I want to be in $1500 or less ballpark. Just on the glass. New or used. Its going on 6.5 creedmoor not hunting just targets from 100-1000 yards..preferably 20x and up on the high end the low dont care to much about. 4-6x . I would like to know why you would choose one over the other. I appreciate any response.
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$1500 for a scope what would you buy.
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The razor hd gen 2 is what I'm leaning towards. But that color is so damn ugly. I was just trying to do some homework from people that have more experience and hands on experience with optician this price range.
The colour is inconsequential to function.
You can always cam tape it.
Whatever you decide to purchase, hope it serves you well.
You can always cam tape it.
Whatever you decide to purchase, hope it serves you well.
I would go to midway and snag an XRSII and pocket $400 plus for ammo!
+1. If I am not hunting with it I will buy a razor 3-18
Cronus, Tango 6, if you can find a deal, Delta Stryker.
Razors are great scopes, but they weigh a metric ton, are aging technology and fall off a bit optically in the upper mags. Bulletproof, yes. But I think there are better options out there now for the same or even less $$$
Razors are great scopes, but they weigh a metric ton, are aging technology and fall off a bit optically in the upper mags. Bulletproof, yes. But I think there are better options out there now for the same or even less $$$
Razor Gen 2. I have 3. Love them. You won’t care what color it is once you start using it.
Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 ... all day long, twice on Sunday. It's an awesome scope for 6.5-CM.
You can find a used S&B 5-25 or maybe a Steiner for around $2,000 if you look and that will hold its value much better. It just really hard to recommend any of those scope when for 1/4 more you can get something that is top tier.
Yeah, Razor Gen 2 4.5-27. I have 2, great value and right in your price range, $1600ish used.
For Vortex, I have a PST and a couple Razors. At 1k and in, the PST works fine. At longer ranges, I start getting eye strain quicker with the PST. I've shot with the PST out to 1500, but it just isn't as comfortable.
The Razor is far superior if you don't mind the color and extra weight, and for something in the $1500 price range, it's hard to beat.
Someone else recommended the Toric. I can't speak for the scope as I don't have one, but I did just get one of their spotters, and I took it out to the hills for the first time yesterday. The glass is clear, mechanisms smooth and high quality. I am extremely happy with the purchase.
Well since you mentioned $1500.00. I would spend $100 more and find a used Razor if that's what you're looking for. If you want to save a little money. The Bushnell XRSII is hard to beat right now with a price just over $1k. It started out as a $1699.99-$1949.99 scope. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1019633469
From Bushnell's website, "This is the scope that’s been to the podium at the King of 2 Miles and countless precision rifle matches."
From Bushnell's website, "This is the scope that’s been to the podium at the King of 2 Miles and countless precision rifle matches."
I think I'd go with Athlon Cronus BTR Gen 2
I am incredibly happy with my recent buy of the
I need to put them side by side... except for the slightly stronger reticle lines, I think it's as good as my Vortex Razor HDGen II 4.5-27x56 FFP.
Athlon Optics Ares ETR 4.5-30x56 Black - APRS1 FFP IR MIL Illuminated #212100
I need to put them side by side... except for the slightly stronger reticle lines, I think it's as good as my Vortex Razor HDGen II 4.5-27x56 FFP.
Go buy yourself an XRS2 from Midway. They are on clearance for under $1100.
I have an XRS2 with the H59.
I have an LRTS with the G3 reticle.
The G3 is very simple, and not as busy. If you don't need the christmas tree reticle, it's very nice.
The Tremor3 is too busy for me, but the H59 is a great sweet spot.
ETA: if you select the reticle on the Midway website it will give you sample images of the reticles.
I bought a Bushnell Elite Tactical along with a Kestrel from Doug at Cameraland.com last year for $1,100
www.bushnell.com
Buy Elite Tactical DMR II Pro 3.5-21x50 Riflescope G3 and More | Bushnell
Shopping for the Elite Tactical DMR II Pro 3.5-21x50 Riflescope G3 - Learn more about the latest Optics Site Catalog and other hunting or shooting gear at Bushnell.
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Ah, TY. I was looking via my phone didn't see the reticle displayed. Jeez. Now I'm thinking of getting one for my next rifle... One of the reviews says he likes it better than the same Vortex HD Gen II that I have.
I've been a Vortex fanboy, but when I was looking to buy a Razor Gen 2, I saw the Bushnell deal and figured I'd take a shot.
I can't tell you how impressed I am with it. Glass is incredible for 1k.
I'm having a very difficult time not picking up another.
It's a pig....but so is the Razor......
If you don't snatch one of those XRS's up from Midway, you're doing it wrong.
That should be a no-brainer type of deal.
That should be a no-brainer type of deal.
Just bought one... with the Tremor 3 reticle. A lot of stellar reviews but I like this guy a lot...
I found myself in that situation. I ended up with 3 of the XRSII with the Tremor reticle.
Yep, what he said.
The Tremor 3 is crazy and more than I could ever use.
I already have an XRS with the H-59 and I love it. We usually spot for the other shooter through the rifle scope and the H-59 is the tits for calling misses.
The XRS2 has much better glass than the XRS and the zero stop is totally simple.
Locking windage and a short height elevation turret.
Well the XRSII at MidwayUSA went up to $1699.99 for the G3 reticle and the Tremor 3 went up to over $1200.00. The H59 is still a deal, but I wouldn't wait if you are looking at getting one.
www.midwayusa.com
Bushnell Elite Tactical XRS II Rifle Scope 34mm Tube 4.5-30x 50mm Side
Delivering precisely-aimed rounds at extreme distances is a skill honed with practice – and the proper scope. The XRS II is Bushnell’s...
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The original MSRP on the XRS2 when it was originally launched was ~$2000 (2200 or so for Horus), then dropped to $1699 after it had been out a bit.
But yeah, the Midway clearance price was a stupid deal. I was surprised they raised it back up to MSRP.
XRS2 and DMR2 Pro are seen quite often in the PX for $1200-$1400. Some are new and or damn near new.
another delta stryker
https://www.edgunwest.com/store/optics/item/delta-stryker-hd-5-50x56-sfp/
yes its a couple dollars over that 1500 but what you get is nice . either way good luck hope you find a scope you love more and more each time you use it .
https://www.edgunwest.com/store/optics/item/delta-stryker-hd-5-50x56-sfp/
yes its a couple dollars over that 1500 but what you get is nice . either way good luck hope you find a scope you love more and more each time you use it .
I think I'm going to go with a vortex razor used. I have always been leaning thay way but I like hearing what other people have to say. Its hard to beat the warranty. I know they are getting old now. I like different and it's going on a bergara hmr pro ( when I got the rifle I have never heard or seen of one ) but soon realized that everyone owns a Bergara with a vortex. I didn't want to be a fan boy but whatever.
Athlon Chronus BTR Gen II. APRS 6 reticle. I have three sitting in my shop right now. I can’t believe the value. I’ve got some very nice glass (European) and I can say without hesitation the BTR compares very favorably for the cost. Nicer than the Razor Gen II to my eye. Incredible turrets. I’ve had many Athlon scopes through here but these are my first BTRs. As good as the Ares ETR is these are quite a bit better.
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