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Appreciate the support! Lots of fresh content coming in 2025 so hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out. Also do me a solid and share word of the channel with your buddies!
Yea but unfortunately like them all, unless you’re forking over money and supporting the channel it seems they don’t want to and won’t reply to comments, especially those that have questions. Sure the results I’m seeing and having with multiple channels.
Local gun club is 300yards, and I’ve shot 1 PRS match. I’ve learned more from your videos and tests than I’ve learned any where else. As a visual learner your channel is AWESOME.
This channel is so under rated! Your explanations couldn't be any more direct and clear. I grabbed this optic on a whim and now I'm excited to take it out on my next range trip. Thank you for the content!
Appreciate the kind words! Glad you’re excited to test it out! Pretty hard to be an optic that only costs a couple hundred $$$ but lets you quickly and fairly easily engage torso type targets out to 800 yards. Thanks for watching!
This is the best explanation and detailed discussion on this reticle. I was worried that it might be too busy or difficult, but this video made me a believer.
Yeah at first glance the reticle feels a little overwhelming. Once you spend some time behind it in a practical application like this using it becomes very natural. If you decide to snag one and try it for yourself you’ll have to let me know how you like it!
Arken EP8 is my go-to for putting on my "hand out" battle rifles. Once it's set up, the end user doesn't need to know anything about ballistics, MOA, MRAD, ect. They just need to range, hold, and understand the most basic concepts for calling wind. I go 1 farther when I set them up, I dial out the spin drift for a 0 wind at 800. Just like the elevation "truing" it simplifies the set up for battlefield accuracy.
I don't know how you only have 71k subs, should be way more. No one comes close on very informative content like you have imo. Thank you for these videos
Excellent demonstration of this reticle, I was a bit confused on this BDC reticle before. As you point out, this is a combat accurate reticle and seems to work really good for ranging torso size targets, but I don't care for the clutter compared to the ACSS reticle or traditional ACOG RCO. But the bottom line, it works very well!! Great review Zak!
Very nice. I also have this on my 556. What a great reticle. Glass is clearer in person. Kl box is leathal. Thank you for this video. I'm sure Arken appreciates it also.
This is by far the best practical long-range shooting channel on the internet. This guy's delivery is on point, he's going to get big with time I'm sure
Great video bro! That reticle seemed waaaaaaayyyyy too busy to me when I first looked at it. Your video definitely made sense of it and it even seems like a perk now. Great content as always man!
It certainly has a different look and a bit of a busy feel…. Running it out to distance on unknown distance torso type targets though is pretty easy and relatively intuitive. Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
You do an excellent job communicating the facts and explaining exactly what people are wondering about products and concepts that are relevant, interesting, useful, and realistic (unlike some channels) Keep doing what you’re doing. Your channel is going to blow up MMW. Have been watching for a while and today I just subscribed. Would love to see a review of that hand guard with the integrated bipod if you don’t already have one!
Really appreciate the support! Just a regular guy out here trying to share my interest in long range shooting with my audience, really cool to hear you enjoy the approach. Great idea on a review of the blk lbl handguard. That’s something I can do down the road once I have more time on this upper!
Really appreciate you taking the time to watch and send the super thanks my way! Lots of new content in the works… just have to find time to get it all filmed. Hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out!
This is pretty cool and seems to work well. For the price this LPVO seems pretty good. Their SH 4-16 is really awesome too although it’s heavy and the turrets are massive. If Arken would make this LPVO in a mil based reticle with a tree I’d buy it yesterday. Even if they made it with the KL Box in mils I’d be happy. Gotta love that price and 34mm tube for all the light. Thanks for a great breakdown of what looks like a very unorthodox reticle.
@MountainsMulletsMerica I would love to see some of the Arken red dot and night vision if you haven't already done it. I've been watching you ever since you did the 1000 yrd challenge. 👍
Things I've leaned from your channel 1: the "cheap" gear often works as good, or better than, the ultra expensive name brand stuff. 2: never ever, under any circumstances, ever buy a tacticam or triggercam scope camera. Keep up the good work Sir
Yep, agree with both of your points. Certainly higher priced gear has its place and advantages in certain areas but as shown in many of my videos, more affordable options can perform much better than people give them credit for. On the cameras…. The tactacam I had was really bad, I don’t see myself ever purchasing another one of those. The trigger cam is MUCH better but as you’ve seen also has its own issues. I really like the trigger cam for several reasons and will continue to run mine… might even pick up a second one to make life a little easier.
@@MountainsMulletsMerica I swear I've seen your trigger cam go down multiple times. Maybe I'm wrong and it was always the tactacam. Either way, I hope you get one that's reliable. Scope cam videos are very helpful, especially for new shooters. Anyway, keep up the good work.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video! While filming I realized ranging and making the impacts is cool but I needed to do a little fact checking for the audience with the range finder. Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
It’s certainly a unique reticle but once you spend some time behind it I suspect you’ll find it to be pretty quick and intuitive to use. Glad you enjoyed the video and I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
I have seen so many YT videos on this optic and how durable, clear, and functional it seems to be for a ridiculously good price, so I broke down and ordered one. Can not wait to get it and try it out.
So far my experience with the ep8 has been solid. Given how affordable this optic is you can buy it knowing if you decide to resell you’ll have very little loss. Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
Glad you enjoyed the video! Lots of new content in the works so hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out. Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
Glad you enjoyed the video! Certainly there are a ton of LPVOs on the market but in my experience this ep8 has been a solid performer at a really attractive price point…. Worst case if you try one and don’t like it you could resell on the used market for very little loss. If you pull the trigger on one I think you’ll find yourself really impressed with the optic. Thanks for watching!
Outstanding Content yet again! You really showed and explained how to use that Arken Reticle! This is one of the BEST firearm related channels out there!
I shoot 62gr (non-penetrators) with my loads based on the M855 and I'm able to use the reticle to hit as well. Don't know why people say its too cluttered.
Your exclamation of how the BDC works , sounds very much like the Primary Arms with the torso sign and how the BBC works if it is, it’s an excellent BDC. I love my one by six PDC scope from Primary Arms, but I am going to be looking for a 1x8-1x10 for my 308 long range rifle, I may have to give it a whirl, I’m just gonna echo what everybody else said this information that you give and the quality of your videos you should 500K-600K subscribers, it’s always straight to the point and clear, thank you kind, sir.
Many of your videos have been answers to questions I've had, almost like you're a mind reader. I thank you for that. Great content, delivery, and overall presentation. I'd like to add a little helpful hint to anyone with this LPVO who has had an issue with their illumination. After you've cleaned and bent the contacts, as I see suggested, loosen the battery cap a little. Maybe try that first. Solved my issue with two EP8's.
It is a cool reticle. Like any reticle, you have to know how to use it. Primary Arms has had reticles like this for quite a while. Interestingly, HK style iron sights are similar in nature. I love the content. Keep it coming.
Need to do a collaboration with a little more know Gun Tuber to speed up the process, cause you should have 500k plus subscribers. Keep up the great content!
Pretty solid 1x performance in my experience…. I don’t do a ton of work at 1x but for me the image is nice and it’s easy to get on target quickly and easily with that big ring in the reticle.
Looks like the reticle is a winner. Great demonstration, that particular rifle setup seems like a good option for a capable and streamlined grab and go carbine.
Yeah I'm going to have yo agree with others, your channel is top notch. I'm working on mine but yours is very good. Wish I had the land to do theses tests. Keep it up! Subscribed.
I kinda thought it was a gimmick, but this is actually pretty cool. I think if you practice with it, you can make first-shot impacts at random distances out to 800.
Yeah my opinion this reticle is very useable and not something I’d describe as a gimmick. With a bit of practice you’ll he able to quickly and easily put rounds on unknown distance torsos. First round impacts might be tough depending on conditions but you’ll be able to get in the ball park with the first round and then rapidly make a correction and send a follow up if needed. Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Great explanation of this reticle. Still not a fan of BDC reticles but after seeing and understanding better how this one works I’d give it a shot for a budget optic
Great content as usual, your channel certainly deserves a larger base. I just ordered one of these last week- it's a shame I wasn't able to use your code to kick you back something for your hard work.
All good, there’s always next time. Really appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos and drop a comment! Lots of new content in the works so hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out!
Great informative video! I think I’ll order one of those lpvo with that reticle. I have leupold 2-10x30 mil that I love, but this reticle I can see making faster shots
I would really love to see a Mil-tree reticle in this scope. BDC’s are fine for getting guys with a small/no amount of training on large targets; but there is so much more you can do with a mil-tree and 1/2 a days worth of proper training.
Stadia metric optics are always really cool. Haven't used my EP8 yet (really looking forward to), but the stadia lines on the RCO I used to use were pretty spot on when shooting.
Yeah I think bdc/ ranging stadia optics have their place…. Some folks don’t really like them however when they expect them to perform like a more dedicated long range optic. Just like the RCO, they work great when used as design…. Quickly putting rounds on a full size torso down range! Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Very informative video! Thanks for that. I would definitely like to see more dots at the longer range holdovers. If they 'disappear' at lower power settings, so much the better. I just ordered an SH4J that'll start its service with me on a .308 cal Rem 700 heavy barrel SPS launching those 169 grain Sierra match king closed nose rounds. Gonna be fun! Thanks again!
Great work neighbor! It's uncanny how much content you post on similar setups I have and am currently interested in. I just put one on an AR10 13.9 inch not long ago. Just had time to zero and tune the gas system before I had to jump over to some other projects ahead of it. Your exps3-4 trajectory change is something coming up for my 14.5 block 2 I have one on.
Really cool setup and after seeing how the reticle looks to understand how it works. Love the view of where your shooting and you are shooting at a higher elevation of 2,100 feet to my 550 feet lol 😆
Thanks for this video. I was trying to figure this optic out for my PSA M110-A1 with 16” barrel (308). This confirmed what I was thinking. I will have a little adjustment as I am using 168gr AAC OTM to get 1 MOA.
I used the disposable portion of my Christmas bonus last year on a EP4 6-24, and this is one of the options that would have probably been a better choice for how I usually use my rifle.
What do I think? I think great, a second Arlen scope I want and would like to and hope to get. With the EP-5 Gen-II being the other. But yea, I really like this LVPO scope and the reticle is real simple to get use to and use! And once again, thank you for such a detailed and well explained informative video.
I swap this scope on any new rifle I want to load test while I’m deciding on the actual optic I want to use… the aiming point is great for zeroing. I struggle to enjoy it in any other use off the range, however, seeing as nothing I shoot w my 556 rifle (either the bullet/rifle combo or the animals) really match up with the BDC of this scope. I do love their normal scopes and my 18” 6 arc lives w the 5-25 arken which has been excellent for hunting and plinking. The search for a good FFP LPVO reticle continues…
There isn’t a need for a 20moa mount with this optic. I don’t have plans to shoot this optic to any kind of extended ranges so 0 moa is fine… also keep in mind the reticle is designed for you to shoot out to 800 yds so that can be achieved within the optic/ reticle without dialing making the can’t of the mount irrelevant assuming you can achieve the proper zero. I get asked this question a lot so I’ll likely make a video around the topic very soon
Yeah not sure why there isn’t a 300 yd hold in the reticle…. Just a guess but I wonder if the 300 yd ranging box would interfere with the center dot/ circle and that’s why isnt there? Glad you enjoyed the video!
KL Box reticle is really cool. You showed it off well. Wonder how it would be with 300 blkout. I’m looking for a 300 blkout scope for my Ruger Ranch rifle.
No payment from Arken for this video specifically. The scope was sent to free as have all of my Arken scopes….. my affiliate/ discount code does provide me a bit of a monetary kickback whenever people use the code for a purchase though.
Brown box IMI 77gr SMK is way better in my testing. Battle rifles ~ 0.75 to 1.25 MOA, precision build sub 0.5MOA 10 shot groups at 100 yrds, and the brown box are spicier by about 100 FPS roughly.
Yeah the handguard is really slick…. Best part about it for me is how clean the bottom of the rifle is. The bipod does have the ability to cant as well adjust the leg length as needed…. The only downside I’ve seen so far is the small bipod feet have a tendency to sink into some soils… the are small so they sink into muddy or sandy soils pretty easily
Been running the pa 1x8 acss reticle for years. Spent all my gun money on a full custom gamer gun that's at SAC right now. I am looking for glass just not this kind. I wish you would do a comparison between hi mag scopes like mk5 HD, rzr g3, apex rival 4x32, w no arken(sorry). Not on a 5k+ rifle. All of these scopes dropped heavily in price(used mk5 7x35 $1400-2k +$400 for the rzr). I am spoiled for choice. Love the clr reticle in the apex, not a fan of the tremor 3. Its too busy for me. I have been able to look through all but the apex but not at the same time. I like how you give us the facts and real world use w limited bias(don't change that).
@MountainsMulletsMerica Me also! Arken could do it well and keep the price of entry down like there other options! I believe they would have the market cornered, since I started shooting out to 6 & 800 yards the ability to make precision hits is my concern. I don't want a gross aiming solution for a large target. I have a really cheap sfp 1-6 lpvo that is as fast as want up close but out past 200yds put on 6x and hit 6in plates out to 600yds with ease. The glass is not great but useable
From what I’m seeing it dependent on the particular rifle/ barrel nut and handguard setup. I have plans to release a video showing testing of my various setups…. It’s not a guarantee you’ll see shift but certainly something to keep in mind and check for on your setup.
Another informative and helpful video thank you! As for the reticle, what I got out of it, you mentioned it was designed for certain bullet weights. Also what do I do if my targets are not 18x32 IPSIC targets? how do I use the reticle if I am shooting a 10 in round plate? guess my point is, As much as I love Arken scopes, this one ..at least the reticle falls short. Perhaps Arken would be better suited to offer different reticles for this scope.
Can’t argue with you here…. This reticle works well with a full size torso but as conditions change or targets become partially exposed it would make things more difficult. It’s worth noting, the reticle is calibrated for ranging using a head (9” item) using the dot for each distance up to the horizontal line above. This might be a way to help expand the versatility of the optic. Ultimately though, I agree with you. Bdc/ rapid ranging reticles are great but a mil based Christmas tree type reticle would be a nice option for this lpvo.
IMO, most ranging reticles will work as long as you learn your dope, i.e. time with your gun, optic and ammo. For complete novices the KL box may be more or less intuitive. The ACSS from PA seems to offer more windage hold off points
Great performance providing your target is static, facing you, and not obscured by cover. In a real world scenario that would be unlikely, most of the time.
That’s where the 9” ranging capability would be an option. That’s sized correctly for a head sized target which in many cases might be more visible than a full torso. Fair point though, performance will be condition dependent. Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
I liked the set up. Not sure how it’d help in a battle scenario and camo. But it’s better than nothing too. I’m guessing that in real life I’d do just like deer hunting a use a range finder to range some landmarks.
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Yea but unfortunately like them all, unless you’re forking over money and supporting the channel it seems they don’t want to and won’t reply to comments, especially those that have questions. Sure the results I’m seeing and having with multiple channels.
Local gun club is 300yards, and I’ve shot 1 PRS match. I’ve learned more from your videos and tests than I’ve learned any where else. As a visual learner your channel is AWESOME.
This channel is so under rated! Your explanations couldn't be any more direct and clear. I grabbed this optic on a whim and now I'm excited to take it out on my next range trip. Thank you for the content!
Appreciate the kind words! Glad you’re excited to test it out! Pretty hard to be an optic that only costs a couple hundred $$$ but lets you quickly and fairly easily engage torso type targets out to 800 yards.
Thanks for watching!
This is the best explanation and detailed discussion on this reticle. I was worried that it might be too busy or difficult, but this video made me a believer.
Yeah at first glance the reticle feels a little overwhelming. Once you spend some time behind it in a practical application like this using it becomes very natural. If you decide to snag one and try it for yourself you’ll have to let me know how you like it!
@MountainsMulletsMerica I appreciate the response! I'll be pulling the trigger on one of these soon and will be sure to use your affiliate code!
@@vzdownvery cool! Appreciate the support!
Arken EP8 is my go-to for putting on my "hand out" battle rifles. Once it's set up, the end user doesn't need to know anything about ballistics, MOA, MRAD, ect. They just need to range, hold, and understand the most basic concepts for calling wind. I go 1 farther when I set them up, I dial out the spin drift for a 0 wind at 800. Just like the elevation "truing" it simplifies the set up for battlefield accuracy.
I don't know how you only have 71k subs, should be way more. No one comes close on very informative content like you have imo. Thank you for these videos
I agree,the content is so on point and informative.
You produce A+++ tutorial video’s
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Excellent demonstration of this reticle, I was a bit confused on this BDC reticle before. As you point out, this is a combat accurate reticle and seems to work really good for ranging torso size targets, but I don't care for the clutter compared to the ACSS reticle or traditional ACOG RCO. But the bottom line, it works very well!! Great review Zak!
Very nice. I also have this on my 556. What a great reticle. Glass is clearer in person. Kl box is leathal. Thank you for this video.
I'm sure Arken appreciates it also.
How do you only have 70k in subs. Content is far too good for that few subs!!! Thumbs up... Subscribe and turn in the notifications.....
shhhh he is a secret LOL
Just think how much people will have to watch and learn when they do find him. He is the best at slowing it down and showing us step by step
This is by far the best practical long-range shooting channel on the internet. This guy's delivery is on point, he's going to get big with time I'm sure
Real life info on gear , great Channel
I agree with this. Really great content.
Thanks for being into the exact same thinks I’m into. long range precision shooting, pvs-30, scopes, hand loading and being AWESOME,
Great video bro! That reticle seemed waaaaaaayyyyy too busy to me when I first looked at it. Your video definitely made sense of it and it even seems like a perk now. Great content as always man!
It certainly has a different look and a bit of a busy feel…. Running it out to distance on unknown distance torso type targets though is pretty easy and relatively intuitive.
Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
You do an excellent job communicating the facts and explaining exactly what people are wondering about products and concepts that are relevant, interesting, useful, and realistic (unlike some channels) Keep doing what you’re doing. Your channel is going to blow up MMW. Have been watching for a while and today I just subscribed. Would love to see a review of that hand guard with the integrated bipod if you don’t already have one!
Really appreciate the support! Just a regular guy out here trying to share my interest in long range shooting with my audience, really cool to hear you enjoy the approach.
Great idea on a review of the blk lbl handguard. That’s something I can do down the road once I have more time on this upper!
Thank you! Love the channel. Keep it up.
Really appreciate you taking the time to watch and send the super thanks my way! Lots of new content in the works… just have to find time to get it all filmed. Hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out!
Great content. Great tutorial. I agree with the masses that you have an amazing channel full of practical information for us shooters. Keep it up
This is pretty cool and seems to work well. For the price this LPVO seems pretty good. Their SH 4-16 is really awesome too although it’s heavy and the turrets are massive. If Arken would make this LPVO in a mil based reticle with a tree I’d buy it yesterday. Even if they made it with the KL Box in mils I’d be happy. Gotta love that price and 34mm tube for all the light. Thanks for a great breakdown of what looks like a very unorthodox reticle.
This is an impressive optic . I love this channel ,and the lessons I've learned are awesome. Thanks 😊
Appreciate you watching and hope you stick around for more! Let me know if you ever have any kind of video ideas!
@MountainsMulletsMerica I would love to see some of the Arken red dot and night vision if you haven't already done it. I've been watching you ever since you did the 1000 yrd challenge. 👍
Things I've leaned from your channel
1: the "cheap" gear often works as good, or better than, the ultra expensive name brand stuff.
2: never ever, under any circumstances, ever buy a tacticam or triggercam scope camera.
Keep up the good work Sir
Yep, agree with both of your points. Certainly higher priced gear has its place and advantages in certain areas but as shown in many of my videos, more affordable options can perform much better than people give them credit for.
On the cameras…. The tactacam I had was really bad, I don’t see myself ever purchasing another one of those. The trigger cam is MUCH better but as you’ve seen also has its own issues. I really like the trigger cam for several reasons and will continue to run mine… might even pick up a second one to make life a little easier.
@@MountainsMulletsMerica I swear I've seen your trigger cam go down multiple times. Maybe I'm wrong and it was always the tactacam. Either way, I hope you get one that's reliable. Scope cam videos are very helpful, especially for new shooters. Anyway, keep up the good work.
Outstanding! I have one of these on the way with their 7-35x56 scope (bought the scope as soon as I watched your video that you put out).
Liked your process at the end, proving the reticle helped with ranging 750
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video! While filming I realized ranging and making the impacts is cool but I needed to do a little fact checking for the audience with the range finder.
Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
Such a great video! I was so cunfused when I first saw that reticle
It’s certainly a unique reticle but once you spend some time behind it I suspect you’ll find it to be pretty quick and intuitive to use.
Glad you enjoyed the video and I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
I have this optic on my 16" Ruger SFAR .308, and I really like it. The 1x CQB reticle is a nice touch.
I have seen so many YT videos on this optic and how durable, clear, and functional it seems to be for a ridiculously good price, so I broke down and ordered one. Can not wait to get it and try it out.
So far my experience with the ep8 has been solid. Given how affordable this optic is you can buy it knowing if you decide to resell you’ll have very little loss.
Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
Ha! Perfect timing for this to drop! I just bought one of these from Arken at 30% off and used Mullet for the code.
Keep making interesting content!
Bought this lvpo a couple months ago and it slaps! Love this channel, keep it coming!
Great video, man. I have an EP8, and it works great. Hope you get a lot more subs. Good luck.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Lots of new content in the works so hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out. Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
Great content! Awesome explanation on what looks to be my next 5.56 optic of choice thanks!
Glad you enjoyed the video! Certainly there are a ton of LPVOs on the market but in my experience this ep8 has been a solid performer at a really attractive price point…. Worst case if you try one and don’t like it you could resell on the used market for very little loss.
If you pull the trigger on one I think you’ll find yourself really impressed with the optic. Thanks for watching!
Outstanding Content yet again! You really showed and explained how to use that Arken Reticle! This is one of the BEST firearm related channels out there!
I shoot 62gr (non-penetrators) with my loads based on the M855 and I'm able to use the reticle to hit as well. Don't know why people say its too cluttered.
For the price point on their optics, Arken is hard to beat. I love their optics myself.
Your exclamation of how the BDC works , sounds very much like the Primary Arms with the torso sign and how the BBC works if it is, it’s an excellent BDC. I love my one by six PDC scope from Primary Arms, but I am going to be looking for a 1x8-1x10 for my 308 long range rifle, I may have to give it a whirl, I’m just gonna echo what everybody else said this information that you give and the quality of your videos you should 500K-600K subscribers, it’s always straight to the point and clear, thank you kind, sir.
Bought a arken 1-6 wasn't what I was looking for they refunded me quickly and they were easy to deal with .still trying there products. Great video.
Many of your videos have been answers to questions I've had, almost like you're a mind reader. I thank you for that. Great content, delivery, and overall presentation.
I'd like to add a little helpful hint to anyone with this LPVO who has had an issue with their illumination. After you've cleaned and bent the contacts, as I see suggested, loosen the battery cap a little. Maybe try that first. Solved my issue with two EP8's.
Thanks Zack , Glad to see you testing this EP8 for accuracy , and it is accurate . ❤
Man another banger! Love it man!
Appreciate you watching, glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent information. Keep up the great work!
Glad you enjoyed the video and appreciate the support! Lots of new content coming so hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out!
It is a cool reticle. Like any reticle, you have to know how to use it. Primary Arms has had reticles like this for quite a while. Interestingly, HK style iron sights are similar in nature. I love the content. Keep it coming.
Need to do a collaboration with a little more know Gun Tuber to speed up the process, cause you should have 500k plus subscribers. Keep up the great content!
Very helpful for a hunting background guy new to AR platform and looking for a practical ranging optic.
Dude, great video. Just stumbled upon your channel. subscribed. Keep it up
Appreciate it, glad you found the channel! Hope you’ll stick around for more…. I’m trying to pump out a ton of new content to keep the growth going!
I haven't taken mine out to distance but really like the 1x capabilities.
Pretty solid 1x performance in my experience…. I don’t do a ton of work at 1x but for me the image is nice and it’s easy to get on target quickly and easily with that big ring in the reticle.
Looks like the reticle is a winner. Great demonstration, that particular rifle setup seems like a good option for a capable and streamlined grab and go carbine.
The EP8 is definitely an outstanding value for what it can do.
I have a couple ACSS reticle optics. It's pretty good stuff being able to range on the fly.
Yeah I'm going to have yo agree with others, your channel is top notch. I'm working on mine but yours is very good. Wish I had the land to do theses tests. Keep it up! Subscribed.
Kudos for producing a simple yet informative channel. Your narration is similar to that of Marty Stauffer.
Great video! Probably finalized the sale for me. I'll take that 20rd pmag if you don't want it.
I kinda thought it was a gimmick, but this is actually pretty cool. I think if you practice with it, you can make first-shot impacts at random distances out to 800.
Yeah my opinion this reticle is very useable and not something I’d describe as a gimmick. With a bit of practice you’ll he able to quickly and easily put rounds on unknown distance torsos. First round impacts might be tough depending on conditions but you’ll be able to get in the ball park with the first round and then rapidly make a correction and send a follow up if needed.
Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Great explanation of this reticle. Still not a fan of BDC reticles but after seeing and understanding better how this one works I’d give it a shot for a budget optic
Great content as usual, your channel certainly deserves a larger base. I just ordered one of these last week- it's a shame I wasn't able to use your code to kick you back something for your hard work.
All good, there’s always next time. Really appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos and drop a comment! Lots of new content in the works so hope you’ll stay tuned to check it out!
Great informative video! I think I’ll order one of those lpvo with that reticle. I have leupold 2-10x30 mil that I love, but this reticle I can see making faster shots
I would really love to see a Mil-tree reticle in this scope. BDC’s are fine for getting guys with a small/no amount of training on large targets; but there is so much more you can do with a mil-tree and 1/2 a days worth of proper training.
Awesome video as always
Stadia metric optics are always really cool. Haven't used my EP8 yet (really looking forward to), but the stadia lines on the RCO I used to use were pretty spot on when shooting.
Yeah I think bdc/ ranging stadia optics have their place…. Some folks don’t really like them however when they expect them to perform like a more dedicated long range optic. Just like the RCO, they work great when used as design…. Quickly putting rounds on a full size torso down range!
Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Very informative video! Thanks for that. I would definitely like to see more dots at the longer range holdovers. If they 'disappear' at lower power settings, so much the better. I just ordered an SH4J that'll start its service with me on a .308 cal Rem 700 heavy barrel SPS launching those 169 grain Sierra match king closed nose rounds. Gonna be fun! Thanks again!
Great work neighbor! It's uncanny how much content you post on similar setups I have and am currently interested in. I just put one on an AR10 13.9 inch not long ago. Just had time to zero and tune the gas system before I had to jump over to some other projects ahead of it. Your exps3-4 trajectory change is something coming up for my 14.5 block 2 I have one on.
Really cool setup and after seeing how the reticle looks to understand how it works. Love the view of where your shooting and you are shooting at a higher elevation of 2,100 feet to my 550 feet lol 😆
My new go to channel! Can you do a video between single and double stage triggers for long range please? Thanks!
Thanks for this video. I was trying to figure this optic out for my PSA M110-A1 with 16” barrel (308). This confirmed what I was thinking. I will have a little adjustment as I am using 168gr AAC OTM to get 1 MOA.
I used the disposable portion of my Christmas bonus last year on a EP4 6-24, and this is one of the options that would have probably been a better choice for how I usually use my rifle.
That handguard with the built in bipod is interesting. How about more info on that? Would you replace your standard bipods with a built in system?
What do I think? I think great, a second Arlen scope I want and would like to and hope to get. With the EP-5 Gen-II being the other.
But yea, I really like this LVPO scope and the reticle is real simple to get use to and use!
And once again, thank you for such a detailed and well explained informative video.
I swap this scope on any new rifle I want to load test while I’m deciding on the actual optic I want to use… the aiming point is great for zeroing. I struggle to enjoy it in any other use off the range, however, seeing as nothing I shoot w my 556 rifle (either the bullet/rifle combo or the animals) really match up with the BDC of this scope. I do love their normal scopes and my 18” 6 arc lives w the 5-25 arken which has been excellent for hunting and plinking. The search for a good FFP LPVO reticle continues…
Great job as always! Make it line up for my 6 arc 😮
Great vid my man. Is the mount you're using for this scope "0" or "20 MOA" ? and why?
Froze and zoomed in....looks like a "0 MOA". Why did you opt for a zero over +20?
There isn’t a need for a 20moa mount with this optic. I don’t have plans to shoot this optic to any kind of extended ranges so 0 moa is fine… also keep in mind the reticle is designed for you to shoot out to 800 yds so that can be achieved within the optic/ reticle without dialing making the can’t of the mount irrelevant assuming you can achieve the proper zero.
I get asked this question a lot so I’ll likely make a video around the topic very soon
@@MountainsMulletsMerica I appreciate your fast response. I was under the same impression when using a BDC instead of dialing. Cheers mate!
I would love to see you test the practical accuracy of the Robinson XCR-M in a variety of calibers
This was awesome
Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support the channel!
Oh, from what I was seeing you were stacking your shots on top of each other.
I won one of these…not sure what it’s going on yet..great video!,
Very cool! You can never have too many optics haha. Worst case, if the scope was free maybe buy a new rifle to put it on??
@ yeah probably will have to get another rifle 🤠
Just bought my first Arken LH4 4X16 love it alot .. been wondering about the kill box..
Great video
I'm convinced.
Awesome vid man! I purchased one last year on hopes and dreams and it did not disappoint. Is it odd that it does not have a 300yd box though?
Yeah not sure why there isn’t a 300 yd hold in the reticle…. Just a guess but I wonder if the 300 yd ranging box would interfere with the center dot/ circle and that’s why isnt there?
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Might run this for my 16” 308. Hope it works out. All I been shooting is 155 and 175
KL Box reticle is really cool. You showed it off well. Wonder how it would be with 300 blkout. I’m looking for a 300 blkout scope for my Ruger Ranch rifle.
It sucks your trigger cam was crapping out. Must be frustrating. Still great work. Thanks for the effort.
Cool for messing around, plinking etc. Would make much more sense with a larger cal. Would like to see .308 results. Nice one.
I'm glad you're gaining viewers, and I hope you nothing but success. Is this a paid video or just a demo of the optic
No payment from Arken for this video specifically. The scope was sent to free as have all of my Arken scopes….. my affiliate/ discount code does provide me a bit of a monetary kickback whenever people use the code for a purchase though.
@MountainsMulletsMerica thank you for the response. I really enjoy your channel, I appreciate the work you put into your channel.
Great vid. Only wish they had it in MIL rather than MOA.
Alas.
Awesome. I have one on my psa m110a1 sabre and now I'm thinking maybe move it over 5.56.
Thanks for the video
Pretty cool Zack..that rail/bipod and reticle. Wouldn’t a .243wssm ar 24” be a cool. The O’Neil boys showed 1 while back ands a laser.
Great vid
Bro!!! You videos are straight early 90’s nostalgia. It might be the audio. I’m not sure…
Good stuff
Looks good 👍🏻
Brown box IMI 77gr SMK is way better in my testing. Battle rifles ~ 0.75 to 1.25 MOA, precision build sub 0.5MOA 10 shot groups at 100 yrds, and the brown box are spicier by about 100 FPS roughly.
Interesting innovation with the hand guard bipod, only downside I’m seeing if you can adjust cant with it
Yeah the handguard is really slick…. Best part about it for me is how clean the bottom of the rifle is. The bipod does have the ability to cant as well adjust the leg length as needed…. The only downside I’ve seen so far is the small bipod feet have a tendency to sink into some soils… the are small so they sink into muddy or sandy soils pretty easily
Thank you.
Been running the pa 1x8 acss reticle for years. Spent all my gun money on a full custom gamer gun that's at SAC right now. I am looking for glass just not this kind. I wish you would do a comparison between hi mag scopes like mk5 HD, rzr g3, apex rival 4x32, w no arken(sorry). Not on a 5k+ rifle. All of these scopes dropped heavily in price(used mk5 7x35 $1400-2k +$400 for the rzr). I am spoiled for choice. Love the clr reticle in the apex, not a fan of the tremor 3. Its too busy for me. I have been able to look through all but the apex but not at the same time. I like how you give us the facts and real world use w limited bias(don't change that).
I have one and like it so far, but I need to go somewhere quiet and get a spotting scope to true up the reticle.
Arken just give us a mil Christmas tree reticle 1-8
Yesss!!! The kl box reticle is cool but I also love a mil based Christmas tree in an lpvo. I’d love to see this as well!
@MountainsMulletsMerica Me also! Arken could do it well and keep the price of entry down like there other options! I believe they would have the market cornered, since I started shooting out to 6 & 800 yards the ability to make precision hits is my concern. I don't want a gross aiming solution for a large target. I have a really cheap sfp 1-6 lpvo that is as fast as want up close but out past 200yds put on 6x and hit 6in plates out to 600yds with ease. The glass is not great but useable
Excellent
Impressive.
Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Had no clue poi shifts from bipods to tripod. That is pretty cool.
From what I’m seeing it dependent on the particular rifle/ barrel nut and handguard setup. I have plans to release a video showing testing of my various setups…. It’s not a guarantee you’ll see shift but certainly something to keep in mind and check for on your setup.
@ yes sir. Thank you for the response. I’ll have to load up some rounds and try this weekend off a tripod and see what happens.
Another informative and helpful video thank you!
As for the reticle, what I got out of it, you mentioned it was designed for certain bullet weights. Also what do I do if my targets are not 18x32 IPSIC targets? how do I use the reticle if I am shooting a 10 in round plate? guess my point is, As much as I love Arken scopes, this one ..at least the reticle falls short. Perhaps Arken would be better suited to offer different reticles for this scope.
Can’t argue with you here…. This reticle works well with a full size torso but as conditions change or targets become partially exposed it would make things more difficult. It’s worth noting, the reticle is calibrated for ranging using a head (9” item) using the dot for each distance up to the horizontal line above. This might be a way to help expand the versatility of the optic.
Ultimately though, I agree with you. Bdc/ rapid ranging reticles are great but a mil based Christmas tree type reticle would be a nice option for this lpvo.
IMO, most ranging reticles will work as long as you learn your dope, i.e. time with your gun, optic and ammo. For complete novices the KL box may be more or less intuitive. The ACSS from PA seems to offer more windage hold off points
Great performance providing your target is static, facing you, and not obscured by cover. In a real world scenario that would be unlikely, most of the time.
That’s where the 9” ranging capability would be an option. That’s sized correctly for a head sized target which in many cases might be more visible than a full torso.
Fair point though, performance will be condition dependent. Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
I liked the set up. Not sure how it’d help in a battle scenario and camo. But it’s better than nothing too. I’m guessing that in real life I’d do just like deer hunting a use a range finder to range some landmarks.