Rifle Scopes Need a scope for a 223 700

[danheller88]

I am looking for a scope for a basic 223 700. Pretty much want to teach my cousin to shoot. He can shoot quite well, but now it is time to get him understanding mil/mil or moa/moa. I have always done moa myself, however I feel I am going to make the transition over to mil.

Any suggestions on an optic for this rifle? It will be mostly shot between 100-200 yards(90%of the time), with the occasional pushouts to 500(for the other 10%). Would like to keep it on the "cheaper" side since it will be a "training" rifle. I am thinking $400-700, new or used.

 

[sib1948]

I'd say get a fixed SWFA SS in 10X mil/mil. DONE!

 

[diggler1833]

SWFA fixed or a Bushnell 10x fixed. Well under your price limit, and both are pretty proven cheaper scopes.

 

[Ol Rob]

Vortex PST in 2x10. Or 4x16

 

[jkonzal]

+1 for the Vortex 4-16.

 

[JAAM12]

Weaver Grand Slam Rifle Scope 4.5-14x 40mm Adjustable Objective

Regards

 

[fireEMT5]

SS fixed power, 3-9, or 3-15. Keep an eye out on SWFA sample list or the for sale section here. All within your budget.

 

[BravoSierra]

I like 15 power on the top end when shooting 5-600 yards with .223. vortex HS 5x15 mil mil or whatever the new one is shoot work. Also look at the SWFA SS offering. I like the 5x15 they have, but may be pushing the limit of your budget.