{"id":198516,"date":"2024-06-23T13:48:11","date_gmt":"2024-06-23T18:48:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=198516"},"modified":"2024-08-03T21:37:47","modified_gmt":"2024-08-04T02:37:47","slug":"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1160-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The Vortex Venom 3-15 scope mounted on a camo rifle\" class=\"wp-image-198527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1160-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1160-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1160-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1160-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1160.jpg 1396w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time:  <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">9<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vortex has recently unveiled its exciting lineup for January 2024, and one of its new scopes is the impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/vortexoptics.com\/riflescope-venom-3-15x44-ffp+reticle-EBR-7C~MRAD\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\">Venom 3-15&#215;44 FFP<\/a>. Boasting great glass quality, wide magnification capabilities, and featuring the versatile EBR-7C reticle for rapid and precise holdovers at various distances, the Venom 3-15 emerges as a standout choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite lacking an illuminated reticle, it presents a compelling, budget-friendly alternative to the Strike Eagle 3-18. With its impressive glass clarity, reliable turrets, and refined reticle, this scope stands out as one of the top choices for those looking to set up a 1,000-yard capable rifle without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-vortex-venom-3-15-specifications\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Vortex Venom 3-15 Specifications:<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-out-of-the-box\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Out of the Box<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-mount-the-venom-3-15\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Mount the Venom 3-15<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-reticle\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Reticle<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-revstop-zero-system\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">RevStop\u2122 Zero System<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-turrets\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Turrets<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-tracking-with-the-venom-3-15\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Tracking With the Venom 3-15<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-parallax\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Parallax<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-magnification-clarity\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Magnification\/Clarity<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-field-testing\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Field testing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-vortex-venom-3-15-summary\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\" data-level=\"2\">Vortex Venom 3-15 Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vortex-venom-3-15-specifications\">Vortex Venom 3-15 Specifications:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Magnification: 3-15x<br \/>Objective Lens Diameter: 44 mm<br \/>Reticle: EBR-7C (MRAD) or EBR-7C (MOA)<br \/>Turret Style: Exposed Elevation Capped Windage<br \/>Tube Size: 34 mm<br \/>Adjustment Graduation: .1 MRAD or 1\/4 MOA<br \/>Parallax Setting: 10 yds-\u221e<br \/>Max Windage Adjustment: 21 MRAD or 75 MOA<br \/>Max Elevation Adjustment: 36 MRAD or 124 MOA<br \/>Travel Per Rotation: 10 MRAD or 25 MOA<br \/>Field of View: 42.4&#8242;-8.4&#8242;<br \/>Eye Relief: 3.7&#8243;<br \/>Length: 13.3&#8243;<br \/>Weight: 28.8 oz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-out-of-the-box\">Out of the Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vortex supplies all essential accessories for this scope, except the rings. The package has a sunshade, throw lever, zero stop ring, 2mm hex wrench, a rubber lens cover, a lens cloth, and the scope. Additionally, an owner&#8217;s manual and a reticle pamphlet are included for comprehensive guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1517\" height=\"1011\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1180-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Unboxing the Venom 3-15 scope\" class=\"wp-image-198528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1180-edited.jpg 1517w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1180-edited-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1180-edited-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1180-edited-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1180-edited-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1517px) 100vw, 1517px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All included contents that come with the Venom<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mount-the-venom-3-15\">Mount the Venom 3-15<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dependable mount is essential to maximize the performance of any scope. So I matched the Venom 3-15 with <a href=\"https:\/\/vortexoptics.com\/pro-riflescope-ring-34mm+vx_ring_height-Low\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\">Vortex&#8217;s 34mm Low Pro Rings<\/a>. Beyond their overall reliability, what stands out for me is the laser-engraved torque specifications. With each brand or style of mount having distinct torque specs, having these precise values engraved directly on the rings is a feature I truly appreciate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1163-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Torque specs for Vortex scope\" class=\"wp-image-198518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1163-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1163-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1163-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1163-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1163.jpg 1247w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Torque specs for the top rings and bases labeled on the Vortex Pro rings <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reticle\">Reticle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While available in MOA or MRAD variants, I opted to test the MRAD version of the Venom 3-15. Due to the scale of MRAD to MOA, I have always preferred MRAD scopes for keeping the holdover values smaller and more straightforward. The EBR-7C reticle provides all the information needed for quickly holding windage and elevation adjustments in the field. I am a fan of this type of hourglass reticle system as it gives the information shooters need without cluttering up the glass. The reticle is very useable while remaining non-distracting when the holdovers are unnecessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1979-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Reticle for Vortex 3X magnification\" class=\"wp-image-198520\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1979-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1979-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1979-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1979-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1979.jpg 1496w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Looking through the Venom 3-15 at 3X magnification<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I also love the center of this reticle. It has a small opening with a tiny dot that allows you to see more information about your target while giving a good .04 MRAD dot for placing the perfect shot. The MRAD variant has etchings that go down to 10 MRAD but when combined with the 36 maximum MRAD elevation turret adjustment, long-range shooters will have a theoretically total potential of around 46 MRAD to make calculated holds for. However, most rifles\/mount combos and zeros will be in the middle of this range giving an actual elevation adjustment of about half of that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1166-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Looking at sky though Vortex Venom 3-15\" class=\"wp-image-198519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1166-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1166-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1166-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1166-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1166.jpg 1244w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Looking through the Venom 3-15 at 15X magnification<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, since this optic utilizes an FFP reticle, the holdovers remain constant at any magnification. I am happy to see reticles like this come in an affordable scope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-revstop-zero-system\">RevStop\u2122 Zero System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Venom 3-15 comes with Vortex\u2019s RevStop\u2122 zero system for elevation adjustments. While resetting windage and elevation turrets to zero after sighting in is straightforward, the elevation turret offers an additional hard stop option. Once the RevStop\u2122 is installed after sighting the scope in, users can quickly dial the scope downward, and it will never go beyond 0.5 mills past zero. This prevents the user from forgetting how many rotations the turret has made while always maintaining confidence in their return to zero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1980-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Turret and cap removed on Vortex Venom 3-15\" class=\"wp-image-198521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1980-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1980-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1980-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1980-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1980.jpg 1455w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Optional zero ring currently installed with the cap and turret removed<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-turrets\">Turrets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With its new housing design, the Vortex Venom 3-15 employs broad turrets that provide more adjustment per rotation \u2013 precisely 10 MRAD\/25 MOA per turn. The windage and elevation adjustments are precise, offering distinct clicks that are easily felt. Each click moves the reticle by 1\/4 MOA or 0.1 MRAD. Adjusting shots for elevation is straightforward, while the windage turret is capped to prevent accidental changes if the scope is bumped or slung to your body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After I zero a rifle, I rarely use the windage turret again. I rely on the reticle etchings to account for changing wind holds. The capped windage turret ensures it stays locked in place. Additionally, the elevation turret features Vortex&#8217;s RevStop\u2122 Zero System, ensuring a quick return to zero after adjustments, preventing the user from accidentally being one rotation off. This allows for a confident return to zero fast and securely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1162-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Vortex scope mounted to a rifle\" class=\"wp-image-198522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1162-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1162-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1162-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1162-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1162.jpg 1477w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The elevation turret has 10 MRAD of adjustment per rotation, and the windage turret is capped (balancing on top of the elevation turret in the picture)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tracking-with-the-venom-3-15\">Tracking With the Venom 3-15<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An important mechanical function of a modern scope is its ability to precisely dial in shots. Deciding to test how well the turrets actually worked, I zeroed a laser to the center of the reticle at 20ish yards and then dialed up 10 Mils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I was looking through the scope, the laser was centered exactly on the 10-Mil line etched on the reticle. I then dialed the scope 10 mills to the right, and the laser looked spot on. When I dialed both windage and elevation back to zero, the laser returned perfectly to the center of the reticle. This was a win and the Venom 3-15 proved to have its mechanical turrets precisely track with the etched reticle hash marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-parallax\">Parallax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Parallax for the Venom 3-15 can be fine-tuned from as close as 10 yards out to infinity and beyond. The yardage is clearly marked, and the adjustment has a resistance similar to that of the magnification ring. This keeps it from moving much if bumped, yet remains easy to tune in to achieve that crisp overall image. As with all of the turrets, these caps have serrations that help with a non-slip grip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1161-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Vortex Venom 3-15 scope\" class=\"wp-image-198524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1161-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1161-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1161-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1161-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1161.jpg 1312w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parallax adjustment is labeled from 10 &#8211; \u221e<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-magnification-clarity\">Magnification\/Clarity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>True to its name, the Vortex Venom 3-15 offers a magnification range from 3 to 15 power. At 3X, the field of view is notably wide, allowing the user to see 42.4 feet at 100 yards. The clarity is impressive, especially considering its price point. I observed minimal edge-to-edge distortion, and there&#8217;s only the slightest blue tint to the glass. Both scopes appeared to have nearly identical glass clarity and performance during a side-by-side comparison with the Vortex Strike Eagle 3-18.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1978-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Strike Eagle 3-18 and Vortex Venom 3-15 scopes sitting on a brick\" class=\"wp-image-198525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1978-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1978-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1978-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1978-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1978.jpg 1391w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Strike Eagle 3-18 painted and on the far side, where the Venom 3-15 is closest in this picture<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An added convenience is the included throw lever with this optic. While the magnification adjustment is already smooth, having a tab to push against makes the process quicker. The throw lever securely clamps down with a single set screw and feels ergonomic in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1159-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Vortex Venom 3-15 scope installed to camo rifle\" class=\"wp-image-198526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1159-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1159-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1159-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1159-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1159.jpg 1395w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An included throw lever is a nice touch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-field-testing\">Field testing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout my review, this scope served me well. When mounted to a 6.5 Creedmoor, I was able to consistently hit a steel silhouette at 1050 yards. The reticle has great information built into it, and the turrets allowed me to quickly dial in shots. I also spent a good amount of time using this scope with a 450 Bushmaster. This is a hard-hitting round, and I was able to dial in shots shooting subsonic ammunition. When shooting at close range, the 3X base magnification proved it can be used quick as well. The thick crosshair lines allowed for fast alignment. I was able to do some 1-round high-ready drills averaging around 1.25 seconds from 30 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The scope&#8217;s durable housing held up well to testing. Additionally, I was pleasantly surprised by the clarity of the glass, considering its price. Overall, it performed admirably and met my expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SEE MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/testing-the-vortex-strike-eagle-3-18x44-ffp-riflescope\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\">Testing the All-New Vortex Strike Eagle 3-18\u00d744 FFP Riflescope<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2279-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Man shooting rifle with the Vortex Venom 3-15 installed\" class=\"wp-image-198904\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2279-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2279-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2279-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2279-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2279-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2279.jpg 1551w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Working on some high-ready drills with the Ruger American Gen 2 chambered in 450 Bushmaster<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vortex-venom-3-15-summary\">Vortex Venom 3-15 Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new <a href=\"https:\/\/vortexoptics.com\/riflescope-venom-3-15x44-ffp+reticle-EBR-7C~MRAD\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\">Vortex Venom 3-15&#215;44 FFP<\/a> is available and shipping now with an MSRP of $650 with the current street price hovering around the $450 mark. For those looking for an affordable scope that could take them out to 1000 yards, this is by far one of the best optics for the price. The housing feels rugged, the turrets track and work without an issue, and the reticle is fantastic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where the Venom lacks an illuminated reticle and a locking elevation turret that is found on the new <a href=\"https:\/\/vortexoptics.com\/vortex-strike-eagle-3-18x44-ffp+reticle-EBR-7C~MOA\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"review-pushing-the-new-vortex-venom-3-15-out-past-1000-yards\" title=\"Review: Pushing the New Vortex Venom 3-15 out Past 1,000 Yards\">Vortex Strike Eagle 3-18<\/a>, its street price is about $300 less. 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