Great video. Great way to get back to the basics for the new subscribers coming on and good review for the long time subscribers. Way to keep your base interested. The best advice that you have given for hunting scopes is high magnification is rarely beneficial. eEven tho it is tempting to buy the 5-25 power for not much more money. Generally the lower magnification usually always has a bigger field of view which will make it easy to find your target quickly. (target acquisition) If you have a 5-25x 50 scope set on 20 power and you shoulder your gun at a 100 yard distance target you can only see 4-5' of view through the scope but on 5 power you can see up to 30' area though the scope out at a 100 yards. So for me a lower magnification scope like 2.5-10 or 3-9 power scope is always better for a hunting rifle as rarely you are shouting much past 300 yards anyway. A good quality glass scope can give you a good image out to and beyond 500 yards anyway. Additionally most calibers after 400 yards becomes more about bullet drop and wind drift anyway. On the other end of the spectrum if all you do is punch paper targets from a bench rest at long distance with no worries about the target running behind a plum thicket a high power magnification scope could be for you.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that Dennis

So far this is the best video on KZread explaining the basics of how a scope works.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

I'm just learning about scopes, and he explained it to the simplest level. I've seen other videos that required a PhD in Quantum Physics to understand what the instructor was talking about. So I'll stay with Mr. Cyclops.

This is superb. An example of the Internet's purpose. I will watch more of your videos after this one. I love your approach and teaching method. Anyone who cannot learn something from this video needs a new scope, a hooker, or more whiskey, but not necessarily at the same sitting. An excellent class to begin my day!

Great video as always Joe. One tip I can give. For those looking at budget scopes. If you're stuck between two scopes at the same price range, one has EVERY popular feature on the market and the other is basic. I can almost guarantee that the basic scope will have better glass, at least in my experience. You don't get the world for nothing, SOMETHING has got to suffer to let them pack the features in at that price.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Great point Man !!!!!!!! You nailed it

Fantastic video Joe. You cover all the basics in < 9 minutes. Since you asked for comments, I like small, lightweight scopes like my Leupold 3-9x33 EFR. One big advantage of a smaller objective is that you can mount the scope close to the bore with low rings. This keeps your bullet trajectory close to the crosshairs. Lightweight: I shoot off-hand, not from a bench, so minimizing weight is important to me. Lastly, love the 4K resolution of your videos!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Great tip man !!!

@wdtaut5650

Жыл бұрын

Right! I forgot that in my comment about fixed-power scopes. I find the adjusting ring on variables usually requires a higher mounting than fixed-power scopes

As a novice when it comes to rifle scopes, T am truly greatful for this video.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

18 күн бұрын

Thanks for that

Only 3.4 thousand likes on this video? That’s bullshit! I just sent it to at least ten gun guys. Thanks for your scope reviews. Don’t change your delivery style.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

4 ай бұрын

Man thanks for that !!!! Some guys ( pussssies ) just want puff and positivity. The world ain’t like that

Guys thank you SO MUCH for all the GREAT TIPS for others !!!!!!! Awesome info that I simply skimmed over or forgot

@jonash5320

8 ай бұрын

Why would ranging targets only work for one magnification? Zeiss gives the reticle characteristics for different magnifications. Does it mean these characterostics may only be accurate for the magnification the reapective scope is calibrated at? Is is unreliable for other magnifications? Why?

Great stuff Joe. Wish I had seen this years ago. Would have saved me a lot of money

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@Nothern_King

Жыл бұрын

Yeah man, those cheap hookers end up costing big money!

Hookers, Girth, Optics, Liquor. Yes Joe, you are the Best. Thank You for all the work you do. The best Liquor Establishment has their sign proudly displayed: “Liquor in the front Poker in the rear.”

Great content! Even seasoned Shooters need to refresh their knowledge once & awhile in order to cut back on the barstool "BS"

Good explanation. One thing to mention for beginners, if the distances on your side focus don't line up with actual distance, IT'S NOT BROKEN. If your target is 300 yards and your side focus shows 350 for example, there's no need to send it back for repair. Just slowly turn the knob to where your target comes into focus and don't worry what number is on the turret.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that man

Thank you for the informative video. I'm a first time scope buyer and tring to do decipher specs on products with a layman's knowledge is not a good time. This video and it's comments helped me greatly. The basics is what i was looking for to help decide what and how i will be using it for. FFP vs SFP explained and understood.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

5 ай бұрын

Very welcome!

When I was a beginner, I used to crank the hell out of the adjustment ring closest to my eye, not the magnification ring, I knew that was zoom. Later, I found it just changed the focus on my reticle or crosshairs, making them appear sharp and bold, they didn't do anything for the distance focus or image sharpness thru the scope. It took years to figure that out. Joe - Man you just covered so much in this video, you provided great information, thank you brother

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

THank you Joe for a great explanation

Thanks, great video!

Good coverage of the basics. Thanks!

That was good and to the point, thanks

Great show and thanks again for the info Joe 👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍

Hey Joe, I’ve recently subscribed to your channel, returning to shooting after a 30-year break. Lots has changed in the optics world (lots more choice mainly) and your explanations and honesty are the best. Thanks for your hard work on this and for sharing your experience. 👍

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Ай бұрын

I appreciate that

Such s great video, watched from beginning to the end!! Thx for u for putting this video out here, liked and sub 🔥

Great video…I appreciate the simplicity in the information 👍🏽

You have a ton of information out there! Thx

thank you sir really helped!

Great intro to the subject matter. Thank you.

Thanks Joe for a great video on scopes ,a lot of great information on this video as I’m just starting out with range shooting u have saved me a great deal of money thx cheers

Quick, to the point, true, and great words of experienced wisdom - especially for the beginner to start down the trail of his/her journey in the world of scoped shooting. Thanks, Joe!

I have learned a lot from your channel over the years. Thanks

Excellent video. Concise, loaded with valuable information and entertaining.

I forget how many decades ago I found this guy on KZread, but I have been a better shot and depending on what I am doing, shooting for practice, hunting, or competition shooting this man knows what he is talking about. He has videos on just about everything on the market. You don't need a 3000 dollar high power scope for hunting or target practice. Now depending on what you want to do with your firearm this guy I guarantee that he has done a video on it. If you watch the video and carefully listen to it and what he says, you are going to be on track for getting the best optic for the money and use that you need it for. The best part is if you have a good sense of humor you are going to have a great time figuring out what, how much, how big, and what type of optic you are going to need and get the right one without breaking the bank. God bless, shoot straight, and be all you can be and enjoy doing it. Have a good morning and a great weekend! 💯💥

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that John , you made my day

Great video, covers that basic for anyone with basic questions about rifle scopes.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

2 ай бұрын

Thank you

Excellent Video Joe..... Really good stuff on the basics and high quality.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Very helpful easy to understand and abit of fun also

As always awesome video. Thanks Joe

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks again!

Your honesty and ability to dummy stuff down for some of us knuckle draggers is nothing short of legendary. Thank you sir.

Good Review!

Great video! Very informative! I was really hoping for some recommendations to make my search easier but thank you very much for the information!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

7 ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

thanks for the info, great content. what variable scope would you recommend for a budget of $500 or less?

Great video once again😊👍. I recommend taking the scope and rings to a good gun shop and have the rings lapped to fit the tube of your scope exactly. This will eliminate any possible movements that can be caused by the rings not making full contact with the scope tube.

Words of wisdom from Joe. Like others he has learned through trial and error on scopes and now can save others a ton of money and reduce frustration with poor quality products.

For the everyday person and being frugal. ARKEN IS THE WAY. And I have Joe (cyclops) and his videos that got me started Year’s ago. Your the Best teacher on KZread Period.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

I love mine man !

Exactly what I needed to know. thank you.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

29 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

My 2 cents on SFP vs. FFP - The downside to FFP in a variable power scope especially with large range like 5 or 6 zoom range, the reticle becomes difficult to pick up at shorter ranges in poor light conditions. My choice is to use a SFP scope with a 3 zoom range. Of course I don't shoot at super long distances. I hunt only to put food on the table and meat in the freezer. I don't need a 5-7 thousand dollar scope to shoot 600-1200 yards (or meters) with cartridges that cost 3-4 $ each. I don't have any problem with you doing that if it's what you like.

Thanks Joe, your videos are always very informative and honest. I personally check out your optic reviews when I’m having doubts about a new purchase or a brand name I’m not familiar with. Appreciate you man 🙌🏽 keep it up

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that

@ismaelsandoval6484

Жыл бұрын

@@CyclopsJoeVideos have you ever look through a Brownell’s MPO? The description and price are promising but not sure about the glass quality. They’re made in Japan according to the item’s description

Love the content!

Great video

Thanks as always Joe. I like the SWFA fixed scopes.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Right on

@ForceMultiplier

Жыл бұрын

I use SWFA fixed power scopes to jack up my f350 when i need to change a tire. They're great.

Great information!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Very well designed and read video my friend, I have forgotten so much over the Decades about Dope and Optics and worst of all my favorite Mils. I only have one good Optic and should I try to get a backup if I happen to drop my Rifle or just change it up.? I was always Issued what I needed in the early 90’s and just got back into Shooting. Thank you Mr. Rhea for all your valuable Intel. Semper Fidelis

Hey, nice video, I recently moved away from a digital night vision scope to a conventional optic scope (got myself a good quality German scope) in regards to illumination would say most of my hunting is at dusk or dawn in Australia due to the climate (a lot of night hunting) so will need to spotlight at times and illumination is important down here👍

Great video and well explained. Over the past couple of years I have switched to using FFP scopes.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Joe, you ARE the reason WHY I bought 3 scopes from Arken Optics and why I have several other optics on my list for purchase! Also, if I'm gonna get some much needed advice on optics, it's gotta be the man with one eye! "Why?" Because when the body looses one of it's 7 senses, the other senses have to overcompensate for the loss. With that, I know the right eye has to REALLY work to make up for the loss of the left. I am in NO WAY making light of your condition, but because of that, coupled with your delivery and sense of humor, I follow your every word when it comes to optics!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Man that means more to me than you know !!!!

Excellent information. Thanks

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Very good information. I had never understood why my MOA dots actually measurements did not meet the calibrated MOA measurements.

Great Vid... VERY Informative...

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

Great video, I’m currently in the market for a Lpvo. These videos are very informative. Thanks!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

7 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

Love your videos ! I want to learn to shoot long range ( @ least 1,000 yards ) what power scope do you recommend ? 🤔 I have a Remington 700 varmint in .308 with a 26” barrel . Thanks in advance & keep the videos coming 👍🏾

Thank you for explaining this

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Thanks for the video and info. I have learned things about scopes from you and they have helped me. 🙂

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help

Hi Joe, great video. Loads of common sense here. No B.S. I have just upgraded two older weirauch rifles here in the U.K. with Hawke Airmax 3-9 and 4-12. Lovely scopes for the money on a decent rifle. As the old blues singer once said, (pleasant Joseph, ever heard of him, he toured here in the sixties). About his wife. "You don't put a fifty dollar hat on a fifty cent head!!.

Thanks for your information and video. Excellent for beginners and long time users.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

As always, I learned something (actually several things) from your video. A great video for beginners (I still consider myself a beginner) but great for more experieced individuals as well.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks!

Great info for dummies. I’m purchasing my first scope and you provided alot more info that the rabbit hole I may have gone down. Thanks.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Hey Joe...I'm a new subscriber and I'm really enjoying the videos. Started with the BMR vid bcuz I've got one coming. But "Liking'" my way thru 'em all, even stuff I wouldn't really be interested in, they are all at least high quality, entertaining, and funny. Keep up the excellent work and thanks alot.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Man thanks for that , I am trying REALLY HARD to put out good content

Love your videos, Joe. After digesting all the advice in many of your videos I finally decided on a small, fixed power Leupold for my AR. Per your advice, it’s a great balance between size, weight, eye relief, etc. and was the correct choice for the purpose I’ll use it for 99.9% of the time. Thanks for helping me to save $$$ by avoiding the rabbit 🐇 holes.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad I may have helped in a small way

Cyclops thanks for the information. I've been trying to buy the perfect scope for a bargain. And I've found out the only more money you spend the better the performance. For hunting Leopold vx 5's are awfully nice but awful spendy. For target shooting Athlons in Argos, Helos are pretty darn good and don't break the shooting account 😅. But your information on light and bell size was very helpful. Thank again!!

My first scope educational video...thank you excellent presentation!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

First time I’ve come across you and your channel. I’m an experienced shooter but I’ll always listen. Good video, well done.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that !

your video are great to the point help me understand scopes better thanks

@CyclopsJoeVideos

4 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

Thanks for the video

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

You bet

Have you seen the KZreadr Back Fire’s scope review and where do you coincide with his assessment if at all? I know it’s counterintuitive to hype up your competition. I’ve just come to respect your honest, humble and realistic assessment over time.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

I’ve seen a couple of his videos . Cool channel and seems like really nice guy

Great video Joe!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks for helping a newb like me get started.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

You are. More than welcome

Great video and excellent advice. Happy to have seen this video shared on a FB air rifle shooting page based in the UK. Keep up the great work. Lots of love from faraway Malta. My advice? Glass...glass...glass!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Giles is the best for sharing my video !!!

As always very usefull information understandably presented in a way that makes one remember it with a smile.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that !

Thanks for the mounting bracket information. I’m looking at getting my first scope, and have been thinking about mounting brackets.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

10 ай бұрын

Glad I could help

Amazing video to learn almost everything a newbie needs to know.. Thank you so much for making those educational yet entertaining videos, and hats off to your dad for the golden advice! 😁

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

What an excellent and helpful video. Short, sweet, precise and humorous. What’s not to like?

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

Great vid Joe, excellent advice. I'm in the UK and the number of air rifle shooters I see out with 6-24x56 scopes on top of their sub-12 ft lb rifles just cracks me up. Just insane. The furthest we shoot out to is 50 yards, you don't need to be able to read the label on the rabbit's underpants before you shoot it. On the advice of one of your vids from a while back I tried a 10x44 fixed scope on my Weihrauch and my accuracy went through the ceiling, just so much light, such a clear field of view, I wasn't farting about trying to get the parallax right and it makes my rifle lighter.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

I love fixed power scopes

this was a great help for me 👍👍👍👍👍👍

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that!

Another great vid bud

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

My new favorite channel. Keep it up

@CyclopsJoeVideos

29 күн бұрын

Thanks for that

Keep these videos coming Every one I watch teaches me another item I did not know. Thanks, Maryland Mike No one should move here IMHO. Gun grabber Blue state.

Great info! But, what settings should my scope be at before zero? And, should my zero target be at 100 yards or greater?

Joe that was an excellent crash course vid.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Good morning and great weekend to you Joe! 💯

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

🖐

Good Job everything you need to know. Darren

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thank you brother you saved me a shit load of $ again thanks for the awsome videos

Great video as usual. I use HAWKE and Leapers UTG 3940AO for my HW97K and 77K. No complaints.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

10 ай бұрын

Good choice!

Dude! This rifle optics 101 badass of a video is exactly what I was looking for, for my daughter🎉! Seriously, this just covered everything for her and she was laughing her ass off, to boot. Now she is ready to spend all my money on a damn fine piece of premium target optics! Thanks Joe!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear man

Cool video thanks.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

Thanks Joe. They only comment I have is most people don't need a high-power magnification scope. I've only used 18 power one time and I could have gotten by with 12X magnification. Your field of view is much wider/better with the lower magnification. Thanks again. P.S.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Carl

Very informative, helpful especially to us beginners

@CyclopsJoeVideos

2 ай бұрын

Glad you think so!

Good Intel, and comedy, Thx

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Good one Joe!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

again...informative...easy to understand....& lmao...funny...thank u 4 great videos....

@CyclopsJoeVideos

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I decided to give Arken a shot an bought an epl4 4x16. As soon as it arrived I ripped it open and looked at my neighbors brick house. I looked for around 5 seconds, immediately sat the scope down, walked over to my computer and put my brand new PST gen 2 online. It sold in less time than it took me to attach all the goodies to my scope and mount it. It is amazingly clear and just an absolute beautiful optic in general. My first Arken and will not be my last. P.S. Have also had the pleasure of emailing and texting and they reply very quickly and are a great bunch of guys in general. At least the 2 I’ve personally spoken with.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

It’s a great group of guys running Arken

Thank you very much for your videos i discovered a few weeks ago (and suscribed). It helped me to choose a scope for my project to customize my Schmidt Rubin K31. I'm not more able to shoot with the original diopter because of eyes matter, so i decided to buy a good scope for that amazing rifle. I'll get a Delta Javelin 5x30-56 with an Audere scope mount, through your advices 🤩. Sorry for my english, i'm french and i learned english 55 years ago

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Man you are gonna LOVE the Delta !!!

great explanation

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!