- Arken Optics EPL4 4-16X44 / 6-24x50 Hunting Rifle Scope, Lightweight, Illuminated VPR/VHR Reticle,30mm Tube, Waterproof Fogproof Shockproof

This optic has a great value. However, I will say that it is no where equivalent to a top tier scope. You do get a lot of features that only higher priced optics have. Being a FFP scope too, I think this is steal. The glass is clear, and the reticle is sharp but very fine. Magnification is nice along with the parallax adjustment. Overall, for glass and picture quality, it is very nice. All parts that are supposed to move, do so smoothly. The turrets are tactile to feel it, however you can't always hear them. The RT0 is easy to set and use. The illumination could be brighter, but it does work very well. It held zero. I would recommend this to those who want a nice budget FFP scope.

I was a little worried about the quality of, but I had seen a lot of great reviews on YouTube. When I received the scope I had to get it out and look it over. The glass and build of the scope is really nice for the price. The clarity is on point. The scope feels well made and durable. The turrets have a great feel and positive positioning clicks. The only thing a little difficult to turn is the light. It’s pretty stiff. The scope looks great and like it would cost much more than it does. I probably wouldn’t use this on a $5,000 custom build, but a cheaper plinker…all day long.

Great scopes. Ease of adjustment, durable, functionality is great, bright clear glass. Good size for hunting.

Sure, it's not a Night Force, Schmitt and Bender, etc., but for the price point this scope id hard to beat - Decently clear glass, smooth operating controls, perfect tracking windage/elevation and nice finish. Come complete with a sunshade, rubber bikini style lens covers, cleaning cloth and decals. Hard to beat the performance for a scope that is in the sub $400.00 price range.

Great buy at the price. Extraordinarily clear glass. If they would make it in second focal plane so the reticle didn't blow up when I dial up farther distant targets I would give it five stars.

Never used this brand scope, but it had the options and reticle I was looking for . I received it on time, and packaged well . After mounting and sighting in on my 22 ARC gas gun I was very happy with the purchase. Very good glass no blur around the edges a good clear focus. I recommend for target or hunting varmints.

This thing shoots above its price point pretty good. Glass is pretty clear, and the turrets are super easy to zero. Im not sure if I want to use this for deer hunting tho, the crosshairs are pretty fine until zoomed in pretty far.

I guess it works sorta, i have never had so much problem getting a scope zero. I put the scope on a proven rifle platform sub moa, no changes accept the scope. This scope it made the rifle and load 2moa. Needless to send all the hype about this brand is just marketing.Don't waste your money by a Leupold. I will put this scope on a 22 and call it a learning experience.

Awesome scope, good clarity well built love it

Great scope for the money! This is a rare find being so lightweight and having all these features at this price!

All my firearms carry Arken optics. Excellent quality with perfect tracking. Very positive and precise adjustment clicks. For the money, these are the best optics in my opinion.

Punches way above its price point! Like this scope more then my vortex venom and it has more features. Put on my 7mm rem mag and works like a charm will be buying another for other rifle!

PROS: I like almost everything about this scope. The glass quality and clarity are excellent for the price point. The turrets feel solid and precise, and the scope itself is well built and gives the impression of a quality product. At full magnification, the image fills the eyepiece with little to no shadowing around the edges. CONS: I will be returning this scope due to what appears to be a drop of oil or residue on the internal reticle glass. After doing some research, I found at least one other person mentioning a similar issue in a YouTube reviewer’s comment section, and the reviewer acknowledged that this was something to be aware of. Another minor concern (though not normally a return-worthy issue on its own) is that the supplied battery for the illuminated reticle was missing. There was no battery in the scope or the box. I assumed one should be included, as the illumination dial has a choking-hazard warning tag attached. This also makes me wonder whether the scope may have been a previous return. Due to the reticle issue and the need to return the item, I can only give this a 2-star review at this time. I would like to try my luck again and reorder the scope if Amazon restocks it, as the one I received was the last unit available. If I am able to repurchase it, I will update this review accordingly. I genuinely like this scope and wish it were free of defects, as I would prefer not to return it. Please don’t let my review completely deter you from purchasing, I plan to repurchase it myself. I simply want to make buyers aware that there may be some quality-control variability: you could receive an excellent unit like many others have, or you may take a chance. I’m glad I purchased through Amazon, as returns on scopes are accepted and straightforward. Some retailers treat optics as final-sale items, so be sure to check return policies before purchasing. I hope this information is helpful.