When you need a riflescope that gives you the option to take a medium to long-range shot with excellent clarity, then take a look at the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50. It is a top-quality riflescope by Vortex that has a standard magnification of 6x and can increase to a maximum magnification of 24x.
This means you can confidently take a longer shot with this riflescope than you likely wouldn’t with a different scope.
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Vortex 6-24x50 Diamondback
Pros
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Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP Specs
Eye Relief: 3.9 inches
Adjustment Options: ¼ MOA per click
Parallax: 10 yards to Infinity
Windage: 65 MOA
Elevation: 65 MOA
Type of Reticle: EBR-2C (2 MOA)
Image of Reticle:
Magnification: 6-24x
Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane
Objective Lens: 50mm
Field of View: 4.5 to 18 feet at 100 yards
Pros
Below are the primary pros:
3.9" Eye Relief
The 3.9-inch eye relief on the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 means that you can keep your eye 3.9 inches away from the ocular lens while still maintaining a clear view through the scope. This is important because the rifle's recoil can cause the lens to hit your head or eye if you are too close to the scope when you take your shot. Being able to stay a lengthy distance from the ocular lens of the scope means you will stay safe when taking your shot while maintaining a clear view of your target.
Standard 6x Magnification
The standard 6x magnification means you can zero in your scope according to the 6x magnification that is standard on the scope. Ultimately, this means you can take a longer shot through the scope without having to make any adjustments to the magnification itself, as 6x magnification is a strong standard intensity.
For those times you want to take long-range shots, the 24x magnification allows you to do that. With 24x magnification, you can take longer shots that you may otherwise not consider taking when using a weaker or less intense riflescope.
The 24x magnification allows you to take a 1000-yard shot if you choose, which is a distance you may not be able to take with any other riflescope.
Fine Parallax Adjustments
Parallax refers to the movement of the reticle when you move your head. It is ultimately an optical illusion that occurs when you move your head, causing your reticle to seem to move off the target.
A parallax of 10 yards to infinity means you can adjust for parallax on the scope beginning at 10 yards. This helps you dial in the target of your shot and prevent parallax from occurring when moving your head from the scope's ocular lens.
XD Lens Clarity is Excellent
The Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 riflescope is designed with an XD lens that creates a clear image with color correctness and resolution improvement. This helps you use the riflescope in low light if need be.
Since there is no brightness option, Vortex designed the lenses with XD lens technology to help make a clear image when sighting your target.
Cons
However, it comes with some drawbacks, including:
Not Low Light Compatible
Because there are no brightness or illumination options, the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6-24x50 is best used in daytime or bright conditions.
Competitive shooters likely won’t have to worry about this feature because they will be doing their shooting during the day, but big game hunters who will hunt at dawn or dusk will suffer in this area.
If you think you will be primarily shooting in low light conditions, the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 will lack in this area. However, don’t let this feature deter you from purchasing the Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 if you will do most of your hunting during the day. It is only at dawn or dusk when this riflescope will lack.
Best Uses For the Vortex 6-24x50 Diamondback Tactical FFP Scope
The best uses for the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 is competitively sharpshooting and big game hunting that may require shooting a target from far distances.
How Does Magnification Play a Role in Using the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6-24x50?
Magnification is the feature that gives the Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 its primary use for competitive sharpshooting and long-range distance hunting. With a magnification intensity of 24x, you can take a shot up to 1000 yards with accuracy, precision, and clarity.
What is Yardage and How Does it Play a Role in Using the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6-24x50?
The Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 can accurately shoot a target at 1000 yards away with the correct adjustments made to the windage and elevation minutes of angle.
A minute of angle (MOA) is 1/60th of an angle, and it equates to a one-inch difference between two points for every 100 yards.
The Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 can adjust for windage and elevation by ¼ of an MOA for every click on the dial. The maximum adjustment that can be made for windage and elevation is 65 MOA. This allows you to take accurate shots at long distances by calculating the exact distance you need to make up for both elevation and windage.
Is the Vortex 6-24x50 Diamondback Tactical FFP Riflescope Hard to Use?
The Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 is not hard to use for those who are experienced in targeting long-range shots. The riflescope's magnification is standard at 6x, so it is already magnified 6x the normal size when you look through the scope. This can be difficult for shooters to get used to who haven’t used a riflescope with magnification.
Is the Vortex 6-24x50 Diamondback Tactical FFP Riflescope Compatible With Any Rifle?
You can mount the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 with any rifle that will be capable of making 1000-yard shots. While you don’t have to use the Diamondback Tactical to make 1000-yard shots (you can use it to make medium-range shots), you will need to pair it with a rifle that can shoot the distance.
What Do I Need to Know About Mounting the Vortex 6-24x50 Diamondback Tactical FFP Scope?
You will need a set of 30mm rings to mount the riflescope to the rifle. Make sure you use the lowest setting on the rings to position the mount as low as possible on the rifle. This will give you the most accurate line of vision through the reticle.
What Makes the Vortex 6-24x50 Diamondback Tactical FFP Scope Stand Out From the Competition?
The Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 is a top-quality, durable, and precise riflescope you can add to your rifle to make medium to long-distance shots. It is shock-proof, waterproof, and fog-proof, which means you can always make a clear shot even after the scope has been dropped or placed in water.
Conclusion
If you need a riflescope that will allow you to make long-distant shots up to 1000 yards, the Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 is the best one for the job. While it is a little pricy, you can rest assured knowing you are getting the Vortex lifetime warranty should anything cause the riflescope to become ineffective.
People Also Ask
Still have questions regarding your future purchase of the Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP? Read on for the answers to some of the more commonly asked questions.
What Kind of Warranty Does the Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP Come With?
Vortex gives each customer its VIP (very important promise) lifetime warranty. This warranty ensures every customer that they can get a full repair or replacement riflescope if their product breaks or becomes defective to the point of being ineffective.
How Much Does the Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP Weigh?
The Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 weighs 24.6 ounces. It's not a particularly lightweight or heavy scope in this highpower category. Just remember that the rifle you place the Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 onto will need to have enough power to shoot 1000 yards if need be.
Can You Use Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP in Low Light?
The Vortex Diamondback Tactical 6 24x50 is not recommended to use in low light because it does not have any brightness or illumination capabilities. The lenses are coated with technology that helps the target become clear if lighting conditions are poor, but it is not recommended for low light conditions.
How Long Does the Battery Last on the Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP?
Because there are no illumination or brightness capabilities on the riflescope and the reticle has no red dot, there is no battery included with the riflescope.
