S&B Polar Vs. Victory HT vs. Others...
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Guys, I took delivery of my new S&B Polar T96 scope today. I couldn`t be more pleased with my choice.I'm actually very impressed,and I'm also hooked(big time). I'll be buying more S&B products in the near future.
This is one hell of a scope.. I strongly recommend it to everyone who needs a low light hunting scope.It WILL deliver,big time!!!
Just went for a quick field test,just looking through the scope,no rifle under it,I'm truly impressed to say the least.. .
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This is one hell of a scope.. I strongly recommend it to everyone who needs a low light hunting scope.It WILL deliver,big time!!!
Just went for a quick field test,just looking through the scope,no rifle under it,I'm truly impressed to say the least.. .
Best regards,
Jordan
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Just mounted it in the blaser saddle mount....I should be able to do some shooting and to sight it in tomorrow.
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Re: S&B Polar Vs. Victory HT vs. Others...
That's a serious looking scope. Hopefully I'll have a look through one, one day.
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The R93 looks like a toy under it.. I can`t wait to start shooting with it...
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Re: S&B Polar Vs. Victory HT vs. Others...
Which height rings did you use and does the scope fit in the slot in a Blaser C case with those turrets?
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I just got regular rings,I don`t know if there is another height available.Gun Barrel Ecologist wrote:Which height rings did you use and does the scope fit in the slot in a Blaser C case with those turrets?
For the blaser case,I don`t know since I don`t own such a case..
The turrets aren`t too tall so I think it might fit..
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Re: S&B Polar Vs. Victory HT vs. Others...
A little update on that one... German quality... not so much these days...
I only managed to fire around 15 to 20 shots with the 9,3 and the Schmidt. After ten or so shots I got some dust on and around the reticle(maybe it`s paint particles that were not properly cleaned when the scope was assembled,I don`t know,and frankly I don`t care).The scope went off for warranty service. I got it back a month and a half after giving it to the dealer(and I live in the EU). This time I put it on my 308 win. barrel and even before shooting it I saw another piece of something inside the optic,It was only visible on low magnification from the eyebox ,the other way around(from objective) it was visible on all magnification settings.I gave it back to the dealer and it should have went to Schmidt and Bender by now.
Needless to say ,I'm disappointed by the way they(the dealer and schmidt & bender) handled this issue. Never expected that I'm going to get a serviced scope that has the same issue even bigger than the first time I sent it.I lost confidence in that brand...
They said that they are going to act a as fast as possible that time(not sure how to interpret that).. Anyway... The wait is on again..
Best regards,
I only managed to fire around 15 to 20 shots with the 9,3 and the Schmidt. After ten or so shots I got some dust on and around the reticle(maybe it`s paint particles that were not properly cleaned when the scope was assembled,I don`t know,and frankly I don`t care).The scope went off for warranty service. I got it back a month and a half after giving it to the dealer(and I live in the EU). This time I put it on my 308 win. barrel and even before shooting it I saw another piece of something inside the optic,It was only visible on low magnification from the eyebox ,the other way around(from objective) it was visible on all magnification settings.I gave it back to the dealer and it should have went to Schmidt and Bender by now.
Needless to say ,I'm disappointed by the way they(the dealer and schmidt & bender) handled this issue. Never expected that I'm going to get a serviced scope that has the same issue even bigger than the first time I sent it.I lost confidence in that brand...
They said that they are going to act a as fast as possible that time(not sure how to interpret that).. Anyway... The wait is on again..
Best regards,
Jordan
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Farrrrk! That is very dissapointing! Never thought a high end scope like that would have such quality control issues! I was looking at getting a Polar scope by S&B simply because the 96% light transmission coating they are using is geared towards the dusk and dawn wavelengths also. Supposedly nothing beats it! Their coating on the lenses is awesome but having dust on them internally, I am very concerned. I'd have asked for a replacement and not accepted a repair! That is just dog$hi+....It's like you bought a second hand scope. I suggest you write to S&B.....and tell them your expressing your concerns on a forum.JPBlaser wrote:A little update on that one... German quality... not so much these days...
I only managed to fire around 15 to 20 shots with the 9,3 and the Schmidt. After ten or so shots I got some dust on and around the reticle(maybe it`s paint particles that were not properly cleaned when the scope was assembled,I don`t know,and frankly I don`t care).The scope went off for warranty service. I got it back a month and a half after giving it to the dealer(and I live in the EU). This time I put it on my 308 win. barrel and even before shooting it I saw another piece of something inside the optic,It was only visible on low magnification from the eyebox ,the other way around(from objective) it was visible on all magnification settings.I gave it back to the dealer and it should have went to Schmidt and Bender by now.
Needless to say ,I'm disappointed by the way they(the dealer and schmidt & bender) handled this issue. Never expected that I'm going to get a serviced scope that has the same issue even bigger than the first time I sent it.I lost confidence in that brand...
They said that they are going to act a as fast as possible that time(not sure how to interpret that).. Anyway... The wait is on again..
Best regards,
Joe
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Wow Jordan that is disappointing to hear that.
As Joe suggested I would demand a new scope . Im sure they wouldn’t want the word to get around on forums like this . Let alone taking them to a consumer law agency.
Please keep us updated as I’m possibly interested in getting one in the next year or so.
Best wishes
Steve
As Joe suggested I would demand a new scope . Im sure they wouldn’t want the word to get around on forums like this . Let alone taking them to a consumer law agency.
Please keep us updated as I’m possibly interested in getting one in the next year or so.
Best wishes
Steve
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I don`t think that they consider it a big deal...anyway I intend to hold off on the nasty e-mail writing for now. If I don`t get my scope in the next week or so I'm going to write to them to ask them WTF?!?!. I wrote that post so people can see how even the big names in the business fork up some times...my point is that Manure happens(I don`t know if you all will believe me ,but I didn`t even curse at them when I saw both issues)...
I'm disappointed by the way they handled the issue so far,but I'm not at all angry,the problem will be solved one way or another...
By the way, when I first got it, the scope had exceptional image quality,I went out in the field in the evening just to have a look through it and it was very,very bright(Not sure if you'll be able to see any difference to the Victory HT),the corrections are very positive and inspire confidence. The model looks like it`s very good, it seems that the quality assurance guy that checked mine had a rough day..
Best regards,
I'm disappointed by the way they handled the issue so far,but I'm not at all angry,the problem will be solved one way or another...
By the way, when I first got it, the scope had exceptional image quality,I went out in the field in the evening just to have a look through it and it was very,very bright(Not sure if you'll be able to see any difference to the Victory HT),the corrections are very positive and inspire confidence. The model looks like it`s very good, it seems that the quality assurance guy that checked mine had a rough day..
Best regards,
Jordan
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Re: S&B Polar Vs. Victory HT vs. Others...
Who makes that rail mount that is on your scope I have been looking for something like that? How do you take it on and off?sav338 wrote:I shot my Zeiss victory out just past 1100 metres on my 300wby at a plate , awesome clarity , worth a look,
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The rail mount for the scope is a blaser saddle mount but the one holding the buble level is from Innomount . It’s in their catalogue sorry but can’t remember page number , and I bought it from. http://www.upgradeyourrifle.com/gb/MM wrote:Who makes that rail mount that is on your scope I have been looking for something like that? How do you take it on and off?sav338 wrote:I shot my Zeiss victory out just past 1100 metres on my 300wby at a plate , awesome clarity , worth a look,
VICTORY V8 2.8–20x56
The perfectionist with light reserves
The 2.8–20x56 ZEISS VICTORY V8 opens up every opportunity – from long-distance shots to hunting deep into the twilight. 92% light transmission ensures bright, high-contrast images. This model is compact and easy to use, making it the perfect match for even the highest quality rifles.
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They promised that they will act as fast as possible and this time they were twice as fast. I just got my rifle scope back from the second trip to Germany. First inspection did not show any more crap inside...Let`s see what happens once I shoot it ,unfortunately this won`t happen for another week or so...
Let`s hope that this was it`s last trip to Germany for warranty service.
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Let`s hope that this was it`s last trip to Germany for warranty service.
Best regards,
Jordan
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That's good news! A new replacement scope or repaired? Serial number unchanged? Yes let's just hope that there's no more sheisen dust inside it.......keep us posted....
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Re: S&B Polar Vs. Victory HT vs. Others...
"Tier one " from England build and sell a replacement ring for the Blaser saddle mount that has a bubble level built in and they also offer 20 MOA rings.
I would next time go that way for the next scope.
PS keep us up to date with your scope as I am saving up for a new either SB or Swarovski X5, but undecided as yet.
Cheers
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I would next time go that way for the next scope.
PS keep us up to date with your scope as I am saving up for a new either SB or Swarovski X5, but undecided as yet.
Cheers
Steve