Skunks have been turning over cow patties all over the farm for quite some time. I caught this little stinker in the act at about 8:45 PM this evening, except that it's a different skunk than in the last trail camera photo. This one has a lot more white on him than the previous one.
As to scope performance, the illuminator is lacking, but usable at 60 yards. Hopefully the new lazer illuminator I have ordered will do a better job and extend the range.
The 5X magnification is adequate, but would be nice to have a bit more. I found it a bit difficult to get the red crosshair on the skunk due to the subdued light and the small size of the striped critter. Again, I think a better illuminator would be the doctor's order.
Gen 1 optics, at least in this instance, are adequate enough for closer ranges for sure. I think 5X will make it a bit difficult at extended ranges, but it won't be as bad with a coyote as the skunk since the stinker was a small target.
The only other problem now is I have to get the smell off my boots.
