I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are?
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Re: Nightforce Scopes, so many for sale
A lot of people are upgrading to the high speed and zero stop models and selling the older non HS and ZS is easier and cheaper than getting one upgraded. Also times are tuff and the toys are the first thing to go. I have a couple of them and couldn't be happier with them.
A lot of people are upgrading to the high speed and zero stop models and selling the older non HS and ZS is easier and cheaper than getting one upgraded. Also times are tuff and the toys are the first thing to go. I have a couple of them and couldn't be happier with them.
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If you get one make sure it it set up how you want.
NF is backed up and who knows when they will be able to configure a used scope. Glad I called because the reticle I wanted changed is not even available anymore "NP-1". Called around and found one still in stock.
If you get one make sure it it set up how you want.
NF is backed up and who knows when they will be able to configure a used scope. Glad I called because the reticle I wanted changed is not even available anymore "NP-1". Called around and found one still in stock.
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I've sold a few S&B and NF scopes on this board and my reasons were pretty much exactly what was mentioned above. I wish I could've kept my S&B scopes but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do.
I've sold a few S&B and NF scopes on this board and my reasons were pretty much exactly what was mentioned above. I wish I could've kept my S&B scopes but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do.
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I wish they would make a scope with FFP on their 5.5-22 with a Horus style reticle. Also, I don`t like when you turn up the power knob the whole eyepiece turns. Maybe they will next year.
I wish they would make a scope with FFP on their 5.5-22 with a Horus style reticle. Also, I don`t like when you turn up the power knob the whole eyepiece turns. Maybe they will next year.
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Funny, I was thinking the same thing about the SWFA SS 5-20X50 scopes...but then I realized that there were some that were just trying to make a buck.
Funny, I was thinking the same thing about the SWFA SS 5-20X50 scopes...but then I realized that there were some that were just trying to make a buck.
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I have eleven NF scopes. All but a couple have been the HS/ZS models or upgraded to those features. Some were purchased inexpensively on SH that had the reticle I wanted and I just sent them in for HS?ZS upgrade and some were purchased here with those options already there.
For the $$, I just don't think you can beat their overall quality.
I have eleven NF scopes. All but a couple have been the HS/ZS models or upgraded to those features. Some were purchased inexpensively on SH that had the reticle I wanted and I just sent them in for HS?ZS upgrade and some were purchased here with those options already there.
For the $$, I just don't think you can beat their overall quality.
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Would not hesitate to buy a Razor. I have one of the new Viper PST FFP scopes and am very impressed with it. Vortex is a great company to deal with. Maybe best CS in optics.
Would not hesitate to buy a Razor. I have one of the new Viper PST FFP scopes and am very impressed with it. Vortex is a great company to deal with. Maybe best CS in optics.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
A lot of folks are realizing the advantages of first focal plane scopes. The F1 is staying but sold the 2 NF SFP 5.5-22x56's I had even though they are a great scope.
I kept my NF 2.5-10x24 because I don't like low power FFP scopes.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
A lot of folks are realizing the advantages of first focal plane scopes. The F1 is staying but sold the 2 NF SFP 5.5-22x56's I had even though they are a great scope.
I kept my NF 2.5-10x24 because I don't like low power FFP scopes.
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They are popular because they are fairly reasonably priced for the quality. Once you step up in quality, the price is also significantly higher. There are so many NF scopes for ales because of the bad economy.
They are popular because they are fairly reasonably priced for the quality. Once you step up in quality, the price is also significantly higher. There are so many NF scopes for ales because of the bad economy.
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Bad economy.
Impulse buys by people who don't shoot more than 25 rounds a year.
New flavor of the month with the HS/ZS models.
The want of FFP scopes over SFP
Some just have scope ADD....they are never happy (I thought at one time i was in this catagory).
I love my NF scopes, however I have branched out a bit and gave a couple others a try. I bought the new Mark 4 with the M5 turrets and MLR recticle in FFP and I love it. I'm not even about to say its better than another scope, that's all opinion, but I'm extremely pleased with it thus far. I also picked up a SSHD in FFP. I've only fondled it thus far. The rifle it is going on should be back from the Smith tomorrow hopefully and it will get mounted up. I hope it performs well. It will be on the gun I will be shooting matches with.
I'd love to see a FFP 5.5-22 NF, but that may or may not ever become a reality. If they could produce that and still keep it at or below $2K with the quality they've been known for, it'd be a awesome scope that was somewhat affordable by folks. However, you can't please everyone so who knows what the future holds.
Take advantage of all the used NF's for sale. Scoop one up at a good price. You'll be more than pleased with it and even better if it's at a good price. As said above, get one with the turrets/recticle that YOU want that way your not trying to sell it 3-6 months after you buy it.
Bad economy.
Impulse buys by people who don't shoot more than 25 rounds a year.
New flavor of the month with the HS/ZS models.
The want of FFP scopes over SFP
Some just have scope ADD....they are never happy (I thought at one time i was in this catagory).
I love my NF scopes, however I have branched out a bit and gave a couple others a try. I bought the new Mark 4 with the M5 turrets and MLR recticle in FFP and I love it. I'm not even about to say its better than another scope, that's all opinion, but I'm extremely pleased with it thus far. I also picked up a SSHD in FFP. I've only fondled it thus far. The rifle it is going on should be back from the Smith tomorrow hopefully and it will get mounted up. I hope it performs well. It will be on the gun I will be shooting matches with.
I'd love to see a FFP 5.5-22 NF, but that may or may not ever become a reality. If they could produce that and still keep it at or below $2K with the quality they've been known for, it'd be a awesome scope that was somewhat affordable by folks. However, you can't please everyone so who knows what the future holds.
Take advantage of all the used NF's for sale. Scoop one up at a good price. You'll be more than pleased with it and even better if it's at a good price. As said above, get one with the turrets/recticle that YOU want that way your not trying to sell it 3-6 months after you buy it.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
I don't know if there are any more for sale than nomal this time of year.
Just because you see Nightforce, doesn't mean that they are all the same, as was already stated, you need to find the one that is set up the way you want it. I spent $320. dollars upgrading to High speed turrets and zero stop, so it is not a cheap upgrade.
With the economy the way it is, the Gun/Guy toy market is a little soft, which means it is a great time to buy a quality rifle or scope.
SScott
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
I don't know if there are any more for sale than nomal this time of year.
Just because you see Nightforce, doesn't mean that they are all the same, as was already stated, you need to find the one that is set up the way you want it. I spent $320. dollars upgrading to High speed turrets and zero stop, so it is not a cheap upgrade.
With the economy the way it is, the Gun/Guy toy market is a little soft, which means it is a great time to buy a quality rifle or scope.
SScott
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
They are every bit as good as they say they are.
Maybe folks need the money, or they want different features, but that's no reflection on the quality of the scopes.
I've sold a couple of NF lately, but only because I needed the $$ for a different scope with different features. I'd gladly buy back both of them for what I sold them for when I need that type of scope again.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
They are every bit as good as they say they are.
Maybe folks need the money, or they want different features, but that's no reflection on the quality of the scopes.
I've sold a couple of NF lately, but only because I needed the $$ for a different scope with different features. I'd gladly buy back both of them for what I sold them for when I need that type of scope again.
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I don't see it other than normal commerce.
Different reasons for different people both the reason they buy and the reason others sell.
Some may need the money ~ it is a high ticket item.
Some are upgrading.
Some are just looking for a deal.
The reason there may seem that there are so many is a testament to their popularity and nothing more than that.
Great scope and high demand means lots of transactions.
I don't see it other than normal commerce.
Different reasons for different people both the reason they buy and the reason others sell.
Some may need the money ~ it is a high ticket item.
Some are upgrading.
Some are just looking for a deal.
The reason there may seem that there are so many is a testament to their popularity and nothing more than that.
Great scope and high demand means lots of transactions.
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I just decided to put a nightforce on my 338 rum so if anyone knows of someone selling a zerostop 8*32*50
I just decided to put a nightforce on my 338 rum so if anyone knows of someone selling a zerostop 8*32*50
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are?</div></div>
The number of a manufacturers scopes for sale in the used section is a good indication of the number of those scopes in existence and a poor indication of how well liked they are. People buy and sell scopes for a multiplicity of reasons. In my experience the reason is rarely that they don't like the optic.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are?</div></div>
The number of a manufacturers scopes for sale in the used section is a good indication of the number of those scopes in existence and a poor indication of how well liked they are. People buy and sell scopes for a multiplicity of reasons. In my experience the reason is rarely that they don't like the optic.
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people upgrading and people wanting a different reticle is what i see mostly. i wish guys would call and spend some time talking to me about options. i think we can all agree not getting the correct reticle is an expensive mistake
people upgrading and people wanting a different reticle is what i see mostly. i wish guys would call and spend some time talking to me about options. i think we can all agree not getting the correct reticle is an expensive mistake
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: pitch fork</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just decided to put a nightforce on my 338 rum so if anyone knows of someone selling a zerostop 8*32*50 </div></div>
Careful, the 8-32 has much, much less elevation than the 5.5-22, and you'll likely max out your turret before you max out those 300gr high-BC bullets...even on a 20 or 30moa base. My TRG42 has this issue, even with 250gr Scenars.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: pitch fork</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just decided to put a nightforce on my 338 rum so if anyone knows of someone selling a zerostop 8*32*50 </div></div>
Careful, the 8-32 has much, much less elevation than the 5.5-22, and you'll likely max out your turret before you max out those 300gr high-BC bullets...even on a 20 or 30moa base. My TRG42 has this issue, even with 250gr Scenars.
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The following is personal opinion and subject to dispute.
I think one of the issues for Nightforce right now is that they only offer one FFP scope, it is in the well north of $2000 range, and they don't offer a 5-20 range scope there, only a 3.5-15.
Most of the NF scopes out there are SFP NXS, and whether they need it or not most of the folks here eventually decide they want a FFP scope. The result is a lot of NXS scopes get sold to fund upgrades. On top of that it looks to me like the NXS scopes are getting some serious price pressure. Look at used NXS scopes here, they don't jump off the page. I don't think NF can afford to produce a sub $2000 FFP scope, because if they do they'll crush their SFP NXS line.
I also think that the SS and Bushnell HDMR FFP offerings, particularly the reticles offered in the HDMR, in the $1600 price range are going to hurt them more. Those are damned good FFP scopes for less money than a NF SFP. I said it in another thread, but right now I wouldn't trade my new SS 5-20 for any comparable NXS, and I run a NF 32BR on my F-TR rifle so it's not like I've never used a NF.
The following is personal opinion and subject to dispute.
I think one of the issues for Nightforce right now is that they only offer one FFP scope, it is in the well north of $2000 range, and they don't offer a 5-20 range scope there, only a 3.5-15.
Most of the NF scopes out there are SFP NXS, and whether they need it or not most of the folks here eventually decide they want a FFP scope. The result is a lot of NXS scopes get sold to fund upgrades. On top of that it looks to me like the NXS scopes are getting some serious price pressure. Look at used NXS scopes here, they don't jump off the page. I don't think NF can afford to produce a sub $2000 FFP scope, because if they do they'll crush their SFP NXS line.
I also think that the SS and Bushnell HDMR FFP offerings, particularly the reticles offered in the HDMR, in the $1600 price range are going to hurt them more. Those are damned good FFP scopes for less money than a NF SFP. I said it in another thread, but right now I wouldn't trade my new SS 5-20 for any comparable NXS, and I run a NF 32BR on my F-TR rifle so it's not like I've never used a NF.
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For extreme long distance shooting, I prefer FFP. The problem with nightforce is their FFP scope is too low power. We shoot at distances to about 2800yds and at that distance you have to have at least 20 power or more. When you have reticle on SFP, let`s say the 8x32 power and the power is set at 26 because of mirage, then the lines in the scope are not a true Mil apart. They make great scopes but I wish they would make their 5.5x22 FFP with a 34mm tube to have at least 30mil adjustment in turret.
For extreme long distance shooting, I prefer FFP. The problem with nightforce is their FFP scope is too low power. We shoot at distances to about 2800yds and at that distance you have to have at least 20 power or more. When you have reticle on SFP, let`s say the 8x32 power and the power is set at 26 because of mirage, then the lines in the scope are not a true Mil apart. They make great scopes but I wish they would make their 5.5x22 FFP with a 34mm tube to have at least 30mil adjustment in turret.
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Optics & feature differences for me. The NF NXS 2.5-10x32 was my first high-end scope & I skimmed on ZS, HS and FFP. I still have this scope along with 2 USO 3.2-17x and 1 USO 1-4x - once I had the USO FFP-EREK experience, I never looked back. To me, glass is also that much better. I just moved the NF to a new field rifle, but already know I will be trolling for a USO 1.8-10x down the line and sell the NF. For me, this is another issue that got me reeling during a marksmanship course during which I used the NF--their variable up to 10x only comes in a dinky 32mm objective & no parallax!
Not my intention to offend anyone, but once you option out a NF, it's more expensive than similarly spec'ed but better scopes. At the price point of a basic build NF, I would rather buy a loaded Vortex PST or Leupold Mk 4.
Optics & feature differences for me. The NF NXS 2.5-10x32 was my first high-end scope & I skimmed on ZS, HS and FFP. I still have this scope along with 2 USO 3.2-17x and 1 USO 1-4x - once I had the USO FFP-EREK experience, I never looked back. To me, glass is also that much better. I just moved the NF to a new field rifle, but already know I will be trolling for a USO 1.8-10x down the line and sell the NF. For me, this is another issue that got me reeling during a marksmanship course during which I used the NF--their variable up to 10x only comes in a dinky 32mm objective & no parallax!
Not my intention to offend anyone, but once you option out a NF, it's more expensive than similarly spec'ed but better scopes. At the price point of a basic build NF, I would rather buy a loaded Vortex PST or Leupold Mk 4.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hamstur</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Optics & feature differences for me. The NF NXS 2.5-10x32 was my first high-end scope & I skimmed on ZS, HS and FFP. I still have this scope along with 2 USO 3.2-17x and 1 USO 1-4x - once I had the USO FFP-EREK experience, I never looked back. To me, glass is also that much better. I just moved the NF to a new field rifle, but already know I will be trolling for a USO 1.8-10x down the line and sell the NF. For me, this is another issue that got me reeling during a marksmanship course during which I used the NF--their variable up to 10x only comes in a dinky 32mm objective & no parallax!
Not my intention to offend anyone, but once you option out a NF, it's more expensive than similarly spec'ed but better scopes. At the price point of a basic build NF, I would rather buy a loaded Vortex PST or Leupold Mk 4. </div></div>
Everyone's got an opinion. I tried out a USO 3.2-17 and couldn't believe people are happy with that scope; sold it and bought another NF. Just goes to show that you should try as many out before you settle on a scope.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hamstur</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Optics & feature differences for me. The NF NXS 2.5-10x32 was my first high-end scope & I skimmed on ZS, HS and FFP. I still have this scope along with 2 USO 3.2-17x and 1 USO 1-4x - once I had the USO FFP-EREK experience, I never looked back. To me, glass is also that much better. I just moved the NF to a new field rifle, but already know I will be trolling for a USO 1.8-10x down the line and sell the NF. For me, this is another issue that got me reeling during a marksmanship course during which I used the NF--their variable up to 10x only comes in a dinky 32mm objective & no parallax!
Not my intention to offend anyone, but once you option out a NF, it's more expensive than similarly spec'ed but better scopes. At the price point of a basic build NF, I would rather buy a loaded Vortex PST or Leupold Mk 4. </div></div>
Everyone's got an opinion. I tried out a USO 3.2-17 and couldn't believe people are happy with that scope; sold it and bought another NF. Just goes to show that you should try as many out before you settle on a scope.
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We are getting a lot of guy that what to trad-in their used NF scopes so they can get a Hi-Speed & 0-Stop or just the Hi-Speed.
If they upgrade their old one it’s going to take months and hundreds of $$$ to do it so they opt to buy a new NF scope for a little more.
We have NF Scopes in stock so if we can be of help just let me know.
Mike @ CST
We are getting a lot of guy that what to trad-in their used NF scopes so they can get a Hi-Speed & 0-Stop or just the Hi-Speed.
If they upgrade their old one it’s going to take months and hundreds of $$$ to do it so they opt to buy a new NF scope for a little more.
We have NF Scopes in stock so if we can be of help just let me know.
Mike @ CST
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 71firebird400</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Everyone's got an opinion. I tried out a USO 3.2-17 and couldn't believe people are happy with that scope; sold it and bought another NF. Just goes to show that you should try as many out before you settle on a scope. </div></div>
You know what, this has me thinking: about a month ago, I got the chance to shoot 7 rounds thru a McM TAC-50 topped with a NF 5.5-22x Mildot out to 1000 yards and it was decent. I wouldn't mind trying that scope for an entire shooting day if FFP were an option. Wonder if the sour taste is a result of the NF 2.5-10x, and my current want of variable 10x on 2 rifles.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 71firebird400</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Everyone's got an opinion. I tried out a USO 3.2-17 and couldn't believe people are happy with that scope; sold it and bought another NF. Just goes to show that you should try as many out before you settle on a scope. </div></div>
You know what, this has me thinking: about a month ago, I got the chance to shoot 7 rounds thru a McM TAC-50 topped with a NF 5.5-22x Mildot out to 1000 yards and it was decent. I wouldn't mind trying that scope for an entire shooting day if FFP were an option. Wonder if the sour taste is a result of the NF 2.5-10x, and my current want of variable 10x on 2 rifles.
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I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards.
I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards. </div></div>
Never really understood "layaway"....why not just save up the money yourself and go buy the scope you want?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards. </div></div>
Never really understood "layaway"....why not just save up the money yourself and go buy the scope you want?
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 71firebird400</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards. </div></div>
Never really understood "layaway"....why not just save up the money yourself and go buy the scope you want? </div></div>
MP5's need mags, 308's need bullets, etc..
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 71firebird400</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards. </div></div>
Never really understood "layaway"....why not just save up the money yourself and go buy the scope you want? </div></div>
MP5's need mags, 308's need bullets, etc..
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 71firebird400</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards. </div></div>
Never really understood "layaway"....why not just save up the money yourself and go buy the scope you want? </div></div>
MP5's need mags, 308's need bullets, etc.. </div></div>
But why not just put money away yourself each month instead of making "payments"? I just don't get it.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 71firebird400</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JelloStorm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've always wanted an NXS 3-15 mil and don't care about ZS, HS or FFP since I'm just, and always will be, paper punching.
But was just never able to pony up the funds to get one with all the projects I got going on. Too bad companies don't offer more layaway options for those of us that choose to never use credit cards. </div></div>
Never really understood "layaway"....why not just save up the money yourself and go buy the scope you want? </div></div>
MP5's need mags, 308's need bullets, etc.. </div></div>
But why not just put money away yourself each month instead of making "payments"? I just don't get it.
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I really like the NF HS & ZS options and have pretty much switched all mine over. I have mostly 5.5-22, along with one 3.5x15 and a 12-42 BR model. I have no issue with ranging because I know that the 5.5-22 reticle is matched for 22X. I also have no problem seeing the reticle at any power. That is my rub with FFP. They reticles get so small at lower power that I just can't see them well.
I really like the NF HS & ZS options and have pretty much switched all mine over. I have mostly 5.5-22, along with one 3.5x15 and a 12-42 BR model. I have no issue with ranging because I know that the 5.5-22 reticle is matched for 22X. I also have no problem seeing the reticle at any power. That is my rub with FFP. They reticles get so small at lower power that I just can't see them well.
Re: Nightforce Scopes, so many for sale
The same reason why there are so many AI and Gap rifles for sale,because people need cash to live on, not guns...
The same reason why there are so many AI and Gap rifles for sale,because people need cash to live on, not guns...
Re: Nightforce Scopes, so many for sale
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: steve123</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
A lot of folks are realizing the advantages of first focal plane scopes. The F1 is staying but sold the 2 NF SFP 5.5-22x56's I had even though they are a great scope.
I kept my NF 2.5-10x24 because I don't like low power FFP scopes. </div></div>
But you know it's amazing that the Europeans have been offering FFP scopes as standard for years. I can't help wonder that the manufacturers are now charging a premium price for FFP scopes just because it is the fad.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: steve123</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: excaliber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am getting ready to purchase a high end scope, but I have noticed so many Nightforce scopes for sale. What is the reasons for getting rid of if they are good as they say they are? </div></div>
A lot of folks are realizing the advantages of first focal plane scopes. The F1 is staying but sold the 2 NF SFP 5.5-22x56's I had even though they are a great scope.
I kept my NF 2.5-10x24 because I don't like low power FFP scopes. </div></div>
But you know it's amazing that the Europeans have been offering FFP scopes as standard for years. I can't help wonder that the manufacturers are now charging a premium price for FFP scopes just because it is the fad.
Re: Nightforce Scopes, so many for sale
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">But you know it's amazing that the Europeans have been offering FFP scopes as standard for years. I can't help wonder that the manufacturers are now charging a premium price for FFP scopes just because it is the fad.</div></div>
I'm afraid there's too much competition for anyone to be able to just charge what they want. It's true that in Europe, scopes have traditionally been FFP, but the funny thing is that the current "fad" for hunting scopes in Europe is SFP. Besides that, a high zoom ratio tactical FFP scope is somewhat more of a design challenge than what was state of the art as a hunting scope 20 years ago.
You can find some thoughts on why FFP is more expensive than SFP in many cases here.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">But you know it's amazing that the Europeans have been offering FFP scopes as standard for years. I can't help wonder that the manufacturers are now charging a premium price for FFP scopes just because it is the fad.</div></div>
I'm afraid there's too much competition for anyone to be able to just charge what they want. It's true that in Europe, scopes have traditionally been FFP, but the funny thing is that the current "fad" for hunting scopes in Europe is SFP. Besides that, a high zoom ratio tactical FFP scope is somewhat more of a design challenge than what was state of the art as a hunting scope 20 years ago.
You can find some thoughts on why FFP is more expensive than SFP in many cases here.
Re: Nightforce Scopes, so many for sale
I have a number of Zeiss, Swarovski and S&B hunting scopes, while these scopes were expensive at the time they are nothing compared to what people are paying for tactical scopes today. There's no denying people are prepared to pay a premium for anything that is tacticool. S&B's Precision line of hunting scopes are a case in point, good magnification range, FFP, mildot reticle, side focus and yet they are a $1000 - 1500 cheaper than their police marksman line. Just an observation.
I have a number of Zeiss, Swarovski and S&B hunting scopes, while these scopes were expensive at the time they are nothing compared to what people are paying for tactical scopes today. There's no denying people are prepared to pay a premium for anything that is tacticool. S&B's Precision line of hunting scopes are a case in point, good magnification range, FFP, mildot reticle, side focus and yet they are a $1000 - 1500 cheaper than their police marksman line. Just an observation.
Re: Nightforce Scopes, so many for sale
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> S&B's Precision line of hunting scopes are a case in point, good magnification range, FFP, mildot reticle, side focus and yet they are a $1000 - 1500 cheaper than their police marksman line. Just an observation.</div></div>
They are 4x zoom hunting scopes with non-capped hunting turrets with 3.5 Mils of elevation available. If that fits your needs, that's fine, but from an engineering point of view, it's a different animal than a tactical scope. If you want the capabilities of a modern tactical scope, you will have to pay for it, no matter the manufacturer.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> S&B's Precision line of hunting scopes are a case in point, good magnification range, FFP, mildot reticle, side focus and yet they are a $1000 - 1500 cheaper than their police marksman line. Just an observation.</div></div>
They are 4x zoom hunting scopes with non-capped hunting turrets with 3.5 Mils of elevation available. If that fits your needs, that's fine, but from an engineering point of view, it's a different animal than a tactical scope. If you want the capabilities of a modern tactical scope, you will have to pay for it, no matter the manufacturer.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: David S.</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It's true that in Europe, scopes have traditionally been FFP, but the funny thing is that the current "fad" for hunting scopes in Europe is SFP. </div></div>
That would make sense, in most hunting situations there's no need for the functionality of an FFP scope.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: David S.</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It's true that in Europe, scopes have traditionally been FFP, but the funny thing is that the current "fad" for hunting scopes in Europe is SFP. </div></div>
That would make sense, in most hunting situations there's no need for the functionality of an FFP scope.
