Rifle Scopes Entry Level Optic

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Hi all-

I'm in the middle of building out a 308 based on a DPMS receiver and a 20" Rainier barrel. I'd hoping to get some advice on a choosing a low cost option to get started. My requirements are really something that I can use at 100 yards or so to get my rifle broke in. I plan on investing in a nice scope to get down range in the future, but my build budget is just about spent so I just need something simple for now. I was also taking a look at ebay to see what might be available used.
 
#3
Another recommendation for the Weaver GS Tactical 3-10x40 from Midway. I have two, including one on an 18" SPRgery. With the newly released Midway coupon codes, you can get one for $279.99 shipped.

Its no USO or S&B, but for the money its hard to beat. DOWNSIDE: limited elevation so a 20MOA mount is helpful for longer range shooting, which is completely moot for 100yards. For the same money, a SWFA SS 12x or 16x might be better for your stated purpose; much more elevation but obviously much less field of view.
 
#4
I used an SWFA 10x for a year or so. It is a great scope for the money.

One thing to consider is scope diameter. I wanted a 30mm scope so that when I upgraded glass I didn't have to upgrade rings as well.
 
#6
I second the Weaver 3-10 mil/mil. I also HIGHLY recommend the SWFA 10x. It is a rugged enough scope to go long range indefinitley should funds run short. It also has plenty of adjustment. Whatever you do I recommend getting mil/mil so you can get used to that setup (although it makes things so simple that getting used to it really isn't a issue).

Good luck!!!
 
#7
Don't waste your money on crap. Spending your money on a cheap optic is basically throwing it away because there is no resale value. The very cheapest scopes I would recommend is the Weaver GST 3-10 mil/mil for $300 at midway, the Bushnell Elite 10x40 mil/mil also at midway for a few bucks less, or the SWFA classic series for $300-400. They are all quality budget priced scopes that hold their value when it's time to upgrade. I own scopes that cost several thousand a piece but I still own and use these as well.
 
#8
Shooting at 100yds for "break in" on your AR and on a tight budget? Sounds like a job for a set of Magpul BUIS. Unless your eyes are too jacked up, why spend $300 on a low grade optic that will probably be in a low grade mount as well?

Old school that shit...
 
#12
You're better off to buy a new one and use the midway coupon codes. They don't pop up for sale too often and when they do they're typically on $20-30 off new prices which you can match with a coupon code. They hold their value extremely well.
 
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NUTT said:
I used an SWFA 10x for a year or so. It is a great scope for the money.

One thing to consider is scope diameter. I wanted a 30mm scope so that when I upgraded glass I didn't have to upgrade rings as well.
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+1 for the SWFA 10x. A good friend of mine uses one for his mossberg .270 hunting rifle. It is an impressive optic for the money, am should fit your bill for entry level optics. I am in the process of souping up a hunting rifle for my wife, and I am seriously considering this particular scope for for it.
 
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