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REVIEW: Burris AR-Tripler Magnifier

04/01/2017By Redaktion

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Burris delivers our next Magnifier. It is equipped with the standard 3x magnification, as its name "AR-Tripler" suggests. In the USA, this device is highly praised and placed on the same level as Vortex, but we cannot share this opinion. But let's take a look at the specifications first.

With 100mm x 45mm x 45mm, the Vortex and the Burris are almost the same - only 5 millimeters shorter with the Burris. The weight is slightly lighter at 182 grams.Optically, we cannot share the common opinion on the internet that Vortex and Burris are on the same level. The Burris is definitely not quite as clear and also has a slight fisheye effect. Not really disturbing, but definitely present. The eye relief of 5.5cm is slightly shorter than that of Vortex and thus worse. The field of view at 13.4 meters at 100 meters is a bit larger, but as mentioned before, not quite as important behind a reflex sight.Mechanically, the two devices are indeed on the same level, so the Burris naturally has the usual adjustment options for the lens and diopter. Robust and water-resistant, it is in no way inferior to Vortex. Unfortunately, we cannot say anything about the mounting, as we did not have the Burris-specific mounting for our test device at hand. Interesting and not ranked here is the mounting from American Defense. The Swing Mount is rotated 180° to the side, which works quickly and well, unlike the competition. Otherwise, you can use any 30mm mounting available.

The biggest drawback of the device - although it costs around €179 including mounting at the current US exchange rate - is the availability in Europe. Absolutely impossible to get this part, which is actually a shame. The Burris could have easily taken on the role of the low-budget option under Vortex.

Points (Click me)

Dimensions: 5/5 Points

With 100mm x 45mm x 45mm, the Burris also gets the full score for being slim and compact.

Height from mount to center of lens (Without Rating)

No mounting available for testing (from Burris)

Weight (Optic / Optic with Mount): 5/5 Points

182 grams / ? - The lightest device in the test series

Mount weight (Without Rating)

No mounting available for testing (from Burris)

Magnification: 3/5 Points

3x magnification with 3 points as the standard magnification of our test seriesOptical Quality: 3/5 Points

Bright and relatively clear image, with a slight fisheye effect noticeable.

Mechanical Quality: 4/5 Points

All moving parts work well and the device is neatly processed

Eye Relief: 3/5 Points

5.5cm - A usable eye relief, but not as large as with Vortex or AimpointField of View: 5/5 Points

13.4 meters - Very good field of view at 100 meters

Shock-Absorbing/Waterproof: 0/5 Points

No manufacturer information

Adjustment Options: 4/5 Points

Lens can be adjusted horizontally and vertically, diopter adjustment available. Unfortunately, exposed adjustment turrets

Mount Available Yes/No: 5/5 Points

Available with and without mounting

Accessories: 0/5 Points

No accessories

Price: 4/5 Points

€179 at the current converted dollar exchange rate including the Burris FTS mount. Good price... if you're American.

Source of Purchase (Without Rating)

http://www.burrisoptics.com/sights/ar-sights-series/ar-tripler

CONCLUSION: The Burris was unfortunately the most disappointing, as we had higher expectations based on reports from the internet. Nevertheless, the AR-Tripler is a good device and worth recommending. Unfortunately, extremely difficult to obtain in Europe.

Many thanks to Gearaffe Tactical Equipment (https://www.facebook.com/Gearaffe/info?tab=page_info) for providing the test device.