Ballistix works with a wide range of scope manufacturers to deliver custom ballistic solutions across different shooting styles and platforms. Apex Optics is one of those partners — a Canadian optics brand designing scopes informed by feedback from competitive shooters, hunters, and professionals in the field.
As a custom-turret specialist built by long-range shooting enthusiasts, Ballistix uses a ballistic simulator and laser-engraved turret system to translate rifle, ammunition, and environmental data into precise yardage markers. This co-authored article looks at how Apex Optics scopes integrate with Ballistix custom turrets, and more broadly, what makes a riflescope a good candidate for ballistic dialing.
Purpose‑Built Optics: Inside the Apex product line
Apex Optics launched in 2021 with the goal of building optics by shooters, for shooters. The company listens to competitive marksmen and hunters to design scopes that balance advanced technology with real‑world usability. Several stand‑out models illustrate the brand’s “purpose‑built” focus:
Rival 4‑32×56 — competition ready
Apex’s flagship Rival 4‑32×56 riflescope was engineered for long‑range precision competitions. The scope features an advanced CLR™ (Competition Long Range) reticle with holdover points for quick windage and elevation adjustments. Its proprietary HTX™ 7‑layer lens coating and high‑density Japanese ED glass maximise light transmission and minimise chromatic aberration, delivering a bright, clear image. The aircraft‑grade 6061‑T6 aluminium tube is argon purged and sealed for waterproof, fog‑proof and shock‑proof performance. With a zero‑stop elevation turret, 15 MILs per turn and a parallax system adjustable from 15 yards to infinity, the Rival gives competitors reliable tracking and repeatability.
Edge 1‑10×24 — tactical LPVO
The Edge 1‑10×24 Low‑Power Variable Optic combines speed and precision. Developed with sport shooters, Special Forces and law‑enforcement professionals, it uses a lab‑certified TRU‑1X™ system to provide distortion‑free both‑eyes‑open shooting. The scope includes locking zero‑stop elevation and windage turrets with 10 MRAD per turn and 40 MILs of internal travel. Like other Apex scopes, it features Japanese ED glass with a proprietary 7‑layer coating and is assembled in Japan. The Hybrid Combat Reticle (HCR™) merges a prism‑style circle‑dot reticle with a modified Christmas‑tree design, making it effective from 1× to 10×. Reliability and return‑to‑zero performance are guaranteed with every turret adjustment.
Hunter 3‑15×44 and Rival X 4‑32×56 — versatile performers
Apex also builds mid‑range scopes for hunters and multi‑discipline shooters. The Hunter 3‑15×44 and Rival X 4‑32×56 use stainless‑steel MRAD turrets with zero‑stop and are designed for consistent tracking. They feature ED glass, hydrophobic coatings and rugged construction similar to the flagship models. These scopes, like the Edge and Rival, ship with throw levers, flip‑up covers and other accessories to support field use. With MRAD‑indexed turrets, Apex scopes are dial‑friendly, making them ideal candidates for custom yardage turrets.
Personalized Ballistics: What makes Ballistix different?
Ballistix was founded by long‑range shooting enthusiasts who were disappointed with the accuracy of existing ballistic compensation tools. We re‑engineered the ballistic calculator; our simulator runs thousands of shot simulations using your exact load, muzzle velocity and real‑world environmental conditions. The simulator’s outputs drive both our free ballistic drop charts and our laser‑engraved turrets, ensuring consistency between data and hardware.
Key benefits of a Ballistix custom turret:
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Precision‑matched: Each turret is built from your rifle, ammunition and environmental inputs, not generic ballistic tables. The result is a yardage dial that matches your rifle’s real‑world trajectory.
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Field‑proven and domestic: Ballistix products are designed, tested and produced in Canada and the United States, and they’re trusted by over 10 000 hunters and long‑range shooters.
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Multiple options: Choose a laser‑engraved metal turret or a weatherproof adhesive label for scope models that can’t accept replacement turrets.
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Fast turnaround: Because everything is produced in‑house, custom turrets ship within two business days.
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Simplified shooting: Yardage‑marked turrets remove the need for MOA/MIL conversions or holdover charts, allowing you to focus on shot placement.
Why Apex scopes are ideal candidates for Ballistix turrets
To benefit from a custom yardage turret, a scope must have mechanical precision, repeatable turrets and robust construction. Apex riflescopes excel in these areas:
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Repeatable tracking – Apex scopes are tested to track accurately and return to zero through heavy recoil and harsh environments.
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Dial‑friendly turrets – Their elevation turrets offer 10–15 MILs per turn and include zero‑stop mechanisms, making them perfect for dialing rather than purely holding over.
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MRAD systems – Apex reticles and turrets are calibrated in MRAD, which allows Ballistix to translate ballistic data into precise yardage engravings without rounding errors.
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Rugged design – With aircraft‑grade 6061‑T6 aluminium tubes, argon‑purged sealing and ED glass, these scopes withstand harsh conditions — an essential trait when using custom turrets in the field.
The result? When you pair an Apex scope with a Ballistix turret, you build on the scope’s inherent strengths and simplify elevation adjustments. Apex’s repeatable MRAD turrets ensure that each yardage mark corresponds precisely to real‑world drop data. Hunters and competitive shooters can dial directly to distance rather than translating MOA or MRAD values, reducing mistakes and speeding up shots.
Building your Apex Optics custom turret with Ballistix
Creating a custom yardage turret is straightforward:
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Gather your data. Measure your bullet’s muzzle velocity, ballistic coefficient and zero distance. Note the typical atmospheric conditions (altitude, temperature, pressure and humidity) where you shoot.
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Enter your information. Use the Ballistix online tool to input your rifle, ammo and environment. The simulator generates a live preview of your turret and shows the calculated yardage markers.
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Select your turret type. Choose between a durable laser‑engraved turret or a weatherproof adhesive label. Single‑ or double‑turn formats are available depending on yardage range and scope model.
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Place your order. Once you approve the preview, Ballistix engraves your turret and ships it within two business days. Installation is simple — remove the stock cap, fit the new turret and you’re ready to dial yardage.
Because Apex scopes are built with robust, repeatable turrets, you can install Ballistix turrets confidently. Our ballistic data is the same whether you’re printing a chart or engraving a turret, so you can validate it on the range before installing the turret.
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Conclusion: A Canadian collaboration for uncompromising precision
Apex Optics and Ballistix share a philosophy: build purpose‑built gear that performs in the field. Apex uses advanced reticles, ED glass and rugged construction to provide competitive‑grade riflescopes, while Ballistix translates shooters’ data into personalized yardage turrets that simplify dialing and improve shot confidence. Together, they offer a compelling solution for hunters, tactical shooters and precision competitors who want Canadian‑engineered optics and custom ballistics without compromise.
