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2025-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

In my opinion, the diamondback

In my opinion, the diamondback line is by far the best bang for your buck scope line. I have several different configurations on various caliber rifles and for the price point they have excellent clarity!

Jacob R.

2025-10-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Scope

Best scope ever!!!!

Matthew G.

2025-07-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Hunting Scope

You can't beat this scope for the price. I've used it the last 2 hunting seasons and it has delivered each time. It's a good power for short to moderate range shots and has performed really well in the elements. I'm a PA White Tail hunter so it has seen all the elements the area has to offer. The scope covers it comes with are great as it keeps the rain and snow off my lenses until I need to use them.

Anthony D.

2025-06-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Vortex diamondback scope

Excellent scope

Derek K.

2025-03-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope even better customer service

Super solid rifle scope! I've had it on my AR and now it sits on a 300 black out always performs flawlessly. Even lost a turret cap and vortex sent me a new one super fast for free!

Blake M.

2025-01-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope, should get more attention.

This 3. 5-10x50 Diamondback started out on a . 270, and now is on a . 35 Whelen. For the money, this one is hard to beat. The glass is very clear and it's low light retention has never left me wanting more. An illuminated fire dot in the reticle is the only change I would make to it. If you are looking for budget friendly, then start with this scope for hunting, skip the Crossfire line, spend a little extra and you will not be regretting that decision.

Dale

2024-11-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I-C-U

Very versatile and crystal clear optics

Richard B.

2024-10-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great optic.

Great optic.

Mitchell B.

2024-08-07T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sweet

I appreciate the reputation of vortex and quality. I will be putting this scope on my kids new rifle

Kurt H.

2024-08-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great and affordable!

Not high end like some of their models, but holds zero and rugged enough for my uses! It's a lot cheaper than their higher end models as well. Mounted it my ranch rifle with no issues.

Matt H.

2024-05-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good Hunting

I us this scope to hunt with in 300 yards or less. Lots of light and the glass is clear.

Nicholas R.

2024-03-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Crossbow scope

This is a spectacular optic to use on any crossbow

Robert W.

2024-03-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Vortex Optics - Diamondback 3.5-10x50 Riflescope w/ Dead-Hold BDC Ret.

Great scope. Super clear!

Daniel P.

2024-02-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Don't hesitate

I was hesitant to spend the money on a real scope, but I'm glad I did. I grew up with iron sights and a maximum of x4 scopes. But let me tell you, glass has improved so much in the years. This scope was crystal clear, all of the adjustments are tight and solid. Everything seals very nice to keep dust and debris out. Overall, I'm glad I went through with the purchase

Brandon H.

2024-02-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Really gathers light for those

Really gathers light for those last light shots while hunting

michael L.

2024-01-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for a great price

This is a good quality scope that works well for anyone who is shooting under 500 yds. Clear glass

Brian B.

2024-01-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for the price

Really can't beat the price and quality that comes with this scope. Bought for a starter hunting rifle build and it is terrific.

Noah L.

2024-01-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

So far so good.

Like any Vortex optic this scope delivers good quality and craftsmanship. Looks great feels great and I was able to shoot sub MOA groups with two different rifles.

Colby S.

2024-01-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I like vortex products on

I like vortex products on my hunting equipment.

Todd B.

2024-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Mounted it up and went

Mounted it up and went to the range to zero the rifle. Clarity of the optic is great. First shot at 100yds was 2.5 low and 2.5 right. Made 6 clicks left and 6 up?. Next shot drilled the bull. Fired 2 more and the holes were touching. Definitely recommend!!

Morgan G.

2023-12-25T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

It's a nice scope and

It's a nice scope and well priced. However I do thing the crosshairs are to thick. Compared to other Vortex Diamondack scopes the crosshairs are even thicker other scopes of same brand.

Joshua P.

2023-12-16T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great sight for a great price

I wanted a scope that would be good at moderate range, this is it, it has stood up to many days on the range, putting 7mm rem mag down the barrel.

Kyle D.

2023-12-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Cant beat Vortex

Awesome scope for the money and great customer service

Jeffrey J.

2023-12-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Scope

I am impressed with the clarity of this scope. Great light gathering in low light, and I really like the Dead Hold reticle. You can't go wrong with buying one!

Brad L.

2023-11-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope, awesome clarity. Smooth

Great scope, awesome clarity. Smooth zoom

Meredith V.

2023-11-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Vortex diamond back 3.5-10x50

Thank you vortex!!! Great company

Jason M.

2023-11-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Accurate adjustments, easy focus eye

Accurate adjustments, easy focus eye ring, clear sight picture, good eye relief for the setup. The primary reason I went with the vortex diamondback and not leupold. I needed/wanted a scope with a 1" tube and 50mm obj lens, the only leupold options are vx freedom and vx3. The problem I have with those two options is that the eye relief drastically changes based on the magnification level. On the vx freedom 3-9x50, it varies half an inch between low and high mag, for the vx3hd 4.5x14x50 it varies .8 of an inch! I really hate that about the cheaper leupolds. The vortex Diamondback 3.5-10x50 has an eye relief of 3.3" across the board, which is not great, but it's constant and I can work with that much easier that having to readjust my cheek weld every time I adjust mag. I much prefer the consistency.

Jacob F.

2023-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing Clarity

Mounted on a 1st Gen M77 30-06, holding zero and hashes are almost dead on for yardages. Great budget scope and can't wait to take through the woods deer hunting this year. Also at twilight the reticle is still very easy to pick up on. Thanks Vortex!

David L.

2023-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good scope

It's good

Mark H.

2023-09-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Just bought a new rifle

Just bought a new rifle for big game hunting and paired it up with this scope? very clear optic I would highly recommend to anybody.

Sabastian S.

Vortex Optics 3.5-10x50 Rifle Scope Specifications

  • Magnification

    3.5x - 10x

  • Objective / Field of View

    50mm / 35.8' (10.9m) @ 3.5x at 100 yds.(100m), 13.5' (4.1m) @ 10x at 100 yds.(100m)

  • Main (Center) Tube Diameter

    1.0"

  • Objective Tube Diameter

    2.2"

  • Eyepiece Tube Diameter

    1.6"

  • Lens Coatings

    Fully Multi Coated Optics

  • Reticle

    V-Plex

  • Reticle Image Plane (Magnifying)

    Second

  • Exterior Finish

    Matte Black

  • Windage & Elevation Adjustments (MOA)

    1/4-M.O.A. Per Click

  • Maximum Adjustment

    88 MOA W & 78 MOA E

  • Exit Pupil

    Not Specified by Manufacturer

  • Eye Relief

    3.6" / 91.4mm @ 3.3x, 3.3" / 83.8mm @ 10x

  • Parallax Correction Control

    100 Yards

  • Diopter Adjustment

    No Diopter Adjustment

  • Material

    Aluminum Alloy

  • Nitrogen Filled

    Argon Gas

  • Waterproof / Fogproof

    Yes

  • Length

    12.5", (317.5mm)

  • Mounting Length

    5.4"

  • Weight

    16.2 oz., 459.3g

  • Special Features

    Reticle Image in the Second Focal Plane.
    Zero Reset Accuracy Windage and Elevation Adjustments
    Argon Gas Purging.

  • UPC Code

    875874000872

8 Accessories for Vortex Optics 3.5-10x50 Diamondback Series Riflescope, Matte Black Finish with V-Plex Reticle.

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About Vortex Optics 3.5-10x50 Rifle Scope

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By Lou S.

I bought this scope to put on my Savage 308 Hoghunter build. I don't know how this company builds such a fantastic product for this price. Clear, crisp views from the reticle, the adjustments are solid. Get the BDC reticle, it is worth it. I love being able to use the LRBC too. Was ringing steel targets at 800 yards easily with this scope. In nerd speak this scope adds at +19 to accuracy, +27 to value and +9 to charasima.

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By Cfreeborn

I bought my Diamondback a little over a month ago after doing research on a new scope for my Remington 783 .308. All I have to say is this product is the best purchase I have made. So far I have shot a few coyotes and numerous hogs with this combo and it does not disappoint. Once it is zeroed in the scope stays there and is much easier to use compared to other companies. I cannot wait until deer season comes up and get my deer and know it was the scope that allowed me to have a great shot bec...

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• The Diamondback loaded with features! First, the solid one piece aircraft grade aluminum alloy construction makes the Diamondback riflescope virtually indestructible and highly resistant to magnum recoil. Argon purging puts waterproof and fogproof performance on the agenda, and advanced fully multi-coated optics raise an eyebrow when crystal clear, tack-sharp images appear in the crosshairs. Look for all this and more in a riflescope you'd expect to cost quite a bit more but doesn't. We can live with that.
• Experience great hunting in dense cover!! Vortex knows good hunting gets all the better with high quality optics. For that reason, Vortex makes sure every glass surface of the Diamondback is fully multi-coated to transmit a full 91 percent of the light delivering the bright details you need when taking aim.
• With a Diamondback riflescope on your firearm, you'll head out with complete confidence in the harshest of habitats. The Diamondback takes great strides against the abuse of repeated recoil with a rugged one piece main tube constructed of 6061 T6 aircraft-grade aluminum and sets high standards for waterproofing and fogproofing with argon gas purging.
• Precision-Glide Erector System features premium grade fluoropolymer teflon resin bushings that provide exceptional resistance to stress cracking, temperature change, corrosion, and friction-induced wear. In addition, these bushings have an ultra-low coefficient of friction for the smoothest possible operation of the magnification adjustment.

Vortex Optics 3.5-10x50 Rifle Scope Features

  • 3.5 - 10 x 50 riflescope is ideal for Big Game, Muzzleloader, Predator/Varmint, Slug, and Long Range hunting.
  • V-Plex reticle is the single best all-purpose hunting reticle intended for a wide variety of hunting applications.
  • Argon gas does not absorb or react chemically with water.
    Argon gas eliminates internal fogging.
    Argon gas maintains its protective properties over a wider temperature range.
    Argon gas does not diffuse as quickly as other elements, extending the service life of the optics longer.
  • Zero reset accuracy.
    When you hunt with the Diamondback riflescope, you can count on fast, precise windage and elevation adjustments with audible, tactile clicks at the tips of your fingers. Machined for durability.
  • Export of this product outside of the United States of America is not allowed and is controlled by the US Department of State

Key Features

  • V-Plex reticle is the single best all-purpose hunting reticle
  • Argon gas does not absorb or react chemically
  • Zero reset accuracy. - When you hunt
  • Ideal for Big Game

What's in the box:

  • Lens Cover & Vortex VIP Lifetime Warranty