Burris Veracity: A Hunting Scope with Tactical DNA

Another SHOT Show, another wave of gear to sift through. This year, Burris is bringing a fresh take on a familiar name: the Veracity. Hop from TFBTV walked us through the new lineup, and it’s clear they’ve put some serious engineering into this refresh. This isn’t just a cosmetic facelift; Burris rebuilt the optical system from the ground up, and that’s what separates a legacy product from a serious contender.

The Veracity has been around for a while – they’re calling it a legacy name – but don’t let that fool you. The new version boasts HD glass, a revamped optical system, and a suite of new reticle options across three magnification ranges: 2.5-15x42, 3-15x44, and 5-25x50. What's immediately noticeable is the exposed elevation knob with a two-turn capability and zero stop – a welcome feature for precision work. They even offer a capped knob option for those who run their rifles in scabbards, keeping things tidy and preventing accidental adjustments. Standard capped windage keeps things simple.

One of the biggest improvements, according to Hal from Burris, is the objective system. They’ve moved to an ED glass system, focusing on resolution, color management, and minimizing chromatic aberrations. That's the kind of detail that separates a scope you *look* through from a scope you *trust* with a precise shot. The 3-15x44 model, in particular, caught Hop’s eye with its illuminated fiber optic reticle – truly daylight bright, as he put it. While not every SKU has illumination, they all feature side parallax adjustment, which is a must-have for long-range work.

Reticle options include the RC Rapid Cross MOA (a simple T-MOA based reticle) and the RCT (Christmas tree MOA reticle) in the 5-25x50. All models are currently MOA-based, which aligns with the target audience. Burris is positioning these as more high-end tactical scopes, sitting above their XTR and XTR Pro lines, but still offering a more accessible price point, ranging from $799 to $1199 depending on the model. Weight is also reasonable, with the 3-15x44 model tipping the scales at around 24.5 ounces – not PRS heavy, but not featherweight either.

If you’re in the market for a new hunting scope that can also handle precision work at extended ranges, the new Burris Veracity is definitely worth considering. It’s a solid upgrade from the previous generation, and the attention to optical performance and features like the exposed elevation knob make it a compelling option. This is a scope built for folks who demand performance and appreciate a quality build.

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