REVIEW: Optisan CX6 Scope 1-6x24i

For some time now, there have been various approaches to making the struggling group more flexible. The soldier must be able to fight targets both in CQC (Close Quarters Combat) and at longer distances with precision. Some of the most well-known approaches include:
• Red dot/EOTech with 3x magnifier that can be folded away
• ACOG with mini red dot on top
• Elcan Specter DR 1x/4x or 1.5x/6x (and sometimes overkill red dot on top)
In recent years, however, variable optics, known as Short Dots, working in the range of 1x to 8x, have become more common. Schmidt und Bender has set the standard with their glass going from 1-8x, excellent for the scenarios mentioned. However, the glass is not exactly lightweight, and 8x is very high for an AR15 or caliber 5.56. Leupold and Trijicon recently introduced a 1-6x variant, which in terms of weight and performance, is more suitable for this caliber.
Today, we present a product from a relatively unknown company from Taiwan. Optisan has been manufacturing optics such as binoculars, riflescopes, and rangefinders since 1998. Some may say: From China? Can't be any good - but they are sorely mistaken. "Chinese Optics" are definitely on the rise, and especially the higher-end range from Optisan (Prestige Series and the CX6 presented here) are absolutely competitive with the rest of the world.
The Optisan CX6, like the Leupold Mark 6 or the Trijicon VCOG, is variably adjustable in the range of 1-6x. The most critical part, the simple magnification is REALLY simple here, not 1.1 or 1.2 as many manufacturers claim on closer inspection.
Unpacking:
The technical data can be found HERE on the manufacturer's website.

The glass itself is very lightweight, all turrets are kept flat and have a removable cover. In the right cover, there is a spare battery for the illumination.

The optics are brilliant and absolutely sharp, the field of view is very generous, and the construction is on par with the competition. While the glass may not be usable if a bullet penetrates the tube (as advertised by Nightforce), it is shockproof up to .50 BMG, which should be sufficient.

Additionally, detachable flip-up metal covers for the objective and eyepiece are integrated, a rarity in this price range. All turrets and the magnification ring can be easily adjusted, with the turrets having a slot at the top of the scale for zeroing after sighting in.

This provides a sort of soft-zero setting.
The reticle, especially in a magnification range like this, plays a crucial role. The Mudskipper 3 was designed by an American who devoted much time and effort in forums (Snipershide, AR15.com) to compare and test scopes in the 1x to 10x range across all price levels. The reticle has all the features one could wish for:
• A fast, visible diamond in the center, with its tip hitting precisely and consistently at 100m

• An outer ring/horseshoe for target acquisition
• Holding lines for up to 700 yards
• Mildots
• Horizontal lines for range estimation
• Windage points
• Distance measurements with the horseshoe
• Illuminated
A detailed explanation of all the reticle features would require a separate review, so here is a link to the page with the exact Mudskipper 3 details.

The illumination of the reticle lasts about 120 hours on the highest setting with a single battery. While not comparable to an Aimpoint or EOTech, it is important to remember that even in the event of battery failure, the optic remains usable, unlike the Aimpoint and Eotech which cannot be used without a battery.
The illumination is not 100% daylight visible, meaning not as bright as a red dot, but the reticle can still be quickly acquired and seen at all times, so it only poses a minimal limitation.
Finally, a look through the glass:
1x
6x

Illuminated

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