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Matrix Illuminated PSO-1 Type Scope for Dragonov SVD Sniper Rifle Series (Color: Black / 4x24)
26 Customer Reviews
by Michael C. on 06/30/2015
"Fits great and looks great on my Real Sword Svd, but the scope won't zero in properly. I twisted the knob as far as it could go to make the cross hair go left but it won't adjust far enough to be lined up correctly.
by chris g. on 03/11/2013
"PROFESSIONAL REVIEW
hey everyone, I wanna clear up everything about this scope. 5 guys on my professional team have this scope. It is an astounding copy of the SVD PSO-1 DMR scope, this is, classified as a DMR scope being only 4x zoom but that is all you need for it. And as I said, it is a COPY. all these issues I hear about the scope not going on are user error. If you look at the latch that on the mounting system you will see a small silver bolt that looks like a round castle. Called, a Castle Bolt. (Large concept I know) you must hold down the castle bolt. And turn the screw to raise or lower the height of the rail latch. It will fit on ANY SVD without filing or modification IF you adjust the castle bolt. Look on YouTube for simple tutorials. "How to adjust the castle bolt on PSO-1 airsoft"
The ONLY issue I have seen with this scope is a very rare factory defect where the Chevron reticle is tipped sideways, and is not fixable unless you entire disassemble the scope, and realign the lens with the fiber optic on it. It is rare but can happen. Before you even attempt to get this scope on, take the scope, turn it upside down and balance it on the wordage knob on top on a flat surface, turn on the illumination, and look thought it. If its not entirely parallel to the table send it back and the next one will be perfect.
Other than that I have no complaints about the scope. If you know anything about wiring I would solder the wires for a tighter connection, and maybe even simplified, tape them together, because there are two wires that power that optic, just put a piece of electrical tape to hold the two wires tiger, then tape them to the actual scope wherever they fit and look nice. This will eliminate any issues with wires snagging and tearing.
I give this scope a 9/10. It is nothing compared to the true USSR Issue PSOP which I run on my AIM GBB SVD. But it is astounding airsoft quality reproduction. The chevron reticle is spaced perfectly, and is easy to use if you know how.
Here is how you use the chevron I aiming system. If you google a chevron reticle and look for reference it is easiest.
1: the bottom line that is running all the way across the scope, line that up with the curved line. Whatever you are aiming at, place their feet at the line, and they're head should hit the top of the curved line. When you get your reference point, slide your scope over just a tad, to where it reaches center wi the arrows, and there's your theoretical headshot. For airsoft it works absolutely perfect of you know how far your gun shoots at varied distances. I hope this review aids many people in buying this scope and keeping the SVD True to its beautiful look.
hey everyone, I wanna clear up everything about this scope. 5 guys on my professional team have this scope. It is an astounding copy of the SVD PSO-1 DMR scope, this is, classified as a DMR scope being only 4x zoom but that is all you need for it. And as I said, it is a COPY. all these issues I hear about the scope not going on are user error. If you look at the latch that on the mounting system you will see a small silver bolt that looks like a round castle. Called, a Castle Bolt. (Large concept I know) you must hold down the castle bolt. And turn the screw to raise or lower the height of the rail latch. It will fit on ANY SVD without filing or modification IF you adjust the castle bolt. Look on YouTube for simple tutorials. "How to adjust the castle bolt on PSO-1 airsoft"
The ONLY issue I have seen with this scope is a very rare factory defect where the Chevron reticle is tipped sideways, and is not fixable unless you entire disassemble the scope, and realign the lens with the fiber optic on it. It is rare but can happen. Before you even attempt to get this scope on, take the scope, turn it upside down and balance it on the wordage knob on top on a flat surface, turn on the illumination, and look thought it. If its not entirely parallel to the table send it back and the next one will be perfect.
Other than that I have no complaints about the scope. If you know anything about wiring I would solder the wires for a tighter connection, and maybe even simplified, tape them together, because there are two wires that power that optic, just put a piece of electrical tape to hold the two wires tiger, then tape them to the actual scope wherever they fit and look nice. This will eliminate any issues with wires snagging and tearing.
I give this scope a 9/10. It is nothing compared to the true USSR Issue PSOP which I run on my AIM GBB SVD. But it is astounding airsoft quality reproduction. The chevron reticle is spaced perfectly, and is easy to use if you know how.
Here is how you use the chevron I aiming system. If you google a chevron reticle and look for reference it is easiest.
1: the bottom line that is running all the way across the scope, line that up with the curved line. Whatever you are aiming at, place their feet at the line, and they're head should hit the top of the curved line. When you get your reference point, slide your scope over just a tad, to where it reaches center wi the arrows, and there's your theoretical headshot. For airsoft it works absolutely perfect of you know how far your gun shoots at varied distances. I hope this review aids many people in buying this scope and keeping the SVD True to its beautiful look.
by Thomas S. on 03/02/2013
"Great scope. I love it! Designed for quick reads and scoping on the move.
It was loose on my rifle but it's easy to adjust. Under the locking hammer there's a
spring with a little plate. Push the plate up compressing the spring and you can turn
an adjustment nut. It's right next to the plate. Tighten it for tighter fit and loosen it for looser.
Only issue I have is inconsistant current for illumination.
It was loose on my rifle but it's easy to adjust. Under the locking hammer there's a
spring with a little plate. Push the plate up compressing the spring and you can turn
an adjustment nut. It's right next to the plate. Tighten it for tighter fit and loosen it for looser.
Only issue I have is inconsistant current for illumination.
by Braydon G. on 11/10/2012
"I got this for my A&K SVD and it wouldn't slide on properly. I had to file down the scope so it could slide onto the side rail on my rifle. It is also very easy to make scratches on the metal, but once I finally got the scope on, the rifle looked so awesome with the scope on! I gave this scope a 4/5 because I had to file it down a bit, but it works like a charm!
by Tomas P. on 12/08/2011
"I got this one for my Matrix SVD Dragonov.
It was very hard to get on. Even after I figured out that I need to place the front bolt of the scope into the center grove of the gun rail it would not slide in all the way.. I lubed it and finally had to gently tap it in with a hammer.m, good thing its full metal
The objective has a lens cover which is great but it has begun to rub off a thin film on the scope. I don't know why the film is there and the gun does not look bad without the film. It might be to protect from rust?
The lens is very clear and scope works with or without illuminating the target sight.
the gun DOES LOOK VERY COOL WITH IT.
It is a bit expensive but with the 20% off coupon it helps
PROS:
- Full Metal = VERY STURDY!
- Clear Magnification
- Sight can be used with or without illumination
- Batteries are installed and it came with an extra set
- Comes with Front Lens cover
CONS:
- VERY HARD TO GET ON
- The outside front of the scope has a plastic film that has already started to rub off from the friction
of the objective lens cover
- A Bit Pricey.
Final thoughts,
It is a very nice scope, I am not crazy about the design but then again it is Russian.
So for this scope
I give it 8/10
It was very hard to get on. Even after I figured out that I need to place the front bolt of the scope into the center grove of the gun rail it would not slide in all the way.. I lubed it and finally had to gently tap it in with a hammer.m, good thing its full metal
The objective has a lens cover which is great but it has begun to rub off a thin film on the scope. I don't know why the film is there and the gun does not look bad without the film. It might be to protect from rust?
The lens is very clear and scope works with or without illuminating the target sight.
the gun DOES LOOK VERY COOL WITH IT.
It is a bit expensive but with the 20% off coupon it helps
PROS:
- Full Metal = VERY STURDY!
- Clear Magnification
- Sight can be used with or without illumination
- Batteries are installed and it came with an extra set
- Comes with Front Lens cover
CONS:
- VERY HARD TO GET ON
- The outside front of the scope has a plastic film that has already started to rub off from the friction
of the objective lens cover
- A Bit Pricey.
Final thoughts,
It is a very nice scope, I am not crazy about the design but then again it is Russian.
So for this scope
I give it 8/10
by Ted N. on 03/01/2023
"Its all solid metal. Has a good weight to it, reticle is correct. I dont like leaving crummy reviews as there are some features that would usually push it past. HET, Comrade. Doesnt fit, and according to other reviews im not alone. Unless they were going for that quality "Soviet mass produced by political prisoners" feel it seems like its manufactured with ill fitting parts. Also all the exposed wires are connecting battery to switch to reticle is begging to get caught on something. Looks cool. But im looking at a paperweight. 2/5 Bourscht.
by Kyle M. on 08/19/2021
"Was kind of hoping for better quality from a $160 scope..
The reticle is not the clearest, and with no illumination it can be hard to see at times. No focus adjustment on the eyepiece.
Construction is solid and full metal, mounting worked pretty easy on my WE SVD. Looks good and matches the classic Russian look of the SVD. Windage and elevation adjustments function as they should.
3 stars due to it feeling over priced for the quality of sight picture.
The reticle is not the clearest, and with no illumination it can be hard to see at times. No focus adjustment on the eyepiece.
Construction is solid and full metal, mounting worked pretty easy on my WE SVD. Looks good and matches the classic Russian look of the SVD. Windage and elevation adjustments function as they should.
3 stars due to it feeling over priced for the quality of sight picture.
by Dallas B. on 05/26/2017
"This scope will not work for the SVU series rifle, as well as came unfocused with no means of correction.
by David R. on 03/11/2020
"I'm pretty disappointed in the scope. It looks amazing externally and with a little modification of the castle bolt and lubrication of the rails of my VSS it fit like a charm. Unfortunately, you cannot adjust the reticle for windage and elevation and the scope is off-center to the left. Get this scope only if you just want a scope for your SVD/SVU/VSS and just want to use it to see where your BBs are going. I still plan to use this scope, but probably just for more casual games.
by Frank B. on 09/05/2015
"Bought the scope awhile ago, sold it within a few weeks. My PSO didn't zero or even move when adjusted. Barely fits on a RS SVD even when adjusting the nut. Would make a good movie prop.
by austin t. on 12/09/2019
"This scope is really bad the magnification is good but the illumination is terrible. the scope won't stay lit for more than30 seconds and even getting to stay on that long is very lucky. I tried replacing the battery twice and it will not stay on. very disappointing. I'm not sure if I got the bad one of the bunch but definitely not worth the price.