Thread: Prime vs diamond back.

Personally, I stay away from purchasing any Vortex Diamondbacks, as budget Vortexs’ are going downhill very very fast. Quality control is just not there and the last (and only) Diamondback didn't even last 6 months before the reticle windage turret just fell out. Also, the glass quality is not there once you go past 450-500 meters...it started to get burry for my eyes.

The only good thing about budget Vortexs' is the warranty, but that's also a bad thing because they seem to use their warranty in place of good quality control on the factory floor.

I personally would go for the Bushnell Engage 30mm which is one step up from the Bushnell Prime. The Engage has locking turrets with accurate repeatable adjustments (on the 30mm model, don't buy the 1”). The Engage is set up for long-range precision, yet it's lightweight enough to top a hunting rifle. I found the reticle a little thin for low light, but the scope's price, versatility, and overall performance make it a great value scope.