Rifle Scopes Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

[DedicatedShooter]

I just picked up an awesome Mk12 that my buddy built and I need to put another scope on it. I have my other NF 5.5-22x56 on it but it's just way too big. I am torn between a 3.5-15x50 and a 2.5-10x32 NF. This rifle is my back up gun to my .308 bolt gun so I only need it to get out to 600yds, maybe 800 for fun occasionally. It will be used for close range shooting as well, depending on what situations arise during a match. If you shot or are familiar with some of the back up gun stages at Mammoth, you'll have an idea of what I am going to use this rifle for.

I am wondering if I would be happy with the light weight and size of the 10x scope or will I be wanting more magnification??

 

[NGCSUGrad09]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

The Nightforce 2.5-10x family is at home on an SPR.

 

[DedicatedShooter]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NGCSUGrad09</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The Nightforce 2.5-10x family is at home on an SPR. </div></div>

That's what I'm thinking....

 

[VJJPunisher]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

a NF on a MK12 is blashpemy

 

[DedicatedShooter]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: VJJPunisher</div><div class="ubbcode-body">a NF on a MK12 is blashpemy </div></div>

Please elaborate...According to Mk12.net, the Navy uses the NF 2.5-10x24 on their Mod1's.

And since I'm an MOA guy, leupy's don't work for me.

 

[BCP]

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I've had a 2.5-10 IOR FFP, 3-9 super sniper FFP and 3-9 leupie VXR and I've used a few Luepie m3 and NF 2.5-10s.

Not factoring in cost I like the NF and IOR the best. Factor in cost and I like the SS.

I try to like Leupold but whenever I get one I either break it or find it has flaws that I can't seem to get around.

 

[oubeta]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

put the 2.5-10x24 on it if you can find one.
Took me a year to find the one I wanted with the NVG settings.
Mine is to spec

 

[DedicatedShooter]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

I'm definitely leaning towards the 2.5-10x32....now I've got to find one!!

 

[FltMed13]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

Hey, I apologize, not meaning to hijack the thread, what do I look for to find out if a NF x24 or a x32 (supposedly) is NOD capable?

 

[PRDRIVER]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

The NF 2.5-10X32 gets my vote.

 

[NeoItaly]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

The NF 2.5-10X32 gets my vote.

 

[Mirnyx]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

If having an authentic build is important your options are limited. I would bolt on a 3.5-15x50 and call it good.

 

[oubeta]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

Some of the x24's had night vision settings.
They are almost impossible to find.
I looked for a year before i found one for my MK12 build.

 

[NGCSUGrad09]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

NVG settings on a Nightforce compact are identified with two half moon shapes above the off setting on the illumination rheostat.

 

[DedicatedShooter]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

Authenticity isn't what I'm going for...but the 10x NF is definitely what I'm going to buy... Hopefully a good used one comes up in the for sale thread

 

[FltMed13]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NGCSUGrad09</div><div class="ubbcode-body">NVG settings on a Nightforce compact are identified with two half moon shapes above the off setting on the illumination rheostat. </div></div>

Thanks for that information. Now I at least know what to look for...

 

[nhm16]

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I have a Mk12 Mod0 build in progress.

I didn't think the "correct" Leupold (MR/T 2.5-8x36 or LR/T 3.5x10-40) were worth the money (since there are several scopes I would rather get for the money) nor did I actually want to spend that amount of money, so I ended up getting a VX-R Patrol 3-9x40. Got one at a great price on the group buy here.

 

[gunsmithcat]

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What they said, NF Compacts with NVG settings are the shiznit.
You see two extra illumination settings the opposite direction of off.
I'm lucky to have snagged one from High caliber over a year ago. Should have snagged two..:T

 

[SSG3K]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

The mod1 on top is getting the 2.5-8-36 Leupold just waiting. In my opinion the 3-12 SB is perfect not to big and can get you out there.

 

[DedicatedShooter]

Re: Argh! Need help on optic choice for Mk12 SPR

Thanks for the help y'all. I just ordered a 2.5-10x32 NXS with the NP-R2 to put on my MOD 0. Can't wait!