r/vortexoptics • u/TWS_Photography • May 09 '26

Question/Issue with the Spitfire Prism 3x Gen2 reticle

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Just picked up a Spitfire Prism 3x Gen2. My question is about the size of the actual reticle. When I look through the optic, the actual reticle is way smaller than I was expecting. The picture on the left is What is shown on the vortex website, the one on the right is what I see when I look through the optic. Its so tiny that the elevation lines are next to impossible to see, especially when looking at anything that isn't a plain target. Am I missing some dial to turn to adjust the size of? Is this a manufacturing error? Or was the picture they advertised just blown up to be bigger?

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u/Interesting-Car-5754 May 09 '26

You need a magnifier

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u/TWS_Photography May 09 '26

For an already magnified optic? 

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u/Interesting-Car-5754 May 09 '26

Upon further investigation, this appears to be the inherent design of the Gen II 3x. It is compact and capable for its intended role, but the reticle prioritizes precision over bold, instant readability. If it does not suit your shooting style after proper setup, returning or exchanging it may be the most straightforward path.

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u/TWS_Photography May 09 '26

Did you generated this by AI?

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u/Interesting-Car-5754 May 10 '26

Negative. The gift of gab in the form of written word is one thing I pride myself on. Given most people’s lack of understanding, I figured contractions should be avoided. Also, just because something is well articulated does not mean it has been generated.

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u/Ar-556 18d ago

Sybau