


Review Summary
2025-03-24T20:00:00
So, far so good. I like what I am seeing so far. The support I am getting from vortex has been great. I don't feel they are going to let me fail. Neither, will this scope.
Jones
2025-01-04T19:00:00
Hello everyone so far I've been blessed by vortex with a Crossfire 2 4-12x42 IR On a CVA 35 whelen shoots under 1moa at 100 yards. A Vortex eagle 4-16x42 on my Remington 700 under 1Moa at 100 yards and last but not least 4-16x42 diamondback HP on my 7mm08 and it's shooting 1/2 Moa at 100 yards with two different factory ammo brands the tracking is ???????????????????? all three have very good quality glass full multi coated no fog and pick up light well at dusk and dawn all are feature rich zero stop reset on dails great reticles and point of impact stays the same at all magnification very very impressive! The diamondback Hp is the best quality of the three feature and glass it's a newer model but the eagle is close and the crossfire not much behind the eagle! All three a great for my needs as hunting scopes! Vortex is on point completely and with the incredible warranty that they have on all scopes they are a class act I'm very very satisfied and happy with the quality of their products and overall service! Great Products Period !!!
Louisiana H.
2024-11-05T19:00:00
Bought this scope to put on my CZ 457. Wow, did it take this rifle to a whole new level of shooting. 200 and 300 yards with this 22 lr is now my go to at the range. Nice scope, nice price!
Steve
2023-11-25T19:00:00
I've had this scope for several years and is on 308bolt hunting rifle. It's been fantastic. Great glass, has held zero. Little too much magnification for where I hunt but not scopes fault. Can use to count antler points :) Would buy again and love me Vortex optics
cb
2019-02-01T19:00:00
I put this scope on my 270WSM and I couldn't be happier. This scope is very bright, easy to sight in, and is incredibly clear.
Zogg
2018-11-19T19:00:00
I love everything about this scope. The Dead Hold BDC Reticle, the clarity, crispness, durability, warranty, simple adjustments. I would have to say, though, that my favorite thing about this scope is how it operates in low light situations. I have been a Burris man for as long as I’ve been hunting and an army buddy convinced me to give Virtex a shot...well I’m glad I did because I am now a Vortex man for life. Just ordered my Diamondback binoculars today.
Army G.
2018-10-22T20:00:00
Nailed my first elk at 500 yards a few weekends back with this scope and my new Browning x bolt chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. Shot of a lifetime or not. Decided to dial the moa's instead of using the BDC, worked like a charm.
JARED S.
2018-03-30T20:00:00
I purchased this scope for my savage axis 30-06 I had the scope mounted at cabelas and it was very easy to dial in this thing is very user friendly I am a beginning rifle guy but I have quickly learned quality optics make things much easier
Twulf
2018-03-30T20:00:00
I purchased a Vortex Diamondback HP 4-16x42 with the Dead-Hold BDC for my Weatherby Vanguard .308 a year ago and I have been impressed. Absolutely nothing to complain about. It has been out in all kinds of weather and it continues to perform flawlessly. Keep up the great work!
Back 1.
2018-03-29T20:00:00
I love this scope and its so clear and so darrable. Its by far my favorite.
Kyle J.
2018-03-29T20:00:00
I bought this scope to put on my new 6.5 Creedmoor. Great clarity and features, and a huge improvement over the old scope on my old rifle. I can see much better with this scope and my accuracy has already improved by leaps and bounds. I would not hesitate to buy another Vortex, as a matter of fact I plan on buying another Diamondback HP for my old rifle!
Stevie7s
2018-03-28T20:00:00
Crystal clear glass, simple and easy to use, easy to see reticle, and a warranty that cant be beat. What more can you ask for in a scope?
Mike R.
2018-03-28T20:00:00
This was my first vortex glass I've ever bought, and I've been impressed with it ever since day one. The glass is super clear. I had my diamondback zeroed within 10 shots and I shoot 400 yards with this all day like a breeze.
DonnieChapman
2018-03-28T20:00:00
Bought this back in October for my then new Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor and so far it's made a good combination for shooting steel at 650 yrds.
Esrevni
2018-03-28T20:00:00
I bought a while back and put it on my xbolt 300wsm. After being mounted it only took me 3 rounds to zero and I haven’t had to touch it since. I love how clear this scope is and how well it picks up light in lower light conditions. Would get any other scope.
Hot w.
2018-03-28T20:00:00
Bought the scope to go on a .22. Was looking for one with parallax adjustment so I can shoot close range matches and also do some longer range target shooting. The Diamondback HP was perfect and has very clear glass for the price.
NickNYC
2018-03-28T20:00:00
Bought this to upgrade the scope on my hunting rifle. This scope is so much better than my last one! The picture through this scope is clear and bright. It is lightweight and accurate. It has been perfect for me.
NateP
2018-03-28T20:00:00
I bought two of the Diamondback HP 4-16x42 scopes after catching them on sale. I kept one and mounted it to a Savage .22-250 and gave the other one to my dad who mounted it on a Remington 700 chambered in .223. We were able to zero in both scopes very quickly and were very impressed with the clarity of the glass, especially at high magnification. These scopes are a great value!
Brad55
2018-03-28T20:00:00
Mounted on a Ruger American 6.5 cm, very clear, good eye relief, comes with sunshade. Great value for the money.
Riko66
2018-03-28T20:00:00
I have this on my Mossberg MVP , Dialed right in good optics, would buy another for my New AR build
Doug
2018-03-28T20:00:00
I have this on one of my 10/22's and it is a great setup with my viper rings. I mainly use this for plinking and occasional varmint control, I enjoy the 30 yard parallax adjustment and clarity. I actually helped a guy sight in a 243 at the range at 100 yards acting as a spotter, he couldn't see with his scope but I could just fine! My uncle has 2 of these as well, we really like them!
Rick93
2018-03-27T20:00:00
I personally had never heard of Vortex until about year and a half ago, now when it comes to purchasing a new firearm Vortex is the only option for me. The quality is amazing, and for someone who wants a top notch scope but cant break the bank Vortex has the scope for you.
Aayresky
2018-03-25T20:00:00
I've had this scope for the last two years. I've used in combination with my 300 win mag for elk hunting. I can easily hit out to 400 yards and with a more practice I'm sure it is accurate much further out than that. I definitely recommend this scope! Also, the warranty is awesome! Definitely sets it apart from other brands.
hunterthomas
2018-03-25T20:00:00
I upgraded to a new rifle and needed a scope. I scoured the internet and this scope was exactly what I was looking for. The reticle is small and unobtrusive, the glass is clear, and the variable parallax is something I didn't know I wanted until I used it in the field!
kubedwheel
2018-03-21T20:00:00
I wanted something nice nice but not going to break the bank. Very happy with the clarity of the Diamondback HP. Holding groups and didn't add much weight.
mrh3mpy
2018-03-19T20:00:00
Placede this scope on my 17WSM rifle. totally impressed with its clarity and accuracy. Vortex products are all I purchase now, no Dissapointments! A+++
springermt
2018-03-19T20:00:00
This is a great scope. Use it on my valkyrie AR platform rifle and it performs great. I have used it multiple times on coyote hunts and its great. Very clear, precise and its a very easy capped turret system.
Amarston1
2018-03-13T20:00:00
This has been my favorite scope. I have been able to learn how to use the MOA and no longer need a range finder. It is a great compliment to my Savage .300 Win Mag.
shooter300wm
2018-03-12T20:00:00
Love this scope. Has excellent glass that is always clear and bright. Always withstands the abuse I put it through and has never strayed from my zero. Not only is the scope great but the company is outstanding and stands behind the product.
Jburt08
2018-03-12T20:00:00
Bought this rifle scope last year and have been shooting/hunting with it ever since. Great glass, for the price! Can often be found on sale if you look in the right places. BDC reticle is a must have!
Dylan
Great product, great results
By mattkWI
I purchased this scope for my 7mm rem mag. I knew it would be a great scope, and you can't beat the price. The pictures do all the talking. 100 yards, nothing but a backpack for a rest.
LOVE AT FIRST LIGHT
By Army G.
I love everything about this scope. The Dead Hold BDC Reticle, the clarity, crispness, durability, warranty, simple adjustments. I would have to say, though, that my favorite thing about this scope is how it operates in low light situations. I have been a Burris man for as long as I’ve been hunting and an army buddy convinced me to give Virtex a shot...well I’m glad I did because I am now a Vortex man for life. Just ordered my Diamondback binoculars today.
The Vortex Optics Diamondback HP 4-16x42 Riflescope with V-Plex Reticle is a versatile 1" main-tube scope featuring a built-in zoom eyepiece and the all-purpose and versatile V-Plex duplex crosshair reticle set on the Second Focal Plane (SFP).
The scope produces crisp and clear images with accurate color representation by using Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass and Vortex Optics's proprietary XR optical coatings. ED glass corrects for chromatic aberration to eliminate color and image distortion on the edges of the field of view, while the anti-reflective XR coatings ensure as much light as possible is transferred through the optical tube for a bright and clear view. Internally, the Diamondback has the Precision-glide prism system that ensures that the zoom function remains smooth and easy in all weather and temperature conditions.
Windage and elevation turrets allow for 1/4 MOA per click shot correction to get you on-target and they are re-settable to zero after your initial sighting. An easily accessible side focus wheel gives you parallax correction. The exterior optical surfaces have ArmorTek coatings that bead and repel water and oils, while offering protection against scratches and abrasions. Its aluminum housing has a scratch and corrosion-resistant anodized finish and is argon-filled for water and fogproof performance.
XD Lens Elements
Extra-low dispersion (XD) glass increases resolution and color fidelity, resulting in crisp, sharp images.
XR Fully Multi-Coated
Proprietary coatings increase light transmission with multiple anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces.
Second Focal Plane Reticle
Scale of reticle maintains the same ideally-sized appearance.
Tube Size
1" Diameter
Single-Piece Tube
Maximizes alignment for improved accuracy and optimum visual performance, as well as ensures strength and waterproofness.
Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
Constructed from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and rigidity.
Waterproof
O-ring seals prevent moisture, dust and debris from penetrating the riflescope for reliable performance in all environments.
Fogproof
Argon gas purging prevents internal fogging over a wide range of temperatures.
Shockproof
Rugged construction withstands recoil and impact.
Hard Anodized Finish
Highly durable low-glare matte finish helps camouflage the shooter's position.
Precision-Glide Erector System
Uses premium components in the zoom lens mechanism to ensure smooth magnification changes under the harshest conditions.
Capped Reset Turrets
Allow re-indexing of the turret to zero after sighting in the riflescope. Caps provide external protection for turret.
Side Focus
Adjustment located on riflescope's left side and is easily accessible from shooting position. Provides optimal image focus and parallax removal.
Precision-Glide Erector System
Uses premium components in the zoom lens mechanism to ensure smooth magnification changes under the harshest conditions.
Fast Focus Eyepiece
Allows quick and easy reticle focusing.