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How to Zero LPVO Scopes | Tactical Rifleman

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Low Power Variable Optics are the military’s answer to having magnified optics on the combat carbines. Everyone loves red dot optics for CQB, but you sometimes need magnification on the battlefield. The problem, back in the day, was that variable optics were not sturdy enough for infantry. So many units, like the Marines, adopted ACOG fixed low-power optics for their M-16A4s. These fixed power scopes were very rugged, but lacked some of the advantages that red dots have inside urban areas.
Enter the modern world of Low-Power Variable Optics (LPVO). They are fairly rugged. They dial down to 1x, similar to a red dot. The illuminated reticles allow shooters to run them similar to red dots. Many newer versions offer even greater magnification than the ACOGs, going as high as 8x or 10x. There are even a few 12x out there.
That said, they are still a compromise. When magnification is dialed up, they don’t have a lot of the benefits of our larger sniper scopes. When dialed down to 1x, they have issues that you don’t have with red dots or holographic weapon optics. Still, for many missions, they are a solid compromise, and excel depending on the situation.
So, you got a LPVO, and you want it to be “Awesome,” and it can; but only if you take the time to master it. That means properly mounting it to the rifle (eye relief must be perfect). You must master the reticle and any other features that make yours different. This leads us to another important part, and that’s getting a GOOD ZERO.
Watch the video. You might have to watch certain parts twice, depending on your scope. Bookmark it and share it. Thanks for watching, TR.

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  3. This video helped me more than you know. You kept it stupid simple smart and easy. Love how you suggested the ruler I would have never thought about that. Again to can’t thank you enough 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

  43. I noticed in the beginning of your video, which was excellent by the way that you turn the power all the way up did you turn the power all the way down and re-check zero or does that matter when I zeroed my LP video I put it on the power that I thought I would typically use which was about five and made the zero there is does that make a significant difference as far as where you have the power? Thanks for any response

  46. I'm running an MRO with a 3X on one build but plan on swapping that to my shorter barrel and getting an LPVO for my 16" rifle. I've been trying to decide between PA or Vortex, both seem great. Any input is always welcome.

    Thing is, the only place around is an indoor range (outdoor ranges are all private clubs) The max distance is 50 yards I believe. Does anybody have suggestions on some targets to buy that adjust for the shorter ranges so I can zero to 150, 200, or further? We had them in the military but I haven't looked much as a civilian. I'd like to assume reliability isn't a concern since 1" is 1"… but I'm a welder and fabricator, I've seen tapes and shit where 1" doesn't start at 1". So that's why I'm asking.

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