Elements Optics Helix 6-24x50 FFP, APR-2D MRAD

By Chris Parkin

It’s great to see Element Optics offering first as well as second focal plane riflescopes at most market price points to assure users of getting exactly the functionality they require. The Helix is just such a scope, with a smooth matt finish 30mm hard anodised maintube. The Helix is available in both Minute of Angle (M.O.A.) or Milliradian (MRAD) specification using corresponding reticle matching turret click values exactly, regardless of magnification setting. The turrets are particularly nice in that they are Tool-Free, once zeroed you can unscrew the cap on elevation and windage with just fingertips to remove the outer engraved marking dial and return it in position donating your exact zero. You will require a small, supplied Allen key to set up the zero-stop but this is fully visible, hence simply logical to set without any confusion or major disassembly. The turret’s column shows a vernier scale to indicate which overall elevation region you are dialled into with 18.9 MRAD or 65 MOA available overall depending on which model/units you choose. The Helix also includes a removable throw lever to aid speedy magnification change as well as a sunshade, lens cleaning cloth and rubber lens covers as well as flip up lens covers to suit preference. All lenses are fully multicoated with waterproof and shockproof assurance from the Platinum Lifetime Warranty. Nitrogen purging prevents internal fogging.

Side parallax is adjustable from 10 Yards to infinity making this scope applicable to shorter range rimfire and airguns with full use of all reticle options at any magnification setting, not just for centrefires at long range. All controls move smoothly with a crisp reticle picture available from the fast focus eyepiece, featuring excellent knurling to match that of the magnification collar and mechanical turrets, assuring grip without excessive abrasion with fingertips or gloved hands. Importantly, all mechanical features work exactly as described with crisp etched reticle easy to hold position on target or aim off quickly and precisely compensating for external variables. Eye relief of 94-101mm with plentiful mounting space will adapt to the physical proportions of most rifles making this an ideal scope for use throughout any shooting lifestyle as your needs progress along with engagement ranges where 6-24x magnification can be moderated for most scenarios and target types. Allied with a bright overall image from the 50mm objective, the dots and lines of the reticle remain ideally proportioned even though varying as magnification alters with all detail laid out and explained clearly in the user manual.

Conclusion

A great riflescope producing exactly what it advertises in a well-made package adaptable to most rifle users, Excellent warranty as well!

Price

£429.99

Specifications

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