{"id":107,"date":"2022-08-26T15:17:28","date_gmt":"2022-08-26T15:17:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=107"},"modified":"2022-08-26T15:17:28","modified_gmt":"2022-08-26T15:17:28","slug":"review-burris-signature-hd-5-25x50","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=107","title":{"rendered":"Review: Burris Signature HD 5-25\u00d750"},"content":{"rendered":"


\n<\/p>\n

\n

By Hunt Fish Shoot<\/a><\/p>\n

T<\/span>he Burris Signature HD series of scopes finds itself aligned with the shooter who is looking for more out of their hunting rifle scope. The Signature HD series, backed up by the \u201cBurris Forever Warranty,\u201d combined premium multi-coated glass with water\/shock\/fogproof construction. They also are, in our opinion, ideal for the hunter who is into long-range hunting.<\/p>\n

\n<\/picture>
Backed by a \u201cForever Warranty,\u201d the Burris Signature HD 5-25\u00d750 rifle scope was put through its paces in this real-world review.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The model we own for this review is the Signature HD 5-25x50mm with the Ballistic E3 reticle. With clear glass, excellent light transmission, exposed resettable turrets, illumination and lightweight for its class, the Signature HD 5-25X50 scope is a well-rounded offering. Even better, you won\u2019t have to decide whether to buy one or afford next month\u2019s car payment.<\/p>\n

\"Review\n<\/picture>
The Signature HD 5-25x50mm scope tested here had a Ballistic E3 reticle. The testing platform was a Springfield Waypoint rifle in\u00a0.308<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Overall Build of the Signature HD Scopes<\/h2>\n

The Signature HD series of scopes are very nice looking, with clean lines and a matte black finish, accented by a silver inlay on the ocular ring. It feels like a very high-quality scope. At this price point, we have used our fair share of scopes which feel cheap, and this ain\u2019t it. Nearly everyone we know who has used, looked at or through this scope thinks it costs well above $1,000.<\/p>\n

\"Testing\n<\/picture>
Possibly the best testing environment for a scope review is an actual hunt. This pig was taken in south Texas using the Burris scope and Waypoint\u00a0rifle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The scope has a 30mm tube with a 50mm objective lens. On the ocular ring, you can find a rubberized adjustment ring for reticle focus. It features adjustable turrets for elevation and windage, with side adjustable parallax up to infinity. This model has an illuminated reticle with six brightness settings and an \u201cOFF\u201d setting between each.<\/p>\n

\"Burris\n<\/picture>
Designed for hunting, the Burris Signature HD line is rugged and lightweight. Additionally, the optics are sealed for use in all weather\u00a0conditions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The last point that should not be overlooked is weight. In a world where folks are using tactical scopes on their hunting guns, and they are consequently generally very heavy, this scope weighs in at around just 24 ounces. As a result, you can count on the Burris Signature HD 5-25\u00d750 to keep your rifle lightweight, while giving you many features found on a long-range tactical scope.<\/p>\n

Glass Used<\/h2>\n

Glass is one of the most important pieces of a good scope, and the glass on this Burris scope is at the top of its class for this price range. Is it close to what is found on the Burris XTR III line? No, but you should keep in mind the Burris XTR III line of scopes includes the company\u2019s top-of-the-line models and are often found on the rifles of professional shooters around the world. This scope retails for almost one-quarter of what those cost. My particular model retails for $839.<\/p>\n

\"Excellent\n<\/picture>
Burris uses excellent glass and coatings to provide clarity in the early morning and late afternoon when the lighting conditions may not be\u00a0ideal.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As a hunting scope set in a second focal plane<\/a>, it excels. Most importantly, light transmission is excellent due to the premium multi-coated glass. When hunting with it on the Springfield Armory Waypoint Model 2020,I find myself gathering more than enough light for shots during legal times.<\/p>\n

\n
\n\t\t\t\t\"\"\/<\/p>\n

Live The Armory Life.<\/strong> The latest content straight to your inbox plus an automatic entry to each of our monthly gun\u00a0giveaways!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

In addition to this, at twilight time, after the sun has set and the naked eye struggles, I can still make out the environment with great detail. Edge-to-edge clarity is next to perfect, with only the slightest bit of distortion seen at the highest magnification. Even then, you have to be looking for this distortion even to notice it.<\/p>\n

Turrets and Their Operation<\/h2>\n

Arguably the weakest point of this particular scope for us is the turrets. Okay, now slow down and reread that. It is the weakest point on this particular scope, but the scope is extremely good overall. This particular model has push\/pull locking turrets which can be reset to zero but does not have a zero stop. However, Burris offers models in the 3-15X and 5-25X or 5X zoom range which have resettable zero-stop turrets. Again, not a huge deal, but we do prefer zero stops.<\/p>\n

\"Burris\n<\/picture>
The Signature HD 5-25\u00d750 scope turrets offer 1\/4 MOA adjustments. The turrets use a push-pull system to lock in\u00a0place.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The turrets themselves are in \u00bc MOA (Minute of Angle) increments. These particular turrets track extremely well. On several occasions shooting the .308 Caliber Springfield Armory Waypoint, I dialed for distance and came right back to my zero. They are ever so slightly \u201cmushy\u201d and not tactile. I can\u2019t hold it against this scope because it is geared towards hunting and I don\u2019t personally expect them to be large, audible clicks like that of a Burris XTR III.<\/p>\n

\"Burris\n<\/picture>
The author found the turrets aligned perfectly through all revolutions. So from the first click to the last, the numbers and lines will\u00a0match.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Another fine point, the numbers and \u201cclicks\u201d line up perfectly on every revolution. Do not forget the parallax adjustment knob; it\u2019s marked for 100 yards and then infinity. I had zero issues adjusting for proper parallax regardless of what distance I used the scope.<\/p>\n

Often Overlooked Features<\/h2>\n

Through many adverse weather conditions, the Signature HD 5-25 never let me down. It didn\u2019t fog, regardless of poor weather, and always did what I asked. The eye relief<\/a> and eye box are quite possibly some of its finest qualities.<\/p>\n

\"eye\n<\/picture>
This Burris scope offers a generous amount of eye relief. Additionally, it proved to be a fine performer in heat, humidity and foul\u00a0weather.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In layman\u2019s terms, the eye box refers to how forgiving the scope is when you are behind the ocular lens and are trying to get a sight picture. In a hunting scope, you need good eye relief and a forgiving eye box. I think the eye relief and eye box are better than most scopes which cost hundreds of dollars more. I can\u2019t stress enough how important this is for hunting and how it can affect your ability to make a quick shot on an animal.<\/p>\n

Burris Signature HD Review Conclusion<\/h2>\n

In my humble opinion, you cannot go wrong with this scope. It\u2019s an ideal hunting scope and was right at home on the Waypoint rifle. In this role, it served me well in taking a large wild boar in Texas this past fall. I have even encouraged family members to use the Burris Signature HD 3-15\u00d744 on their rifles if they don\u2019t need or want as much magnification.<\/p>\n

These scopes are truly an extraordinary value, with excellent quality. Hunters can rejoice for a scope that is suited for long-range hunting, yet doesn\u2019t weigh like an anvil and also has great glass. This scope will always have a home on at least one of my hunting rifles.<\/p>\n

Editor\u2019s Note: Be sure to check out The Armory Life Forum, where you can comment about our daily articles, as well as just talk guns and gear. Click the \u201cGo To Forum Thread\u201d link below to jump in!<\/em><\/p>\n

Join the Discussion<\/span><\/h5>\n

Go to forum thread<\/a><\/p>\n

Featured in this article<\/span><\/h5>\n

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span> \n\t\t\t\t\t\"Burris\n<\/picture>\n <\/p>\n

Burris Signature HD 5-25x50mm<\/span><\/h3>\n


\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>
\n\t\t\t\t\t\"Model <\/p>\n

Model 2020 Waypoint Series<\/span><\/h3>\n


\n\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/section>\n<\/p><\/div>\n


\n
Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

By Hunt Fish Shoot The Burris Signature HD series of scopes finds itself aligned with the shooter who is looking for more out of their hunting rifle scope. The Signature HD series, backed up by the \u201cBurris Forever Warranty,\u201d combined premium multi-coated glass with water\/shock\/fogproof construction. They also are, in our opinion, ideal for the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":108,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-107","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=107"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/108"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=107"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=107"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=107"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}