 MOA rail?

Isn't your objective too close to the barrel? At the point where the chamber ends?

@impactshooting can you buy the MDT stock camo like that..?

So... I want to put either the Strike Eagle 5-25 or the Viper PST 5-25 on my fast twist 223... It seems that the SE has a whole bunch more features on it for the R19k, vs. the Viper's 25k... The only thing I really can see being a difference where the viper comes out on top is the glass clarity... The question then is... Does the viper's extra 25% in price translate to 25% better glass...? The SE seems like insane value for money and I'm leaning towards it for the 223 (especially as I won't be taking that many long shots >750m).

What brand is your watch?