Hi all I am looking at a scope for less then $400.
At Gander they have a Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope.
What do you think?
At Gander they have a Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope.
What do you think?
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Rifle Scopes First scope at $400 or less
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Re: First scope at $400 or less
Order a rear focus 10x super sniper from SWFA. Best bang for the buck around.
Order a rear focus 10x super sniper from SWFA. Best bang for the buck around.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
You can do much better imho. You don't say what you want to use it for, but if it's just a scope to get started in shooting and use for range/hunting work then I'd look for a Zeiss Conquest. Cabela's had them on sale for $399 earlier this year, they are a very good value at that price.
You can do much better imho. You don't say what you want to use it for, but if it's just a scope to get started in shooting and use for range/hunting work then I'd look for a Zeiss Conquest. Cabela's had them on sale for $399 earlier this year, they are a very good value at that price.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Stewart</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Order a rear focus 10x super sniper from SWFA. Best bang for the buck around.</div></div>
I would not recommend a fixed 10X for a first scope without knowing what he wants to use it for, deer hunting with a 10X in some parts of the US is darn near impossible.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Stewart</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Order a rear focus 10x super sniper from SWFA. Best bang for the buck around.</div></div>
I would not recommend a fixed 10X for a first scope without knowing what he wants to use it for, deer hunting with a 10X in some parts of the US is darn near impossible.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
I am goning to mount it on a 30-06 or a 308
At Academy they have these I like so far.
Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $379.99
Bushnell Elite® 3200 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $269.99
only optices I have is:
Bushnell Trophy 1 x 32 mm MP Red Dot Riflescope
on my ak lol not for shooting over 100
and a streamlight tlr-2 for my .45
I am goning to mount it on a 30-06 or a 308
At Academy they have these I like so far.
Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $379.99
Bushnell Elite® 3200 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $269.99
only optices I have is:
Bushnell Trophy 1 x 32 mm MP Red Dot Riflescope
on my ak lol not for shooting over 100
and a streamlight tlr-2 for my .45
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am goning to mount it on a 30-06 or a 308</div></div> Where are you at and what will your application be?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am goning to mount it on a 30-06 or a 308</div></div> Where are you at and what will your application be?
Re: First scope at $400 or less
counter sniper is all the rage around here so it seems
kidding, I concur with the Super Sniper
counter sniper is all the rage around here so it seems
kidding, I concur with the Super Sniper
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hi all I am looking at a scope for less then $400.
At Gander they have a Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope.
What do you think?
</div></div>
You'll probably pay a 25% premium at Gander Mountain (plus local tax) unless they have a very good sale going on. In that budget, I would also look at the SWFA super snipers or Wotacs. You should also be able to find a nice Nikon in that range.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hi all I am looking at a scope for less then $400.
At Gander they have a Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope.
What do you think?
</div></div>
You'll probably pay a 25% premium at Gander Mountain (plus local tax) unless they have a very good sale going on. In that budget, I would also look at the SWFA super snipers or Wotacs. You should also be able to find a nice Nikon in that range.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
gander has a
Nikon® Buckmasters 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $309.99 on backorder
gander has a
Nikon® Buckmasters 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $309.99 on backorder
Re: First scope at $400 or less
I am partial to the WOTAC or rear focus supersniper, both in your budget, both great starter optics.
I am partial to the WOTAC or rear focus supersniper, both in your budget, both great starter optics.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
on swfa ss riflescope web site they got
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42M
$399.95
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42
$299.95
Lol what the diference of these scopes?
on swfa ss riflescope web site they got
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42M
$399.95
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42
$299.95
Lol what the diference of these scopes?
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">on swfa ss riflescope web site they got
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42M
$399.95
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42
$299.95
Lol what the diference of these scopes?
</div></div>
The $399 model has a side focus.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">on swfa ss riflescope web site they got
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42M
$399.95
SWFA SS 10x42 Tactical Riflescope
Stock # - SS10X42
$299.95
Lol what the diference of these scopes?
</div></div>
The $399 model has a side focus.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
which would be better the cheaper one with options or the more expensivfe with no options?
which would be better the cheaper one with options or the more expensivfe with no options?
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">which would be better the cheaper one with options or the more expensivfe with no options? </div></div>
The rear focus SS is fine, but I'm not sure you want a fixed 10X for hunting hogs in the woods ...
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">which would be better the cheaper one with options or the more expensivfe with no options? </div></div>
The rear focus SS is fine, but I'm not sure you want a fixed 10X for hunting hogs in the woods ...
Re: First scope at $400 or less
Acadamey & Gander = Zeiss Conquest 3 - 9 x 40 Riflescope $399.99
Acadamey & Gander = Zeiss Conquest 3 - 9 x 40 Riflescope $399.99
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Acadamey & Gander = Zeiss Conquest 3 - 9 x 40 Riflescope $399.99
</div></div>
Hunting hogs at night you may prefer an illuminated reticle. What about this: Bushnell Elite 4200 2.5-10? Plus you don't have to pay any tax ...
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Acadamey & Gander = Zeiss Conquest 3 - 9 x 40 Riflescope $399.99
</div></div>
Hunting hogs at night you may prefer an illuminated reticle. What about this: Bushnell Elite 4200 2.5-10? Plus you don't have to pay any tax ...
Re: First scope at $400 or less
Conquest or Bushnell elite are good value, you won't be dissapointed with either.
Conquest or Bushnell elite are good value, you won't be dissapointed with either.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">gander has a
Nikon® Buckmasters 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $309.99 on backorder </div></div>
I had this as my first riflescope, and it was a great scope. If I was just looking for hunting and not trying to shoot matches I would've had this scope for years.
I sold that scope and got a Falcon 4-14x FFP. It's been rock solid, and still performing like the day I got it. I don't imagine I'll have problems with it anytime to come, and it's still got a couple of years left on the warranty.
Now that the Vortex PST FFP's are starting to trickle out though I'll probably be upgrading to one of those and selling the Falcon. Not because the Falcon doesn't work, but because I've saved some money to upgrade and eventually I'd like something much nicer.
Of course a few years from now the Vortex will be making room for a NF F1, and then later on probably an S&B, but that's to far in the future to worry about.
For now for my money the Falcon has been an awesome scope.I don't hesitate to recommend them for that reason.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">gander has a
Nikon® Buckmasters 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope $309.99 on backorder </div></div>
I had this as my first riflescope, and it was a great scope. If I was just looking for hunting and not trying to shoot matches I would've had this scope for years.
I sold that scope and got a Falcon 4-14x FFP. It's been rock solid, and still performing like the day I got it. I don't imagine I'll have problems with it anytime to come, and it's still got a couple of years left on the warranty.
Now that the Vortex PST FFP's are starting to trickle out though I'll probably be upgrading to one of those and selling the Falcon. Not because the Falcon doesn't work, but because I've saved some money to upgrade and eventually I'd like something much nicer.
Of course a few years from now the Vortex will be making room for a NF F1, and then later on probably an S&B, but that's to far in the future to worry about.
For now for my money the Falcon has been an awesome scope.I don't hesitate to recommend them for that reason.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
The top 3 beginner scopes for deer/boar/target in the pine woods in texas for less than $400
1. acadamey $269.99 Bushnell Elite® 3200 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope
2. gander $309.99 Nikon® Buckmasters 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope (when they get them instock)
3. acadamey & gander $379.99 Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope
The top 3 beginner scopes for deer/boar/target in the pine woods in texas for less than $400
1. acadamey $269.99 Bushnell Elite® 3200 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope
2. gander $309.99 Nikon® Buckmasters 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope (when they get them instock)
3. acadamey & gander $379.99 Leupold VX-II 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope
Re: First scope at $400 or less
I have a Nikon Buckmaster 3-9 bdc on my 30-06 deer rifle. It isn't fancy but it is exactly what it was intended to be...
a good reliable hunting scope.
I have a Nikon Buckmaster 3-9 bdc on my 30-06 deer rifle. It isn't fancy but it is exactly what it was intended to be...
a good reliable hunting scope.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
http://swfa.com/Burris-35-10x50-Fullfield-30-European-30mm-Rifle-Scope-P10994.aspx
Or one of these other Burris closeouts that are priced below <span style="text-decoration: line-through">dealer</span> distributor cost.
http://www.opticstalk.com/major-savings-on-discontinued-close-out-burris_topic26571.html
http://swfa.com/Burris-35-10x50-Fullfield-30-European-30mm-Rifle-Scope-P10994.aspx
Or one of these other Burris closeouts that are priced below <span style="text-decoration: line-through">dealer</span> distributor cost.
http://www.opticstalk.com/major-savings-on-discontinued-close-out-burris_topic26571.html
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">In the pine woods of Texas
hunting hogs and deer amd targets </div></div>
Not sure where all these recommendations are coming from, but something more along the lines of a 2-7x32 Vortex, a fixed 6x Leupold, or a 3-9x40 4200 Bushnell or Zeiss would work better for this application. A 50 mm obj would only add weight and get in the way. A 2-7 new Redfield is a pretty decent scope for this kind of thing, and for $130 it's hard to justify spending more for a hunting scope.
A good red dot is effective way beyond 100 yards, and would work well at night...actually day or night, as hogs are frequently moving targets.
TC
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">In the pine woods of Texas
hunting hogs and deer amd targets </div></div>
Not sure where all these recommendations are coming from, but something more along the lines of a 2-7x32 Vortex, a fixed 6x Leupold, or a 3-9x40 4200 Bushnell or Zeiss would work better for this application. A 50 mm obj would only add weight and get in the way. A 2-7 new Redfield is a pretty decent scope for this kind of thing, and for $130 it's hard to justify spending more for a hunting scope.
A good red dot is effective way beyond 100 yards, and would work well at night...actually day or night, as hogs are frequently moving targets.
TC
Re: First scope at $400 or less
Anybody try the fixed 6 from super sniper yet. Thinking of one for my FNAR.
Anybody try the fixed 6 from super sniper yet. Thinking of one for my FNAR.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
I am also in the market for a sub $400.00 Scope, I was thinking about a Falcon Menace FFP, I think Swfa now carries them for around the 400 mark, but I am also considering just getting a Vortex crossfire the one that they advertise for 99.99. for the time being,so I can save for the scope I really want,The Vortex Viper FFP, and from what I understand Vortex has a unconditional lifetime warranty on their products
I am also in the market for a sub $400.00 Scope, I was thinking about a Falcon Menace FFP, I think Swfa now carries them for around the 400 mark, but I am also considering just getting a Vortex crossfire the one that they advertise for 99.99. for the time being,so I can save for the scope I really want,The Vortex Viper FFP, and from what I understand Vortex has a unconditional lifetime warranty on their products
Re: First scope at $400 or less
Midway, Nachez and Cabelas have close-outs on 3200 and 4200 Bushnells going right now.
Midway, Nachez and Cabelas have close-outs on 3200 and 4200 Bushnells going right now.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
WOTAC
Don't buy one!!! Not because of the quality but because of the CS. I have been without an optic on the wife's rifle since I sent it back in at the end of September 2010! He said he sent it when he replaced the one off of my rifle but it never showed. Then he said he would figure out where it went. He couldn't figure it out. So he said he was sending another. Two weeks after I asked where that one was, and he didn't know. I called the PO to see if it was sitting there but it wasn't. So he said that he was sending one via UPS (on Jan 5) so he could give me a tracking number and it was sitting for UPS to pick it up the next day and that was two weeks ago. Now I can't even get a return email. Buy a different optic
WOTAC
Don't buy one!!! Not because of the quality but because of the CS. I have been without an optic on the wife's rifle since I sent it back in at the end of September 2010! He said he sent it when he replaced the one off of my rifle but it never showed. Then he said he would figure out where it went. He couldn't figure it out. So he said he was sending another. Two weeks after I asked where that one was, and he didn't know. I called the PO to see if it was sitting there but it wasn't. So he said that he was sending one via UPS (on Jan 5) so he could give me a tracking number and it was sitting for UPS to pick it up the next day and that was two weeks ago. Now I can't even get a return email. Buy a different optic
Re: First scope at $400 or less
I my self have been in the market for a scope I have currently a 6x24x40mm mil dot. bushnell 4200 elite sitting atop a savage 30-06 good for shooting prairie dogs at 800 yards I rencently picked up another savage model 12 and am setting it up for pd's as well chambered in 223. for cost and coyotes dont care how fast 52 grainer that hit him was goin im looking at spending some money but is a mil mil scope better? i would like a side focus ive heard good about the ss scopes but i dont want a fixed power any suggestions would be great from the guys that do this everyday thanks
I my self have been in the market for a scope I have currently a 6x24x40mm mil dot. bushnell 4200 elite sitting atop a savage 30-06 good for shooting prairie dogs at 800 yards I rencently picked up another savage model 12 and am setting it up for pd's as well chambered in 223. for cost and coyotes dont care how fast 52 grainer that hit him was goin im looking at spending some money but is a mil mil scope better? i would like a side focus ive heard good about the ss scopes but i dont want a fixed power any suggestions would be great from the guys that do this everyday thanks
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Would a 50 mm lens give me more light & view area then 40 mm? </div></div>
No. Better glass with better coatings will give you more light, and you'll only see the difference at twilight.
View area, or field of view, FOV, is mostly a function of power...
lower = bigger...
A 3x scope, or a variable set at 3x will have a larger field of view than when set at a higher power.
TC
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Would a 50 mm lens give me more light & view area then 40 mm? </div></div>
No. Better glass with better coatings will give you more light, and you'll only see the difference at twilight.
View area, or field of view, FOV, is mostly a function of power...
lower = bigger...
A 3x scope, or a variable set at 3x will have a larger field of view than when set at a higher power.
TC
Re: First scope at $400 or less
There are Nikon Buckmasters with Mil reticles avaiable like this:
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=760482
The reticle is a little thick and to shoot out to 1000 yards you need to put it on a 20moa base, but this is what I would get for $300. My Buckmaster has great glass and is rock solid reliable.
There are Nikon Buckmasters with Mil reticles avaiable like this:
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=760482
The reticle is a little thick and to shoot out to 1000 yards you need to put it on a 20moa base, but this is what I would get for $300. My Buckmaster has great glass and is rock solid reliable.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://swfa.com/Burris-35-10x50-Fullfield-30-European-30mm-Rifle-Scope-P10994.aspx
Or one of these other Burris closeouts that are priced below <span style="text-decoration: line-through">dealer</span> distributor cost.
http://www.opticstalk.com/major-savings-on-discontinued-close-out-burris_topic26571.html </div></div>
That seems like a heck of a deal, it's everything you wanted, too.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://swfa.com/Burris-35-10x50-Fullfield-30-European-30mm-Rifle-Scope-P10994.aspx
Or one of these other Burris closeouts that are priced below <span style="text-decoration: line-through">dealer</span> distributor cost.
http://www.opticstalk.com/major-savings-on-discontinued-close-out-burris_topic26571.html </div></div>
That seems like a heck of a deal, it's everything you wanted, too.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">In the pine woods of texas
hunting hogs and deer amd targets</div></div>
I see no need for 50 obj with that range. Thus the realm of your options with 3-9x40 opens up tremendously. For your price I rarely see anything recommended more than the Zeiss Conquest. However I wouldn't jump on that before checking out stuff like the Burris Euro recommendation from SWFA.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dark Raven David</div><div class="ubbcode-body">In the pine woods of texas
hunting hogs and deer amd targets</div></div>
I see no need for 50 obj with that range. Thus the realm of your options with 3-9x40 opens up tremendously. For your price I rarely see anything recommended more than the Zeiss Conquest. However I wouldn't jump on that before checking out stuff like the Burris Euro recommendation from SWFA.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
Here is the scope that I was going to be putting on my Savage 10PC... that is, prior to my wife giving me $500 that she has been saving for me to get a new Vortex PST!!
DK
http://swfa.com/Hawke-45-14x42-Sidewinder-Tactical-30mm-Riflescope-P44553.aspx
Here is the scope that I was going to be putting on my Savage 10PC... that is, prior to my wife giving me $500 that she has been saving for me to get a new Vortex PST!!
DK
http://swfa.com/Hawke-45-14x42-Sidewinder-Tactical-30mm-Riflescope-P44553.aspx
Re: First scope at $400 or less
It is alot of scope with alot of nice features for the price range you are talking about... and it would do all that you are intending to do with it and more.
DK
It is alot of scope with alot of nice features for the price range you are talking about... and it would do all that you are intending to do with it and more.
DK
Re: First scope at $400 or less
get a wotac
great cs (not sure why guy above has had an issue)
fixed 10 SUCKS.....it seems to be a bandwagon on here with a lot of people...and i don't know why, but the wotac gives you 4-14...the glass is clear, and it's a decent reticle.
get a wotac
great cs (not sure why guy above has had an issue)
fixed 10 SUCKS.....it seems to be a bandwagon on here with a lot of people...and i don't know why, but the wotac gives you 4-14...the glass is clear, and it's a decent reticle.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
oh, and if you want another option...look into a mueller APT....i LOVE mine on my .22lr....i paid $130 shipped and it's not missed a beat in 2 years
oh, and if you want another option...look into a mueller APT....i LOVE mine on my .22lr....i paid $130 shipped and it's not missed a beat in 2 years
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://swfa.com/Burris-35-10x50-Fullfield-30-European-30mm-Rifle-Scope-P10994.aspx
Or one of these other Burris closeouts that are priced below <span style="text-decoration: line-through">dealer</span> distributor cost.
http://www.opticstalk.com/major-savings-on-discontinued-close-out-burris_topic26571.html </div></div>
THIS!
Super prices on these closeout Burris scopes.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SWFA</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://swfa.com/Burris-35-10x50-Fullfield-30-European-30mm-Rifle-Scope-P10994.aspx
Or one of these other Burris closeouts that are priced below <span style="text-decoration: line-through">dealer</span> distributor cost.
http://www.opticstalk.com/major-savings-on-discontinued-close-out-burris_topic26571.html </div></div>
THIS!
Super prices on these closeout Burris scopes.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
I think a fixed 10 power would be terrible for hunting. Fine for target shooting. But when he mentions hog hunting I can't imagine putting a ss 10x on that.
I think a fixed 10 power would be terrible for hunting. Fine for target shooting. But when he mentions hog hunting I can't imagine putting a ss 10x on that.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Blackops_2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Vortex Viper.. </div></div>
+1 on this. The glass on the Viper is great for the price. Great quality and at $399.00 it is right in your budget. I have a VXIII and a Viper, glass is very comparible to one another and it is <span style="font-weight: bold">way</span> better than that of my 16XSS. And, yes, the warranty is unconditional, lifetime, transferable, forever.
Oh and the Crossfire.....well while its "nice" for the money
once you look through a Viper, you'll want to use the Crossfire to support your targets....I'm just say'n....
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Blackops_2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Vortex Viper.. </div></div>
+1 on this. The glass on the Viper is great for the price. Great quality and at $399.00 it is right in your budget. I have a VXIII and a Viper, glass is very comparible to one another and it is <span style="font-weight: bold">way</span> better than that of my 16XSS. And, yes, the warranty is unconditional, lifetime, transferable, forever.
Oh and the Crossfire.....well while its "nice" for the money
Re: First scope at $400 or less
Just a suggestion, but take a look at a discontinued Nitrex by Weaver TR2 2-10x42 scope at www.natchezss.com Final price on it after $100 Nitrex rebate is $150 plus shipping. This scope is basically a Weaver Super Slam scope and same power Super Slam sells for about $390. Have a couple of the Nitrex TR2s with higher magnification and they both have some really good Japanese optics in them. Only gripe I've read about the TR2 models is their weight...not a scope you'd want for a light carry rifle.
Just a suggestion, but take a look at a discontinued Nitrex by Weaver TR2 2-10x42 scope at www.natchezss.com Final price on it after $100 Nitrex rebate is $150 plus shipping. This scope is basically a Weaver Super Slam scope and same power Super Slam sells for about $390. Have a couple of the Nitrex TR2s with higher magnification and they both have some really good Japanese optics in them. Only gripe I've read about the TR2 models is their weight...not a scope you'd want for a light carry rifle.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
If you want a traditional no-nonsense hunting scope (in the same league as the Leupold 3-9 you were looking at), the Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 is great. It's only $400 right now, and it has glass that is head and shoulders above anything in that price range. No lit reticle, no huge objective, it's just a great scope.
If you want a traditional no-nonsense hunting scope (in the same league as the Leupold 3-9 you were looking at), the Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 is great. It's only $400 right now, and it has glass that is head and shoulders above anything in that price range. No lit reticle, no huge objective, it's just a great scope.
Re: First scope at $400 or less
Thanks everybody for there post.
I goning to go look at my local Academy for
Bushnell Elite® 3200 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope with firefly.
It has a glowing duplex that will help in low light.
$269.99
Thanks everybody for there post.
I goning to go look at my local Academy for
Bushnell Elite® 3200 3 - 9 x 50 Riflescope with firefly.
It has a glowing duplex that will help in low light.
$269.99
