100% US-made NEW Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 FFP Riflescope – First Look

Overview

Vortex Optics has come up with an amazing Razor HD AMG FFP riflescope which boasts of the same optical clarity of the already popular Razor HD scope. However, the most important aspect in the new Razor HD AMG scope is the far lesser weight. One of the scoring points for Vortex Razor HD AMG (Advanced Manufacturing Group) is the fact that it has been manufactured completely in the US. There is not a single part of the scope (not even the smallest screws) that is made in any other part of the world. The manufacturer has been successful is restricting the price of this 100% US-made scope to the price of Vortex Razor HD Gen II 4.5-27×56 riflescopes. MSRP of the upcoming scope is $3,399. However, street price will be around $2,500. New Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 riflescope was first showcased at Shot Show 2016 and is likely to be released during July 2016. It will be available in both MRAD and MOA measurements and currently the Razor HD AMG model available will be 6-24×50.

Will it be a delight for long range shooters?

Every bit of the scope showcases features and specialties of a winner. It comes with turrets features similar to that found in Razor HD Gen 2 scopes, Type III hard-anodized body, 28.8 oz weight (lightest weight in the long range riflescope market), index matched lenses, and many more. Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 FFP EBR-7 MOA scope is a highly recommended riflescope for long range shooters, precision tactical, and hunters who are looking for a top tier long range precision riflescope.

What are its Specialties?

If you are asking for a reason to buy this upcoming 6-24×50 FFP scope, there are many. However, here only the specialties will be highlighted. It comes with:

• Lighter weight (around 1 pound lighter than the already popular Razor HD Gen II scopes)
• 30mm body tube, and
• Black colored body.
• When it comes to buying decision, the shooters will find it highly buyable because of its price point, which is the same as Razor HD Gen 2.
• To top the list of benefits is the complete Made in USA aspect, which is an instant hit among many shooters.

Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 will be the perfect companion for wide array of long range shooting expeditions. Whether the requirement is for tactical applications, long range precision shooting at steel and paper, or open-landscape western hunts, you will find this new scope handy (more so because of the lightest in-class weight) that didn’t sacrifice performance.

Specs at a Glance

Important specifications of Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 riflescope are:

What are the Important Features?

#1 Turrets, Elevation/Windage, & Illumination

The first thing to take note of is the turret system, which is nothing but the miniaturized version of L-Tec turret, a highly successful turret form found in Razor HD Gen II riflescope of Vortex Optics. A specialized locking mechanism (integrated pop up and down) can be found in this turret which keeps the same locked on the shooter’s zero until and unless the shooter decides making further adjustments.

Windage and elevation graduations are now easy to read in this upcoming Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 FFP riflescope because of the presence of laser-etched marking references. To get optimal precision as well as accuracy, shooters will get infinite setting positions thereby allowing setting of zero between clicks. After a shooter dials temporary elevation correction, hard stop can be achieved for assisting accurate returns.

In the side parallax knob, you will find integrated lockable illumination dial. This feature helps in streamlined performance as well as easy access. To enable shooters get the perfect illumination in accordance with the varying lighting condition, Vortex optics has incorporated 11 illumination intensity levels. Off positions between every setting can also be found for precise illumination.

#2 Scope Body, Adjustments, and Usability in All Environmental Conditions

Single aircraft-grade aluminum solid block is used for manufacturing scope body. Body tube has a diameter of 30mm, which provides enough space for attaining maximum elevation adjustment (of 96 MOA or 28 MRAD).

Whether it is the turrets, eyepiece, mag-ring, or other parts of the scope exterior, Vortex has made it clear that their new scope has Type III hard-anodized feature. This helps the scope to be scratch resistant, on one hand, and highly durable, on the other.

Vortex Optics has incorporated O-rings, which prevent debris, dust, and moisture from getting into the Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 FFP scope, thereby enhancing scope performance in all environmental conditions. For preventing internal fogging, the body tube has been purged with argon gas.

#3 Image Quality, Lens, Coating, and Reticle

The new Vortex Razor HD AMG scope comes with unparalleled image quality. The manufacturer has used apochromatic (APO) objective lens system, which uses index-matched lenses. This helps in correcting color throughout the entire visual spectrum. Ultimate color fidelity and resolution can be achieved throughout the HD premium extra-low dispersion glass, thereby producing High Definition images. To achieve optimum brightness (which can be achieved through increased light transmission), Vortex has used fully multicoated XR Plus premium lenses. To resist any kind of scratch or deposition of dirt or oil on the exterior lenses, ArmorTek technology is used. Users of Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 FFP scope will get glass-etched reticle, which is placed in the first focal plane. Therefore, the reticle size seems to change with the change in power, thereby giving you a clear reticle image with varying magnification. Throughout the entire zooming range, you will get accurate subtensions. EBR-7 reticle is available in two measurement variants – MOA and MRAD. Enhanced Battle Reticle EBR-7 comes with hash-marks and therefore helps in accurate ranging. The subtension line measurements can be done in either MOA or MRAD. Therefore, without the use of any external adjustment, you will be able to get ranging, holdover, and windage corrections.

Final Words – How’s the Scope?

Long range shooters will find Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24×50 FFP scope attractive because of the exceptionally good image quality, comparatively lighter weight (lightest in the long range riflescope category), Type III hard-anodized mag ring, and 100% US-made components. Best aspect of this top-tier long-range precision shooting riflescope is that Vortex has restricted the price to the same level as currently popular Vortex Razor HD Gen II riflescopes ($3399 MSRP and around $2,500 street price).