A NEW STAR ON THE HORIZON

DESIGN OVERVIEW AND SPECIFICATIONS

Make: Vector Optics

Model: Marksman

Magnification: 6-24

Reticle: VPA-MF (as tested)

Diopter compensation: +2 to 3

Illuminated reticle: No

Body: Single-piece anodised 6061 T6 aircraft-grade aluminium

Lens coatings: Fully multi-coated

Objective lens diameter: 50 mm

Focal plane: First Focal Plane

Eye relief: 100 mm

Length: 360 mm

Weight: 700 g

Tube size: 30 mm

Turret style: Open/tactical turrets (as tested)

Adjustment graduation: 1/10 mil/1 cm/0.1 mrad

Maximum windage adjustment: 17.5 mil/60 MOA

Maximum elevation: 17.5 mil/60 MOA

Lateral parallax correction: 10 m to infinity

Field of view: 5.21 to 17.21” at 100 yards

Sunshade: Yes

Warranty: Five-year warranty (as tested)

Flip up lens caps: No

Scope covers: Yes

Applications: General sports-shooting and hunting

Rifle enthusiasts like to discuss the pros and cons of different optical sighting systems suitable for hunting and sports-sporting applications. A key requirement for both sectors is value for money. Enter Vector Optics.

You could be forgiven if you have not heard of Vector Optics before. The has been silently chipping away at both the Asian and European optical sighting system markets for more than ten years, catering for all aspects with value-packed optics that deliver where it counts. Join us as we take a closer look at the newest contender in the South African market. East meets West on the range as we put the Vector Optics Marksman 6-24x50 through its paces.

A new beginning

Vector Optics was founded in 2007 in Shanghai, China. It identified the need for a cost-effective yet high-quality optic and accessory range catering for both the Asian and international markets.