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What's the IOR 1.5-8x26 like at dawn/dusk?

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    Posted: September/06/2010 at 07:53
Hi Guys

Was hoping someone could let me know how the IOR 1.5-8x26 performs in lowish light conditions?


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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote ccoker Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September/09/2010 at 08:41
I have had 2 of the 1.1-4s and numerous other 24mm objective scopes (TR24, etc..)
I can't imagine this scope having great clarity/brightness in very low light

the two IORs I had, both with the CQB reticle were overwhelmingly bright and obscured the target
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IOR has a few scopes that have great illumination.  The new 2.5-10x, the hunting 2.5-10x, the new 6-24x, and the new 3.5-18x. 

All the other IOR scopes illumination sucks big time, including the one you are asking about  The optics are very good and they look good in low light, but the illumination is so bright even on the lowest setting that it lights up the entire picture with a red glow.  If you are after a great low light scope, look at Trijicons line.  The glass is not quite as good as IOR, but because of the very good illumination system, they are a better low light scope. 


Edited by supertool73 - September/09/2010 at 09:21
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yep, that's my concern, I LOVE Trijicons for their illumination...
I am expecting a call from IOR any minute about a loaner for T&E/review
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Guess this may help with the IR....

"Instead of 2024 battery, you can use 1024, which makes illumination a lot better for low light.

ILya"

As long as the glass is good I can live with the ret.

Thanks for the help

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