GPO scope whats not to like??

[lukerobs]

Just looking through optics warehouse and found this in their deer stalking scopes? Whats not to like when on a budget ?? Any one tried one? Any recommendations on GPO

German Precison Optics GPO Spectra 7.5x50i Illuminated G4I Fiber Lightweight 30mm Stalking Rifle Scope (JAPANESE/GERMAN)

The GPO Spectra 7.5x50i is a Japanese origin and German assembled powerhouse! It offers superb value for money for those who are looking for a quality, simple, no thrills deer stalking hunting fixed power rifle scope.

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[lukerobs]

German Precision Optics Spectra 4x 4-16x50i SFP Rifle Scope w/ Icontrol Illumination - G4i Fiber Stalking Reticle

With a 30 mm center tube, PASSIONTrack turrets that can be zeroed without tools and a first-class field of view at 100m, you will succeed in target acquisition with the SPECTRA 4-16x50i even at full magnification and difficult lighting conditions. Of course, this riflescope is also equipped with...

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[3595wilk]

I have one on my .243. I also have a Zeiss variable mag scope on my .308.
Glass brightness on the GPO is as good as the Zeiss.
For that asking price, what's not to like?
Have a look at the video below for a view too.....

 

[Steff]

I have one on my .243. I also have a Zeiss variable mag scope on my .308.
Glass brightness on the GPO is as good as the Zeiss.
....

Such statements aren't really helpful.

Which Zeiss are you talking about? Terra, Conquest, Duralyth, V4, V6, V8, HT, Classic, Varipoint, .....?
Zeiss isn't just Zeiss.

 

[lukerobs]

I have one on my .243. I also have a Zeiss variable mag scope on my .308.
Glass brightness on the GPO is as good as the Zeiss.
For that asking price, what's not to like?
Have a look at the video below for a view too.....

Great video

 

[3595wilk]

Such statements aren't really helpful.

Which Zeiss are you talking about? Terra, Conquest, Duralyth, V4, V6, V8, HT, Classic, Varipoint, .....?
Zeiss isn't just Zeiss.

Wow....bit early to be so grumpy isn't it? Now I know Germany are out of the Euros.....

The point I was trying (and clearly failing in your less than humble opinion) to make, is comparing a midrange German company (Zeiss) with a cheaper German company product, rather than a specific range.

For the pedant police........my .308 currently wears a 2x8 Conquest DL. Not sure of the serial number off hand.....but can always get it for you if you need the specifics......

Oh and didn't know Zeiss made a range called Duralyth.

 

[HonestJohn]

And we’re off

Here comes Saturday

 

[KimE]

Field of view are narrow i want the low magnification to be 1-2x on a variable scope on a fixed it can be 2,5 or 4x. Fixed 7,5x you can only see hair on a big animal close up.

 

[lukerobs]

Guys i am a novice stalker i dont need to split hairs with what scope out does what just like the look of the gpo for the money yes better scopes available but for me i wouldnt really be able to tell the difference between a good scope and a top scope

This gpo seems to tick my boxs tho 4-16x50

 

[Steff]

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For the pedant police........my .308 currently wears a 2x8 Conquest DL. Not sure of the serial number off hand.....but can always get it for you if you need the specifics......

This puts it all into perspective. The Conquest DL's were the start of Zeiss's European low budget strategy. No wonder, you didn't see any difference.

BTW, I'M NOT GRUMPY!!

 

[lukerobs]

Field of view are narrow i want the low magnification to be 1-2x on a variable scope on a fixed it can be 2,5 or 4x. Fixed 7,5x you can only see hair on a big animal close up.

Im leaning towards the second one i put up the 16x50 looks a good one

 

[3595wilk]

This puts it all into perspective. The Conquest DL's were the start of Zeiss's European low budget strategy. No wonder, you didn't see any difference.

BTW, I'M NOT GRUMPY!!

I'm so glad my information has been able to relieve what must have been such a stressful situation for you.

Seems like Germany finally adopted a European wide strategy that worked.......

 

[EMcC]

I have a 7.5 x 50 on my .308 and quite frankly cannot see much difference between it and my Schmidt 3-12 x 50 when brought down to similar magnification on my 30-06.
Worth every penny I reckon.

 

[Tom8]

Gpo are great scopes and the binoculars are

 

[monarman]

To add my opinion from being an owner and user of both gpo and having had zeiss and swaro etc.... the gpo is punching above its price tag without doubt! I have the spectra 4-16×50 with the g4 drop reticle (ballistic ret with illuminated centre dot).

 

[lukerobs]

To add my opinion from being an owner and user of both gpo and having had zeiss and swaro etc.... the gpo is punching above its price tag without doubt! I have the spectra 4-16×50 with the g4 drop reticle (ballistic ret with illuminated centre dot).

This is the one im ordering mate really glad to see this comment

 

[308rws]

According to Cyclops Joe:

 

[gelert]

Guys i am a novice stalker i dont need to split hairs with what scope out does what just like the look of the gpo for the money yes better scopes available but for me i wouldnt really be able to tell the difference between a good scope and a top scope

This gpo seems to tick my boxs tho 4-16x50

Great scope for the money. I've been using one for aprox 12 months after a lifetime of using Schmidt and Bender.
The illuminated dot works well,with many intensities for low light situations.Glass is crisp and clear,and I think but pretty sure there's a lifetime warranty.

GPO have really come along last few years, offering great entry optics.
Coincidentally I've also bought one of their range finding binoculars to replace my Leicas.

 

[lukerobs]

Great scope for the money. I've been using one for aprox 12 months after a lifetime of using Schmidt and Bender.
The illuminated dot works well,with many intensities for low light situations.Glass is crisp and clear,and I think but pretty sure there's a lifetime warranty.

GPO have really come along last few years, offering great entry optics.
Coincidentally I've also bought one of their range finding binoculars to replace my Leicas.

Brilliant i have now ordered a 4-16x50 really looking forward to getting it mounted seens for my budget i couldnt find anything els that has the same rep for the money

 

[bbell]

Wanted to bring this back up. Has anyone tested the durability of the GPO scopes? Does it track reliably when dialing? Thanks