Rifle Scopes Thoughts on Vortex Viper 2x7

[Deltagunner00]

Looking for a midrange hunting optic and I think this may be a good fit for a 450 Bushmsaster deer rifle. Pretty good deal it seems for $200

I have a Vortex Viper 6.5 x 20 on a custom 308 and like it a lot.

Anybody on here have anything good to say about them?

Thanks,

 

[42769vette]

Re: Thoughts on Vortex Viper 2x7

ive got one i love, i dont know why they discontinued it. i saw one forsale used on here not long ago

 

[fireEMT5]

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I also have one on a .22. Nice little scope for the money that has worked flawlessly.

http://www.cameralandny.com/optics/vortex.pl?page=vortexviper2-7x32

 

[chemist1]

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I have one on my 17 hmr and love it. My buddy has 2 one on a 223 and the other on a 22-250. They are great scopes for the price. The glass is very clear and they track very well.

 

[Deltagunner00]

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I know i will love the glass clarity and how well its built, just hope I dont regret not having more magnification. Should be fine since the weapon is limited to 250 yds.

 

[chemist1]

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Clarity goes a long way. I can make out 17 holes at 150 yards with mine.

 

[JDF_GSP]

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I actually just sold the one i was using on my coyote calling AR. They are a pretty good bargain, I have no complaints about the one I had. Took a coyote last year at 400 yards with it, so for the ranges you are planning on taking it you will be fine.

 

[MontanaMarine]

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I have a VV 3-9x40 with the BDC reticle, it's a nice scope. I wouldn't hesitate on the 2-7x, for an AR it should be a good fit.

 

[DPRoberts]

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I really enjoy mine on my AR. Glass quality is solid, adjustments work well, and its a great size. My one big gripe is the BDC reticle is a bit thick for shooting at small targets. I believe its 1 MOA thick. Otherwise, Its nice and quick on 2x and 7x is plenty forgiving. For a short to mid range hunting rifle it'll fit the bill perfectly.

Obligatory gun porn:

 

[hahco]

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It is a good scope that is worth about the price paid I would say. I have one on a savage 10 PC in .308. Have used it to take a couple of deer. The scope is made in the Philippines, which I think is the same source for the Nikon Prostaff line. I would describe it as a solid scope. Not a cheapo, but you can definitely get more if you pay more. I appreciate that it has decent eye relief.

I find 7x to be somewhat inadequate when trying to shoot really small groups at 100 yds with a heavy barrel rifle. on the other hand, leaving this scope at 6x is just about ideal for most of the deer hunting i do.

 

[The Busby]

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They make a great scope. I have a PST FFP 4-16. The glass is clear and the warranty is unbeatable.

 

[Russ D]

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I run one on an AR and love it as a nice intermediate optic for hunting.

 

[Deltagunner00]

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Recommendations on mounts?

 

[Russ D]

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AR type rifle? Larue.