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Athlon Helos BTR GEN2 2-12x42 AHMR2 FFP IR MIL #214105 is In Stock

All the attributes of an ideal designated marksman rifle scope, with features equally suitable for the modern hunter or an operators DMR. This DMR scope is ideally suited for anyone looking for solution to short range and mid-range applications, whether you dial or holdover. First Focal Plane MOA and MIL based reticles are always valid at any magnification. Robustly built with fool-proof turrets now featuring true precision zero stop and locking turrets, the Helos BTR GEN2 2-12x is ready to deploy in any field.

First Focal Plane Reticle: First focal plane design allows you to fully utilize specially designed reticles that shrink or grow along with your target as you zoom in or out. These reticles offer quick target engagement at low power while offering precise holdover positions with finer details.
Locking Turrets: Locking feature on both elevation and windage turrets allows you to simply pull up the turrets to dial and push down the turrets to lock them in place. This feature gives you a peaceful mind whether you are moving from one station to next during your competition or putting them away for your next hunting trip.
Illuminated Reticle: The illuminated reticle provides greater visibility during dusk and dawn and other low ambient light environment.
Etched Glass Reticle: Reticle etched on the glass that provides excellent backing support for complex reticle design and offers great durability and much higher shock resistance to recoil
Advanced Fully Multicoated: Fully Multicoated optics effectively reduces reflected light and increases the transmission of light giving you a brighter image than normal single coated lenses
6061 T6 Aluminum: The 6061T6 aircraft grade aluminum tube that has exceptional strength and superior mechanical integrity will protect these world class optics no matter what punishment you throw at it.
Heat Treated One Piece Tube Construction: Heat treated one piece tube gives the scope extra strength over multi-piece tubes. A one piece tube also is better at keeping moisture out thus keeping your scope fog proof for the life of the product
Waterproof: Waterproof to protect the scope in the harshest weather conditions or if accidentally submerged underwater
Fog proof: Fog proof to allow you to immediately engage your target when you take your rifle to cold ambient temperature from warm inside
Shockproof: Robust mechanical system with special designs on both control and erector system that give you the ultimate recoil resistance to withstand 1000G recoil for 1000 times.
Argon Purged: Argon Purging uses the inertia gas with bigger size molecules to purge any moisture out of the tube giving you better waterproofing and thermal stability .

Magnification 2-12
Objective Lens Diameter 42 mm
Reticle AHMR2 FFP IR MIL, Glass Etched
Surface Finish Matte
Lens Coating Wide Band Fully Multi-Coated
Extra Coating Xtra Protective Coating
Tube Material Aircraft Grade Aluminium
Tube Diameter 30 mm
Eye Relief 3.6 inches
Field of View @100 yards 55.7-9.6 feet
Click Value 0.1 MIL
Adjustment range per rotation 10MIL
Total Elevation Adjustment 32MIL
Total Windage Adjustment 25MIL
Turret Style Exposed
Parallax Adjustment Side Focus – 10 yards to infinity
Purging Material Argon
Length 11.8 inches
Weight 25.4 ounces


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Ordered one the other day,for a pending 224 PPC Alaskan Improved build.

Obliged................

Thanks for the support. I look forward to your opinion

Actually rather pleasantly fhuqking surprised,as I opened the parcel not 10 minutes ago. Glass/eyebox are rather good and illumination is beyond daylight bright. Tough to beat an etched mil reticle and I've zero qualm with a floating dot and a lineal windage scale which follows suit,to the whole Enchilada. Hint.





2-12x obviously covers alotta bases and the size is friendly. Hint.



The reticle is well thunked and Base Ten has no equal. Iggle nest is but 227yds away,in the backyard. Hint.





Will toss it aboard a heavy Vudoo or a 'Schutz and whirl on the erector more than a smidge and check subtensions,along with tracking. Pardon the sweltering heat waves(50-degrees currently) and the rain. Hint.



LAUGHING!................

So Stick, think this reticle would be useable at low power for woods hunting? Mac

These Athlon Helos BTR GEN2 2-12x42 Riflescopes are only $439.99 through Monday during our July 4th Sale

Hey, Stink, how long do you soak them in the drain field before mounting them?

Given the zoom ratio range,forgiving eyebox and ease of acquisition,along with the FFP etched reticle and killer illumination,it would certainly default to being exceptional by literal design. Schit don't get faster or fhuqking easier than a Red Dot,which it happily transitions into with zoom selection. Hint.




If'n I don't get sidetracked,I might build another High RPM 224 Grendel Krunchenticker for 90gr Beer Cans tonight and this glass would host same nicely. The 10yd parallax is an exceedingly good call,as are locking turrets and it's a well thunked out Utility Glass. That assuming it tracks,repeats and holds zero,which has yet to be determined. Hint.

Assuming the innards,rate with the outtards,it'll default to a Lightning QUICK Killer,capably covering from Spittin' Distance,to the Transonic Slip,ala 32 Mil's of erector travel.10 Mil's of windage subtension,is certainly nice for Movers. Hint.

I reckon I just sold more than a few scopes. Hint...................(grin)

Yep! Thanks. Your first pic did it!!

Got one on the way!

Enthusiastic to put this on my Tikka Roughtech 6.5CM....Mike

I think that will be a rather good melding. 19 eye and 30 objective. Hint.



Only rattled a couple hunnert rounds through it,but made certain to adjust the erector between every shot and often rolled zoom to boot. It tracks and repeats. Put over 350 Mil's in it between shots at 50yds and was able to hit staples,so things return rather close,despite the enthusiastic winds. Hint.

Turrets lock,in their downward position to preclude unwanted input. On top of that,there's a mechanical zero-stop to boot,though I didn't employ it here for R&D. Hint.




May slide it aboard a Garrow Hummer Krunchenticker this evening. The fhuqking thing exceeded all expectations,which is a nice "problem" to have. Hint................

Copy on your report! Roger on the 19/30. Mike

Using Strelok+. Asked Igor there to add this reticle. His update will show up "when enough changes accumulate" whenever that is. Meantme, anyone know which other Athon has similar subtensions to allow using it as my default in Strelok+ ? Will inquire of Athlon also. Mike

It's simply a Mil Scale,which correlates to most things worth a fhuqk,as reticles go. Subtensions are money. Whole and half Mil Scale easily discerned and can be broken down to a 1/10 Mil,with no problem. I keep all DOPE Base Ten,in both windage and elevation,which obviously translates to a myriad of mil scale reticles. There's nothing "proprietary" to add,as it's a base language,which doesn't need "translation". Hint.








Pick a bullet/speed in a given atmosphere and POA/POI correlations are easily arranged as per whim. Takes seconds. Hint.

Most Mil scale turrets are 1/10 Mil "clicks" and they of course extrapolate to the Mil Scale,as do etched reticles scaled same. DOPE doesn't change from scope to scope to scope,due those constants. The amount of subtension opportunity can change(as now pictured above),but not the scale. The half Mil and whole Mil breakdown constant of different Make/Model reticles,is likely a "touch" handy to extrapolate across a very wide course of opportunity. Hint..................(grin)

Thanks Stick, I did a big "DUH it's MIL's" as soon as I wrote that figured I'd let it go...

Nawwwww...I'm certain that clarifies multiple things,for more than a few. Seems pretty fhuqking obvious to conjoin a lineal etched scale,that speaks the same language as the turrets and go FFP,so zoom ratio can't skew same. Add illumination and all dots are connected by literal default. Hint.

Too bad that Fhuqking Reupold can't have a "DUH!" Moment and connect a dot,either mechanically for zero retention/tracking/repeats,or do a reticle worth a fhuqk,that is aligned with turrets and FFP illuminated. Though you can "score" CDS and a Goat Fhuqk SFP reticle,that can't correlate it's erector. Pretty fhuqking FUNNY! Hint..................

Scope looks good ... will be interested to see how it holds up. Never would've previously thought of Athlon as the place to go for a scope in this price range.

I bought it laughing,figuring it would be a piece of fhuqking schit,like a Optika6 or Burrass...but was/am VERY fhuqking surprised at mechanical integrity. Hint.

The Burrass easily being Reupold schitty. ZERO fhuqking tracking or repeats on THE Vudoo or Franklin Whizzum. Vudoo 50yd Tracking Test paper shown. Hint.







The Optika6 also a piece of fhuqking schit. No tracking or repeats,with either the original or it's replacement. Not fit to ride a Supersoaker. Hint.







I've yet to see a scope that won't track or repeat,"MAGICALLY" be good at zero retention either. Hint.......................(grin)

Yep, a $700+ 3-15 CDS taught me to avoid such schit after only 5 shots...sold it that day and learned my lesson.

Based on my one experience, I just ordered two more. . Will be interesting to compare notes!

Good shootin'. -Al

Much to my GREAT "surprise",they are now out of stock. I "wonder" why? Hint.(grin)

Ordered (2) more myself,which were forecast to arrive in a "couple" weeks. Hint.....................

One of mine ordered isn't your cup of tea but it's the tracking/holding zero that's paramount for that one. -Al

We've got a huge order in with Athlon for more. As soon as they get them into Kansas they will run them through QC and then ship to us and we will get them right out to you. We do have some of the Athlon Helos BTR GEN2 2-12x42 AHMR2 FFP IR MOA #214104 for those of you who prefer MOA (however, we are running low on those too)

Just ordered one.

One needs to be a TRUE Crying Karen Melting Snowflake,to not put mechanics at the top of any/all Boolit Steering Device List(s). Hint.

I've yet to see a scope that won't track or repeat,"MAGICALLY" be good at zero retention either. Hint.......................(grin)

Amen. The glass is the ginger bread but it's the mechanicals that put the pancakes on the table.
Like we say in The Forbidden Zone.......it doesn't never not work. -Al

Hope I dont develop a uncontrollable urge to start having fluffy for dinner...

dave

You'd better quit making sense,you are going to fhuqk ALOTTA Crying Karens up! Hint.(grin)

LAUGHING!................

I'm whiplashed back to when I tested Swarovski's new 36X BR scope before it was released to the Unwashed Masses......

In all candor and if only in fairness,Swaro has yet to make a scope worth a fhuqk. Given their intents and direction,they likely never will either. Hint.(grin)

Bless their hearts for trying though.

Laughing!.......................

#TurkeyNeck
#DickTongs

LMAO

As to whether Athlon's mechanicals will prove up to the task over the long haul.....who knows? As you know, I'm not adverse to testing stuff and letting the results speak for themselves!

I learned long ago to never say never about gear, especially optics. The first time I looked at a NightForce, I couldn't imagine a scenario where I'd own one. I was happy to be proven wrong. The 12-42 BR scope was one of the best investments I ever made in my competitive shooting gear.

Good shootin'. -Al

NightFarce has come a long ways,but it has taken them a very long while to do so. They finally have some reticles,that are viable. Parallax and erector travel,remain hurdles for them. Hint.....................

Got it mounted up. Can't shoot til Monday. I like!

Dangle some pics. Hint..............

I only have email with this setup unfortunately. State of play with Fire...

I managed to get a pic posted in Image Gallery but can't get it any further. Athlon on Tikka.

Looks good
Click on the picture in image gallery and open it in a new tab then copy the URL

Thanks CR.https://postimg.cc/fScXFthm

I wish swfa would take notes and turn their 1-6 hd into a 2-12.
I'd be down for about 5.

If these work they'd be great but I sure wouldn't want to drop one . . .

Bushnells too busy building 36x telescopes to be king of the hill.
Fingers cross they bring back the 3-12 illuminated.

I don't like where it's made (hate to beat that drum, but there it is....), but it checks a LOT of boxes that "American" (however you wish to define that) scope outfits are not.

It also does it at a price point that is pretty amazing. The SWFA 3-15 FFP is around $700, and the Athlon is illuminated, with a more "feature filled" reticle.

If it'll stand up to Stick throwing it on rocks and leaving it in the creek, I'll be putting one on my next rig. For that matter, I need to look at the larger models in the Helos line, I'm looking to upgrade the XTRII on my .22BR........

I don't like where it's made either but if it's good enough for Stick I'll get over it.

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I already have an Ares BTR gen 2 on my 22 creedmoor. Does great

IMGUR is user friendly

I've got one of those waiting on a 6mm arc build. That's a good looking setup there.

Another very nice Athlon scope is the Midas Tac.

For those that eschew Chinese made scopes, Sightron (a Japanese Company) makes a very nice Illuminated FFP w/Zero Stop in a 3-16x42mm flavor in both MIL or MOA (for the MIL challanged) with matching Reticles / Adjustments. At under 25 oz, and under $700. green backs it might be worth a look.

Sightron HQ is local to me so I get to see and fondle quite a few of them first hand at the range. No, I don't own this one, but just passing along an idea for consideration.

https://sightron.com/collections/ffp-riflescopes/products/s-tac-ffp-3-16x42-zero-stop

Yep. I've been a Sightron customer since they came on the scene, using them on my BR rigs and hunting and 'dog shooting guns. Allan Orr at Sightron has always been a great resource and their products are excellent. There might be a few of them on rifles here at my place. As for the S-TAC scopes,the 4-20 with the MOA reticle is one of my favorites and the 3-16 in either SFP or FFP can check a lot of boxes. Sightrons tracking has always been their strong point for me as it's an upgraded concept of the original El Paso Weaver's Micro Trac system.

Here's a few....

Good stuff! -Al

That one has intrigued me a bit. Made in the Philippines, but can be had for under $400. May have to get my hands on one.

Chris,

Be careful there's an older model Sightron S-Tac 3-16x42mm, Non FFP and Non Zero stop , Capped turrets that sells in the sub $400. range. These new one's are well north of $500. most places.

New one:

https://www.opticsplanet.com/sightron-s-tac-3-16x42mm-riflescope.html

Old One:

https://www.opticsplanet.com/sightron-s-tac-30mm-3-16x42-riflescope.html

Thanks, but I am referring to the FFP version. Bought from both of these places. Drop shippers take time, but I'm a poor that stretches my budget as much as possible.

https://lockedloaded.com/product/sightron-s-tac-30mm-3-16x42-zs-ffp-h#product_detail

https://lanbosarmory.com/index.php?...id=59446&referrer=cnwr_4191340829622

Optics Planet is awful. They have retail pricing with awful customer service. If I think I may need customer service, Doug is the go to. If I absolutely know what I want and $ is important, then the drop shippers get a look.

I wasn't suggesting buying from Optics planet, it was just the first site I found that had both models on board. It was an example, no more no less.....

And further, adding a product to your cart to get a lower price does not come up on search when you look for prices. The regular price for both at those sites you listed is $579.00 . And notice I said "most places", but some other folks may not be as savvy to notice that there was an older model and newer FFP ZStop model. And that's what I was trying to illustrate.

If you all already knew, good for you, mate....

Why would you buy anything made in China given an alternative? They’re fugking laughing at you buying their crap

I just received mine. Looks very robust. Clicks on the turrets are tactile and audible. Looks like a well built product but we will see. It will go in my Sako 85 (another challenge with the ejection issues), but this 7mm rem mag is infact very accurate.

Kind of surprised there was no battery included but no biggie.

This thread cost me some money - mine arrived yesterday and will be going on a CA Mesa 308...

I noted the lack of battery also and thought WTF? Reached in my desk drawer, pulled one out and was off to the races - no biggie!

Got any more at that price?

It is always our pleasure to discuss products and prices with all the members here. Please give a call, 516-217-1000.

Just placed an order for one of these.

They are out of stock, but are expecting a shipment soon.

Thank you Doug and Steve at Camra Land for the great pricing.

And, thank you Stick for the awesome photos of the reticle. I have never had one of these in my hand. Your photography skills made the difference.

GB

+1

Yep...a pic is indeed worth a thousand words.

Good shootin'. -Al

Any word on the scheduled arrival,of the next batch?

Obliged.....................

Larry did you do any further testing as far as tracking go???

Like above, when is arrival of new shipment....seems to be the concern.

I spoke with my Athlon rep and he expects a shipment "shortly". As soon as we get tracking info on the incoming shipment we'll update

When did you last SWOON over a Leupold?

I do gotta laugh, Ol bacon throat and his lieca saga, comes on here bitching about Doug and camerland, crying and bitching talkin [bleep] about the BEST optics outfit in the us, now your sucking ass like the bitch you are. LarryO, you are such a fuucking cull…. Wow+p 😂😂

And you fotis??? Really? Just wow…

I asked for info. That's all. It's not like we're going to be swapping spit in the shower... 😂

TRUMP WON TOO

the lies are being brought to light


#TurkeyNeck

I will say that if these hold up they are proof positive that the chicoms are spying on us.
How else could they know the exact scope I want on my next build......?

Dear judman and Bob, y’all are definitely gay for big stick. Y’all seem to follow him around on here everywhere. If you both would quit flapping your gums for just a second and open your ears y’all might learn a little something! Lucky for you imagination and pretend are free! Laughing......

How much rent do you charge for space in your head?? LOL

Dicklicker 3notsogreat, I feel sorry for you, that you have to come here to “learn” things… 😂😂

Gee, I wonder who this could be.

Maybe Cuz

Only $19.95 a month... that’s probably cheaper than your monthly viagra bill!

I’ve actually learned quite a bit on this sight from folks like big stick, dingo duk, and form. You on the other hand? Everything I’ve read from you has been useless

I guarantee none of y’all know who I am. I just joined cause it seems like a cool place around here and there’s a *few* knowledgeable people that I can glean some information from. I also joined just to poke fun at the old farts that are stuck in their fuddy ways LOL

You’re welcome. 👍

Did you choose your salvage stock yet?? Haha

Yeah I did actually. Think I’m just gonna ditch the DBM and go with a McMillan A-3 sporter.

Got my hands on one of these today and first impressions are great. I've never liked a scope at this price point this much. Really considering getting a 4-20 to go with it. Putting this 2-12 on a Suppressed 12" 6.5 Grendel SBR that should be a whitetail killing machine.

Still waiting

How’s things dicklicker? What have you gleened from the (3) hardchargers you named?

Is your salvage shootin good? 😘

Any availability updates?..................

Just spoke with Athlon and they say August 31st

Great news! Thanks for the update.

GB

Doug is the 31st the ship date or when you expect them to arrive?

The 31st is the day Athlon believes they are arriving into them. They still have their quality control check and then shipping to us

Ok great thanks. Won't be ordering tomorrow. Probably a week or two out? My son is wanting to order one. THanks

Our Birthday/Labor Day Weekend Sale starts at Midnight 01 today and runs through Monday so if you know you want one that's the time to buy

No, turkey neck