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tnhillbilly
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« on: October 05, 2011, 02:59:15 am » |
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Bought my boy a 308 and aint got around to buying a scope for it yet.
So my question is..... what is the best AFFORDABLE scope, that will hold up.
I despise to shoot thru a scope so I dont know much about them. I was considering a Nikon.
What say you?
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tnhillbilly
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« Reply #1 on: October 05, 2011, 03:00:45 am » |
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« Reply #2 on: October 05, 2011, 04:22:09 am » |
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I shoot a 308 and I have a Bushnell 3x9x50 Banner Elite on it. I have had it on for a while now with no problems. I mainly use it for night hunting and long range shots. They run around 120 at academy.
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okboarhunter
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« Reply #3 on: October 05, 2011, 05:37:21 am » |
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Bushnell Elite 3200
I think Burris has a ballistic plex that not to bad
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Reuben
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« Reply #4 on: October 05, 2011, 10:31:43 am » |
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nikon 3x9 by 50 is a good deal at walmart... can order it online
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Training dogs is not about quantity, it's more about timing, the right situations, and proper guidance...After that it's up to the dog...
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Critter Catcher
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« Reply #5 on: October 05, 2011, 10:53:16 am » |
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Nikon Monarch 3x9x42..excellent scope real brilliant in low light when the big boys come out to play
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« Reply #7 on: October 05, 2011, 11:28:39 am » |
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Leupold would be the best quality at the cheapest amount. You get what you pay for.
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« Reply #8 on: October 05, 2011, 11:38:10 am » |
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I have a little bit of everything when it comes to scopes.
Swarovski
Kahles
Leupold
Simmons
etc...
My favorite scope is a 6-20x50 Leupold VXIII Long Range Target 30mm with the Varmint Reticle (~$1,000.00), a close second is the $99.00 Simmons Whitetail Classic 6-20x50. The Swarovski and Kahles are nice, but past the point of diminishing returns in my opinion, great scopes, but I won't buy another.
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« Reply #9 on: October 05, 2011, 01:49:43 pm » |
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Nikon Prostaff for the money, you can get them from $100 to $200 depending on which one. I've been pleased with all my Nikons
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« Reply #10 on: October 05, 2011, 05:25:19 pm » |
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Iv shot with leupold, simmons, burris, tasco n swaraski. The leupold is hands down the clearest for the price. I got an extra 1 sitn collectn dust. Its a leupold vxii or iii, cant remember. It cost a lil ovr 400 new n has duplex reticles, with 2 mildots at bottom for bdc. I bought a leupold mk4 m1 tactical 4.5-14x50 n changed out that spare scope. If ur planin on doin low light shots, get a 50mm objective with 30mm tube to gather as much light as possible, n ur field of view is wider also. If ur not shootn long range or low light, i wouldnt drop down less than a 40mm lens. We all hav diff purposes for our scopes, just depends on ur use for them n price range. Oh iv heard bsa aint to bad for the price, just wont take a lot pounding n getn thrown around
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Reuben
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« Reply #11 on: October 05, 2011, 06:49:41 pm » |
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leupold gold ring varix ?? 3.5x10x50 is really a good scope. I have had it for over 23 years and my favorite...
if you can get a scope with a 30mm tube it will gather more light. I also have a simmons 4x12x44 that seems to be a nice scope that I just bought and if it does well I will get the 6x18x50 in simmons for my next gun...Simmons is American made and reasonably priced.
Speaking of American made, Gerber knives are American made and are of high quality and hold an edge...the prices are fair...
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« Reply #12 on: October 05, 2011, 06:58:47 pm » |
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LEUPOLD ALL THE WAY...YOU WONT REGRET IT  |
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tnhillbilly
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« Reply #13 on: October 05, 2011, 07:53:23 pm » |
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I'm in between Leopold and nikon. Around the $250-300 range. Not had much luck with tasco or Simmons.
Me and my son will both be using it for deer. Would like to be able to reach out 600 yds but don't get that very often up here.
Thanks for all the advise, ill take all i can. I just want something that I can consistently hit the bullseye with.
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« Reply #14 on: October 05, 2011, 07:57:27 pm » |
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I love my nikon also have a burris and it is good also.
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« Reply #15 on: October 06, 2011, 12:42:19 pm » |
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Tom if you can shop around for a little while....I would try to find a used Leupold, I've used most of the cheaper scopes like you said and you just get what you pay for. I have a Meopta now that is hands down the best scope for the money, in my opinion, but they're a bit more than you want to spend. I bought a used Leupold a few years ago from a gun shop here for $300 I think it was....3-10X50.....tough as whet leather....can't beat one for the money, however Nikon seems to be a good scope also.
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« Reply #16 on: October 06, 2011, 09:43:13 pm » |
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Burris Extreme Tactical scopes are the best bang for the buck in my opinion. I love Burris scopes. I've got several Nightforce scopes and they are top of the line but a burris xtr is half the price and just as functional and dependable. I have two 3-12x50s with the lighted reticle. Leupolds are good too. Whatever you get just know that the scope is no better than the rings and bases you use. I like Burris Extreme Tactical rings or talley rings. The Burris xtr rings are a beast with 6 screwws in each ring. The Talleys are very very well made rings that you'll never have to worry about. I'm a firm believer that your scope should cost atleast as much as your rifle.
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« Reply #17 on: October 06, 2011, 10:31:25 pm » |
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Nikon Prostaff
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rdjustham
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« Reply #18 on: October 07, 2011, 03:18:14 am » |
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Which ever scope you decide check out Natchezss.com Ive gotten a couple scopes from them. they have all different name brands (leupold, simmons, bushnell etc.) at GREAT prices.
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« Reply #19 on: October 07, 2011, 04:36:42 am » |
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If you are not looking to spend a fortune, check out the Bushnell elites. I put a 3200 on my sons rifle last year and have been verry pleased with it. It is a good quality scope at a reasonable price. Clearer than my Burris and gathers as much light with a smaller objective.
Also check out samplelist. It is a websight that sells refurbished and demo scopes. I have not purchased anything from them myself but some of my coworkers have and seem to be happy with them.
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