Rifle Scopes ideal reticle for 16" 308 gas gun

[lj_1187]

I've decided to run my 16" sr25 in a dmr role. I like the leupold mk 6 3-18 scopes. And I can get a nice discount on one. Im a newbie to this type of shooting, but I plan to take a few classes when it gets warmer out. The horus reticles seem easy to use, but a lot of guys seem to like the tmr as well (which is now available with their new turrets and illuminated reticle). Which direction would you guys go with the scope/reticle if you were in my shoes?

 

[goodmanfj]

I am using the G2 Ret , works great, Go to you tube and look up Bushnell dmr for vids from GAP

 

[pmclaine]

MSR has a scouty/snipery feel to it that is more than just tacticool. I have an H2CMR and like it for its simplicity yet it can still mil down to the degree of the MSR right on the crosshair.

 

[Redmanss]

DMR role? Something simple... We're talking fast employment in a dynamic(ish) environment. On my 16" .308 I swap between a S&B 3-12x50 PMII P4F and a Leupold 1.1-8 CQBSS with the M-TMR, each in GDI mounts. Neither are exactly ideal (carried over from other rifles, not purpose purchased), but they do work very well.

With Leupold, I wouldn't stray away from TMR or standard mil-dot even. I would also give the velocity reticles from Nightforce a look as well. Match it up to your load and you can employ it rapidly at distances, while still having the capability to dial when necessary or preferred.

 

[lj_1187]

Im looking at the h59, tremor2, and maybe going the other way with an illuminated tmr. If I went with the h59 I would not get the nice low profile locking turrets. Any advice for a newbie looking to fill the intended role of this rifle?

 

[CST]

New nightforce 2.5-10 a dr.optic or a trijicon mounted ( or irons) mounted at 45 degrees

 

[Crosshair]

New Gap-spec'd G2H looks very cool.

 

[VJJPunisher]

Counter sniper double drop double aiming reticle

 

[Tact999]

Counter sniper double drop double aiming reticle

Funny......

 

[Ledzep]

I have the TMR in my 3-18x Mk6. It's the only reticle option I even considered from the Mk6 line up. It's very light weight/compact for the magnification range, and I have no real complaints about the glass, except it catches a lot of glare at 15-18x looking anywhere near the direction of the sun.

For a DMR platform I'd look at the 2.5-10x offerings from Nightforce. I've grown emotionally attached to mine (see VJJ's avatar picture). Pick a mil or MOA based reticle you like and you'll be happy.

I am not a fan of the Hor(rible)us reticles.