I am in the middle of building my new ALL purpose rife, going to be a beautiful 30-.06 Rem 700. Going to be used for putting down paper, game, zombies etc. I am having a hard time deciding on a scope though. I am in the military, so not much of a budget. Wondering what ya'll think. I need a good, clear, durable (looking a some multi-day trips), decently priced scope. Thanks guys.
Rifle Scopes Building a nail driver
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Re: Building a nail driver
prolly Vortex PST or Sightron SIII, or ? Lowlight's reviewed a few others in the lower dollar realm........
ciao
prolly Vortex PST or Sightron SIII, or ? Lowlight's reviewed a few others in the lower dollar realm........
ciao
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http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...e=26#Post153447
1. read stickies
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...e=26#Post153447
1. read stickies
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Yes you should read stickies BUT the information on that sticky is opinionated. First before recommending a scope I think it is important I ask what experience you have with scopes? Example are use to variable magnification or fixed power? What is your knowledge of how scopes function and so on because if you don't have a back ground in optics it might not be advantageous to purchase a scope with alot of features. If you rather feel free to PM me.
Yes you should read stickies BUT the information on that sticky is opinionated. First before recommending a scope I think it is important I ask what experience you have with scopes? Example are use to variable magnification or fixed power? What is your knowledge of how scopes function and so on because if you don't have a back ground in optics it might not be advantageous to purchase a scope with alot of features. If you rather feel free to PM me.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: blakheaven</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yes you should read stickies BUT the information on that sticky is opinionated. </div></div>
Opinions on an internet forum....... you don't say..........
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: blakheaven</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yes you should read stickies BUT the information on that sticky is opinionated. </div></div>
Opinions on an internet forum....... you don't say..........
Re: Building a nail driver
So...what's the budget? For a general purpose rifle, a 3-9X40 is usually a good all around range of power.
So...what's the budget? For a general purpose rifle, a 3-9X40 is usually a good all around range of power.
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My budget is under $1000. I cant afford any of those NF, USO, ect. I found a Burris (no, not the eliminator, thats cheating)that is really nice. But I am looking for suggestions.
My budget is under $1000. I cant afford any of those NF, USO, ect. I found a Burris (no, not the eliminator, thats cheating)that is really nice. But I am looking for suggestions.
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Take a look at the Vortex site. The Viper PST series may interest you. If you see something you may like email them and ask about their mil/leo discount program.
Also if you pay attention to the classifieds there will be some NF scopes pop up that are not to far out of your range.
Take a look at the Vortex site. The Viper PST series may interest you. If you see something you may like email them and ask about their mil/leo discount program.
Also if you pay attention to the classifieds there will be some NF scopes pop up that are not to far out of your range.
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My recommendation is this: After reading these suggestions, call a few of the site sponsors. I have dealt with Liberty Optics. Scott knows his gear and his optics. He is not the only vendor here, but that is my own personal experience. I can offer no conjecture as to other dealers.
Also, don't rule out the For Sale section. I nabbed a screaming deal on a NF scope for just a few hundred over what you are looking at spending.
I also own a few others including Sightron. If I was to stay UNDER $1000, I would have a serious look at their Big Sky line and the SIII line.
My recommendation is this: After reading these suggestions, call a few of the site sponsors. I have dealt with Liberty Optics. Scott knows his gear and his optics. He is not the only vendor here, but that is my own personal experience. I can offer no conjecture as to other dealers.
Also, don't rule out the For Sale section. I nabbed a screaming deal on a NF scope for just a few hundred over what you are looking at spending.
I also own a few others including Sightron. If I was to stay UNDER $1000, I would have a serious look at their Big Sky line and the SIII line.
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Well if you are fixed power man you might want to look at Super Sniper scopes. Under a thousand, clear glass, good low light visibility (for the price) and has a military contract, and all for under 1000. http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-20x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P502.aspx
Well if you are fixed power man you might want to look at Super Sniper scopes. Under a thousand, clear glass, good low light visibility (for the price) and has a military contract, and all for under 1000. http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-20x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P502.aspx
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If you watch out on the for sale forums, you can get a good deal on a really good scope for $1K. I recently sold a no frills Nightforce 2.5-10X32 for just under $1K. If a tough scope with good glass is what you're after, you can find a 2.5-10X32 Nightforce. At that price, it likely won't have zero stops, but it will be a Nightforce none the less.
If you watch out on the for sale forums, you can get a good deal on a really good scope for $1K. I recently sold a no frills Nightforce 2.5-10X32 for just under $1K. If a tough scope with good glass is what you're after, you can find a 2.5-10X32 Nightforce. At that price, it likely won't have zero stops, but it will be a Nightforce none the less.
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There is a USO st-10 for 950 atm in the optics for sell category.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...359#Post2360359
There is a USO st-10 for 950 atm in the optics for sell category.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...359#Post2360359
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If you are in the military, call Sylvia at Schmidt and Bender and get a quality scope. PM2 4-16 non illuminated with your choice of reticle. I prefer the horus H58. You might be able to get one for around $2200 thats a guess. I have been wrong before.
I know it's out of your proposed budget, but if you want unfailing reliability, great glass, and something to drive tacks with, suck it up and wait a bit. Go sell blood, or even do gay porn. It's just a job, lots of people hate their jobs, but if it get you a Quality scope the first time it might be worth it.
I personally wouldn't do gay porn for a 4-16 S & B, but I might take it into consideration for a 5-25!
Point being, we can make do with lower quality equipment, but if you are building the best "a tack driver" get the best.
If you are in the military, call Sylvia at Schmidt and Bender and get a quality scope. PM2 4-16 non illuminated with your choice of reticle. I prefer the horus H58. You might be able to get one for around $2200 thats a guess. I have been wrong before.
I know it's out of your proposed budget, but if you want unfailing reliability, great glass, and something to drive tacks with, suck it up and wait a bit. Go sell blood, or even do gay porn. It's just a job, lots of people hate their jobs, but if it get you a Quality scope the first time it might be worth it.
I personally wouldn't do gay porn for a 4-16 S & B, but I might take it into consideration for a 5-25!
Point being, we can make do with lower quality equipment, but if you are building the best "a tack driver" get the best.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: J.J. McQuade</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> If you are in the military, call Sylvia at Schmidt and Bender and get a quality scope. PM2 4-16 non illuminated with your choice of reticle. I prefer the horus H58. You might be able to get one for around $2200 thats a guess. I have been wrong before.
I know it's out of your proposed budget, but if you want unfailing reliability, great glass, and something to drive tacks with, suck it up and wait a bit. Go sell blood, or even do gay porn. It's just a job, lots of people hate their jobs, but if it get you a Quality scope the first time it might be worth it.
I personally wouldn't do gay porn for a 4-16 S & B, but I might take it into consideration for a 5-25!
Point being, we can make do with lower quality equipment, but if you are building the best "a tack driver" get the best. </div></div> This is a first for me lol never heard of anyone suggesting to get a job at gay porn for a rifle scope lol gotta love them compromises haha
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: J.J. McQuade</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> If you are in the military, call Sylvia at Schmidt and Bender and get a quality scope. PM2 4-16 non illuminated with your choice of reticle. I prefer the horus H58. You might be able to get one for around $2200 thats a guess. I have been wrong before.
I know it's out of your proposed budget, but if you want unfailing reliability, great glass, and something to drive tacks with, suck it up and wait a bit. Go sell blood, or even do gay porn. It's just a job, lots of people hate their jobs, but if it get you a Quality scope the first time it might be worth it.
I personally wouldn't do gay porn for a 4-16 S & B, but I might take it into consideration for a 5-25!
Point being, we can make do with lower quality equipment, but if you are building the best "a tack driver" get the best. </div></div> This is a first for me lol never heard of anyone suggesting to get a job at gay porn for a rifle scope lol gotta love them compromises haha
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you can usually pick up a Used USO ST-10 or ST-6 in this price range off the classifieds.
Nothing wrong with a fixed power, most my hunting scopes are fixed 4's and 6's and my tactical optic is an ST-10
you can usually pick up a Used USO ST-10 or ST-6 in this price range off the classifieds.
Nothing wrong with a fixed power, most my hunting scopes are fixed 4's and 6's and my tactical optic is an ST-10
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dbateman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Base model ST-10 is $985brand new
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true but how many "base model" USO scopes have you ever seen
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dbateman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Base model ST-10 is $985brand new
true but how many "base model" USO scopes have you ever seen
