Rifle Scopes No dots?

[Jrey85]

Ok, I have been put on hold for a new scope for now. I have a scope that has no dots on the reticle, is there any way to calculate for holdover with it. The reticle does get wider after a bit, is that a certain distance. My scope is a Leupold 3.5-10x40. I will be tested for 200 & 300 yd holdover and this is making me a little nervous.

 

[fdkay]

Yes, a duplex reticle can be used for holdovers and range estimation.
You would have to call Leupold to get the subtensions.

 

[KTDLS7]

Go to:
http://pdf.textfiles.com/manuals/FIREARMS/leupold_vari-x_series.pdf
The subtension is explained on PDF page 25.

 

[Rob01]

It can be used but won't be ideal or near as accurate as having more points of reference in the reticle. If you really needed to do alot of hod over/unders then I would see about getting the reticle swapped or selling it and getting another scope with a usable reticle.

 

[Jrey85]

Thanks guys just found it. It's 16" from subtention to center at 200 yds. Not sure how that helps for holdover but for range estimation I do.

 

[KTDLS7]

As Rob implied, that's a little tough for holdovers due to no graticules - pretty coarse using the post to crosshair. One other caution, you are dealing with an SFP optic. The "16 in at 200 yds" will vary with the power setting.

If you are dead-set on using this scope, work out a chart as DFOOSKING suggested, but keep in mind to check at different power settings to validate linearity. Also, verify the distance is actually 100 yds - measure it with a tape / chain from reticle to target. I credit Lindy for this tip to ensure accuracy.

If this is too much work, get a scope with a graduated reticle and matching turret.