Poll : Rimfire NRL / PRS Scopes. $1-2K

[700plm]

I tried to keep it between USD $1-2K & between 5-2x magnification
if you want to compare reticles :

TORIC UHD 4.5-30X56 34mm MRAD ELR FFP Rifle Scope

This extreme long range rifle scope is specifically designed for the shooter looking to maximize the performance of his cartridge.

tractoptics.com

Nexus Gen 2 - Element Optics | Premium Riflescopes & Optics

The GEN II takes the DNA of the first generation NEXUS and pushes it to another level with a 4-25x Magnification, a new Turret System and Digital Illum...

element-optics.com

Precision Scope Cronus BTR APRS1 FFP MIL | Athlon Optics

A titan in long range precision, the Cronus BTR GEN2 is an excellent precision scope whether you are a long range hunter or PRS competitor.

athlonoptics.com

SIII Precision Long RangeFFP 6-24x50 Zero Stop

Built for precision long range target shooting up to and exceeding 1000 yards. Sightron's SIII PLR 10-50x60 first focal plane reticle Long Range rifle scope with Zero-stop delivers superior optics and accuracy when it counts.

sightron.com

Razor HD LHT 4.5-22x50 FFP

Please Select Reticle | 30mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

6-36x56 Scope - Elite Tactical XRS3 | Bushnell

BU-ETXRS3EQL, ETXRS3EQL, 6-36x56 XRS3 Black Elite Tactical ED-Prime Obj. EQL Reticle, Box, Elite Tactical 6-36x56 XRS3 scope EQL Reticle

www.bushnell.com

XTR III Illuminated 5.5-30x56mm | Burris Optics

www.burrisoptics.com

Nightforce NXS 5.5-22x50 Zero Stop MOAR C433 - Nightforceusa.com

www.nightforceusa.com

NX8 - 4-32x50mm F1 - Nightforce Optics

A vast magnification range, with superb clarity and resolution at every step, means that one riflescope will give you a world of versatility and confidence in any situation.

www.nightforceoptics.com

comment if you'd like me to add a scope I missed

 

[Csafisher]

Pick up a used nx8 with the mil-xt reticle. Or if you’re lucky you can pick up a razor g3 for 2000-2100.

 

[dscl]

Athlon Cronus BTR Gen2 UHD 4.5-29x56

Edit - It's already there in your listing, but not your poll

 

[themightytimmah]

I have a used K624i I picked up for around $1800 on my Vudoo. Great, super crisp glass, good eye box, great tracking, good turret feel.

Clear enough I can spot my own shots at all reasonable 22 distances - my Athlon ETR wouldn’t do it past around 75 yards on paper on my eyes, without a shoot n c.

 

[redneckbmxer24]

I’d buy an NX8 or MK5 over any of those and they can be had under $2K new.

 

[700plm]

added NX8, fixed Cronus

 

[dscl]

Athlon Cronus BTR Gen2 UHD 4.5-29x56

Edit - It's already there in your listing, but not your poll

And the Cronus can be found pretty regularly in the 1200-1300 range new.

 

[Rob01]

How far you plan to shoot? Available elevation will come into play if going 400+. Also do not get anything SFP for the sport. Only FFP.

Out of your list I would go with the Tract. Has a great reticle and a good amount of elevation but if you needed more look at the Tract 4-25x50 as it has 47mils of elevation. Just decide if you need the magnification or elevation. I had a 4.5-30 before the 4-25x came out and it was a good scope. If you can get mil/le discounts you can save more.

 

[700plm]

Athlon Cronus BTR Gen2 UHD 4.5-29x56

Edit - It's already there in your listing, but not your poll

And the Cronus can be found pretty regularly in the 1200-1300 range new.

The issue with the Cronus is the reticle, it might be an issue for hold overs,
NX8 Mil-XT , Elite tactical EQL reticle, Element APR-2D MRAD are much better

 

[beetroot]

Burris XTR3i, all else being equal I say go for the widest FOV, also depth of field and apparent FOV all help in the PRS/NRL game

Unless you specifically need a particular feature or spec (close parallax, lots of elevation etc) I'd be going XTR3.

 

[Team RCBS & Bushnell]

6-36x56 XRS3 for rimfire? Nah. 50-yard minimum parallax on it. 3.5-21x50 DMR3 gets you down to 25 yards though.

 

[GIXXER2000]

I use the Tract 4.5-30X56 on my Vudoo and really like it.

 

[FuhQ]

XTR-III 5.5-30x56, Zeiss LRP S3 4-25x50, or a lightly used Kahles K624i (if you can find one under $2K).

 

[dscl]

The issue with the Cronus is the reticle, it might be an issue for hold overs,
NX8 Mil-XT , Elite tactical EQL reticle, Element APR-2D MRAD are much better

Never had an issue myself

 

[NewsShooter]

I like the Cronus, have three, love the reticles, but now I'd get the Burris XTRIII. Better FOV, glass is good, price is probably the best for what you get in a nice scope.

 

[Lightning8]

I am using the XTRIII 5.5x30 for PRS22 and NRL22. Great scope for money. XTRIII 3-18 works too

 

[xxerexx]

Xtr pros are regularly under 2k from reputable vendors (i.e. eurooptics). I've been using mine (scr2 1/4mil) for over a year in nrl22/prs.

 

[Jefe's Dope]

Mil-XT reticle is outstanding.

I'd also look at the Ziess S3. It has an insane amount of elevation travel. I've dialed several well beyond the advertised value. 1.5 MIL more than advertised if memory serves. You might find one on sale or used around $2K. The reticle looks to be very good but I have zero experience using one in the field. The glass in also very good.

 

[Rob01]

Yup the Zeiss S3 is an excellent choice if you can find one used or if you are on Expertvoice and can get one under a $2K. I have used my two a lot and they are an excellent optic for matches.