Today it’s time to analyze a combat scope . It is usually mounted on AR and AK rifles, both on practice platforms (airsoft) and on rifles for military use. We are talking about the VO Arbiter 1-4×24 IR SFP.
Due to the great popularity of this telescopic sight, we are going to be tough in the analysis. We want to see if this product is as good as its fans rave about and of course, if it is worth it for the price.
Without further ado, let’s see what this piece has to offer us. Let’s go!
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Features Vector Optics Arbiter 1-4×24 SFP IR
First things first, let’s look at the datasheet to get a general idea of the scope.
- Magnification : Low, for short distances. From 1X to 4X.
- Lens Diameter : Closed. 24 mm not compromising the scope weight.
- Focal plane: Second focal plane. The size of the reticle does NOT change with zoom.
- Turrets : Capped or protected, like the ones you usually use in hunting riflescopes .
- Turret adjustment : Decent. 90 MOA total internal adjustment. Click value 1/2 MOA.
- Eye relief : Excellent. 89-104 mm of eye relief, to withstand recoil from automatic rifles.
- Tube diameter : 30mm monotube. Suitable for .223, .308, 30-06, .300 and .338.
- Protection : Shockproof (1000g), waterproof and fully nitrogen purged.
- Parallax adjustment : Does not have.
- illumination: Lateral, 11 levels in red.
- Dimensions : Small and lightweight. Length 280 mm. Weight 500 gr.
- Reticle : DND etched glass reticle.
Purpose of the scope
As we have been anticipating, this is clearly a scope for CQC (close combat). They took away anything that could compromise speed in target acquisition.
We have 1X (no magnification) for very short distances and 4X for short distances. The zoom selector favors quick adjustment and the design is simple but effective.
Regarding the platforms on which the scope can be mounted , it is specially designed to withstand the recoil of AR and AK type rifles (ex: .223, .308, 30-06, .300 and .338, etc). Of course it can also be used for airsoft and other practice platforms.
Is it worth buying? Pros and cons
Now let’s get down to it. Let’s see the advantages and disadvantages that we found:
Advantages
✅ Effective.
✅ Good price.
✅ 5-year warranty.
Disadvantages
⛔ Exclusive.
⛔ Poor illumination.
Advantages in detail
The scope is focused on giving the best possible experience in close combat and mounted on automatic and semi-automatic platforms. For those looking for this type of sight, it is an ideal alternative.
Compared to other products that seek to satisfy the same market niche, we can say that this scope is quite cheap. With a price of around 150 US dollars, it is usually one of the cheapest.
It has a 5-year guarantee. It is always a peace of mind to have a guarantee and if it is more than one year better. Scope without warranty, be suspicious.
Disadvantages in detail
We believe that the downside of specialization is exclusivity, meaning this scope only serves a single purpose and that rigidity is a clear disadvantage for shooters interested in multiple disciplines.
The illumination of the scope could be better. In this sense, perhaps Vector Optics did not choose to equip it with a better illumination system so as not to compromise the price of the product.
Unboxing the Vector Optics Arbiter 1-4×24 IR
We leave you the video presentation of this scope , where you can also see what the box includes. Remember to activate the subtitles with automatic translation into your preferred language:
General opinions Vector Optics Arbiter 1-4×24
In general this is a very popular scope in Russia where the use of AK rifles requires an optic of these characteristics. Users highlight the scope ‘s value for money as its greatest virtue.
From a total of 38 reviews collected:
- 87% consider that the scope is a 5/5 .
- 13% consider that the scope is a 4/5 .
We investigated some negative feedback and the cause of their dissatisfaction was product shipping issues. We found nothing which could compromise the quality of the product.
Personal opinion Vector Optics Arbiter 1-4×24 IR SFP
It is a typical war product. Simple, effective and inexpensive. And even though I’m not a big fan of automatic rifles, I realize that the product meets the standards set by both civilian and military users.
It’s comfortable, simple, inexpensive, lightweight, and it serves its purpose. I think this justifies the good volume of sales that it has in the European, American and Asian markets (mainly Russia).
In short, I feel comfortable recommending this scope .
Good shots!
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