Anyone had good luck with the bushy spotter with the mill hash reticle?
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Its a nice unit for the money
Its a nice unit for the money
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Thanks thats what I was hoping for. Found one new will order along with manfroto tripod
Thanks thats what I was hoping for. Found one new will order along with manfroto tripod
Re: bushnell spotting scope with reticle
Where?
Where?
Re: bushnell spotting scope with reticle
I would say.
I would say.
Re: bushnell spotting scope with reticle
http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Excursion...pd_rhf_gw_p_t_1
Its on Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Excursion...pd_rhf_gw_p_t_1
Its on Amazon
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I would make darn sure that is in stock before buying. I'm a Bushnell dealer & tried to do a Group Buy on the "new" Excursion spotter a little over a year ago & literally went through hell with them before they decided to cancel the model at the 11th hour.
IF that is a new unit, then it is "new, old stock" that somebody has found. This model hasn't been available from Bushnell in over a year...
I would make darn sure that is in stock before buying. I'm a Bushnell dealer & tried to do a Group Buy on the "new" Excursion spotter a little over a year ago & literally went through hell with them before they decided to cancel the model at the 11th hour.
IF that is a new unit, then it is "new, old stock" that somebody has found. This model hasn't been available from Bushnell in over a year...
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Its showing 2 left in stock and I have an order conf
Its showing 2 left in stock and I have an order conf
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SPEAK338</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Its showing 2 left in stock and I have an order conf </div></div>
I checked out the link & I'm not saying it isn't legit. I'm just saying to VERIFY that what is being offered there is indeed available. Also, I'd want to make sure it is 100% brand new & not a return or refurb.
I wish you nothing but the best of luck!
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SPEAK338</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Its showing 2 left in stock and I have an order conf </div></div>
I checked out the link & I'm not saying it isn't legit. I'm just saying to VERIFY that what is being offered there is indeed available. Also, I'd want to make sure it is 100% brand new & not a return or refurb.
I wish you nothing but the best of luck!
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Anyone know the quality on those? Been looking for a spotting scope and this caught my eye!
Anyone know the quality on those? Been looking for a spotting scope and this caught my eye!
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I was a lucky purchaser, I was told it was actually pulled out of the box, and hand and eye inspected before shipping it. The power ring is very very hard to adjust on mine. Its bright and clear, no fuzzy around the edge or color distortion. I like mine and it would take a good chunk of coin for me to sell it because nothing out there will replace it. If it is actually in stock and avail, get it. But it very well could be a return, blem, second, what ever.
edit, I talked to my Bushnell rep about 3 months ago and they have no plan to bring it back.
I was a lucky purchaser, I was told it was actually pulled out of the box, and hand and eye inspected before shipping it. The power ring is very very hard to adjust on mine. Its bright and clear, no fuzzy around the edge or color distortion. I like mine and it would take a good chunk of coin for me to sell it because nothing out there will replace it. If it is actually in stock and avail, get it. But it very well could be a return, blem, second, what ever.
edit, I talked to my Bushnell rep about 3 months ago and they have no plan to bring it back.
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Been looking for one of these for ages! So whats the verdict? New old stock?
Been looking for one of these for ages! So whats the verdict? New old stock?
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As of today I have not had a shipping confirmation yet will keep you guys posted
As of today I have not had a shipping confirmation yet will keep you guys posted
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Here is a few images of the one I had. For the money you can't beat it. Unfortunately I've had 3 and it took the 3rd one before I finally got a good one. The problem is, something inside starts coming apart, causing spots/hairs through the view.
I will say this, if you have a problem with it, and you want to keep a spotter with reticle, don't dare ship back to Bushnell. These spotters do come with the Lifetime Warraty but since Bushnell no longer produces this anymore, there fix is to send you the Excursion, type model, w/o reticle, as the replacement. No questions asked. They want even try to repair it. I sent 2 different ones to them, because of the spots/hairs, and on both occasions they sent the non reticle replacement model.
This was my experience with them, so others might have had better luck. I will say this, the 3rd one I got, which is the one pictured above, was excellent. No spots/hairs. The FOV was good. And the functions were great. The tripod is a little chessy but that's what they make manfrotto a for, right? Hope this helps.
Here is a few images of the one I had. For the money you can't beat it. Unfortunately I've had 3 and it took the 3rd one before I finally got a good one. The problem is, something inside starts coming apart, causing spots/hairs through the view.
I will say this, if you have a problem with it, and you want to keep a spotter with reticle, don't dare ship back to Bushnell. These spotters do come with the Lifetime Warraty but since Bushnell no longer produces this anymore, there fix is to send you the Excursion, type model, w/o reticle, as the replacement. No questions asked. They want even try to repair it. I sent 2 different ones to them, because of the spots/hairs, and on both occasions they sent the non reticle replacement model.
This was my experience with them, so others might have had better luck. I will say this, the 3rd one I got, which is the one pictured above, was excellent. No spots/hairs. The FOV was good. And the functions were great. The tripod is a little chessy but that's what they make manfrotto a for, right? Hope this helps.
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Thanks for the pics makes me want it even more now.
Thanks for the pics makes me want it even more now.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SPEAK338</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks for the pics makes me want it even more now. </div></div>
I'm wanting one too but I'm not liking the idea of getting a bad copy since what old stock that might be out there could most likely be a return for being defective.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SPEAK338</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks for the pics makes me want it even more now. </div></div>
I'm wanting one too but I'm not liking the idea of getting a bad copy since what old stock that might be out there could most likely be a return for being defective.
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same here..
same here..
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I have been looking for one of these for a while now too. It seems like whenever a used one pops up it is sold instantly. Looking around the web I found that the Bushnell Australian website still shows that they have reticle models available. I tried getting in touch with their CS but have had no luck so far. Not sure if the website is just outdated or they are just not offering to the US market.
http://www.bushnellaustralia.com.au/productpages/Scopes/SpottingScopes/Excursion_SpottingScopes.html
I have been looking for one of these for a while now too. It seems like whenever a used one pops up it is sold instantly. Looking around the web I found that the Bushnell Australian website still shows that they have reticle models available. I tried getting in touch with their CS but have had no luck so far. Not sure if the website is just outdated or they are just not offering to the US market.
http://www.bushnellaustralia.com.au/productpages/Scopes/SpottingScopes/Excursion_SpottingScopes.html
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This is good to know. Amazon shows an expected ship date of Oct. 30. Well see
This is good to know. Amazon shows an expected ship date of Oct. 30. Well see
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I received a shipping notice today, should have it tuesday.
Well see if its the right one, and if its worth having.
I received a shipping notice today, should have it tuesday.
Well see if its the right one, and if its worth having.
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please let us know..imma bout to pull the trigger on one too..thanks
please let us know..imma bout to pull the trigger on one too..thanks
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I love mine... Mine is mildot but the same thing. If I had to replace it I'd probably have to make a tough choice between the USO Field Scope or the similar to the Busnell Leupold setup... The Busnell is a wonderful price point for what you get. Granted I think I only paid 425 for mine.
I love mine... Mine is mildot but the same thing. If I had to replace it I'd probably have to make a tough choice between the USO Field Scope or the similar to the Busnell Leupold setup... The Busnell is a wonderful price point for what you get. Granted I think I only paid 425 for mine.
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I received the manfroto tripod today, Wow what a nice piece of gear.
Waiting on the ball head and scope now.
I received the manfroto tripod today, Wow what a nice piece of gear.
Waiting on the ball head and scope now.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Snyper</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
I will say this, if you have a problem with it, and you want to keep a spotter with reticle, don't dare ship back to Bushnell. These spotters do come with the Lifetime Warraty but since Bushnell no longer produces this anymore, there fix is to send you the Excursion, type model, w/o reticle, as the replacement. No questions asked. They want even try to repair it. I sent 2 different ones to them, because of the spots/hairs, and on both occasions they sent the non reticle replacement model.
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This is why I am loathe to send back mine for repair (the rubber has debonded from both the focus and zoom rings...too much shooting in the cold I guess). Bushnell makes a decent product, especially in the price point/features arena, but their customer service leaves a LOT to be desired.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Snyper</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
I will say this, if you have a problem with it, and you want to keep a spotter with reticle, don't dare ship back to Bushnell. These spotters do come with the Lifetime Warraty but since Bushnell no longer produces this anymore, there fix is to send you the Excursion, type model, w/o reticle, as the replacement. No questions asked. They want even try to repair it. I sent 2 different ones to them, because of the spots/hairs, and on both occasions they sent the non reticle replacement model.
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This is why I am loathe to send back mine for repair (the rubber has debonded from both the focus and zoom rings...too much shooting in the cold I guess). Bushnell makes a decent product, especially in the price point/features arena, but their customer service leaves a LOT to be desired.
Re: bushnell spotting scope with reticle
clean the rubber and ring with alcohol. tightens up a bit as the adhesive seems to get greasy
clean the rubber and ring with alcohol. tightens up a bit as the adhesive seems to get greasy
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Great mil-dot spotter for the price, have had one for couple years now
Great mil-dot spotter for the price, have had one for couple years now
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Well it showed up today and it is the model with the mill hash reticle!
I placed it on the new ball head of the manfroto tripod and started to play around with.
the magnification ring feels fine, but the focus knobs rubber ring slips against the metal underneath it. If you squeeze it tighter it works ok but its not right.
I took it outside to try it, and its not bad. I run Leupold scopes on my rifles but have never spent a lot of money on a spotter. I have a Barska Blackhawk ED and I hate to say it but the glass on the Barska is better. There's not as much funk around the edges.
But the Bushnell has the reticle and I like that feature and its why I decided to try it.
I will take it to the range this weekend and update after that.
Thanks for the help.
Steve
Well it showed up today and it is the model with the mill hash reticle!
I placed it on the new ball head of the manfroto tripod and started to play around with.
the magnification ring feels fine, but the focus knobs rubber ring slips against the metal underneath it. If you squeeze it tighter it works ok but its not right.
I took it outside to try it, and its not bad. I run Leupold scopes on my rifles but have never spent a lot of money on a spotter. I have a Barska Blackhawk ED and I hate to say it but the glass on the Barska is better. There's not as much funk around the edges.
But the Bushnell has the reticle and I like that feature and its why I decided to try it.
I will take it to the range this weekend and update after that.
Thanks for the help.
Steve
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speak, what did you pay for it if you dont mind telling? i see them there too and just never explored them
speak, what did you pay for it if you dont mind telling? i see them there too and just never explored them
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Cruising on amazon for pricing and seen this
http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Excursion-20-60-Folded-Spotting/dp/B001GSG7WA/ref=pd_sim_sbs_p_3
Apart from magnification range, why is this one so much cheaper? Its available with reticule. Not FFP perhaps?
Cruising on amazon for pricing and seen this
http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Excursion-20-60-Folded-Spotting/dp/B001GSG7WA/ref=pd_sim_sbs_p_3
Apart from magnification range, why is this one so much cheaper? Its available with reticule. Not FFP perhaps?
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I got the this one
http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Excursion...pd_rhf_gw_p_t_3
I am not sure about the other one. I know I wouldnt want any lesser quality of glass than it has.
I would rather have the mill/hash over dots as I run TMR reticles in my scopes, and like them.
Give it a try and let us know.
I got the this one
http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Excursion...pd_rhf_gw_p_t_3
I am not sure about the other one. I know I wouldnt want any lesser quality of glass than it has.
I would rather have the mill/hash over dots as I run TMR reticles in my scopes, and like them.
Give it a try and let us know.
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Thanks for the review.
Thanks for the review.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
edit, I talked to my Bushnell rep about 3 months ago and they have no plan to bring it back. </div></div>
This is correct.
The first of the year you will see why.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
edit, I talked to my Bushnell rep about 3 months ago and they have no plan to bring it back. </div></div>
This is correct.
The first of the year you will see why.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
edit, I talked to my Bushnell rep about 3 months ago and they have no plan to bring it back. </div></div>
This is correct.
The first of the year you will see why. </div></div>
Crap, don't do that to us!
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
edit, I talked to my Bushnell rep about 3 months ago and they have no plan to bring it back. </div></div>
This is correct.
The first of the year you will see why. </div></div>
Crap, don't do that to us!
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whats gonna happen in the first of the year??
whats gonna happen in the first of the year??
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Well...i think i may hold off on any purchase.
Well...i think i may hold off on any purchase.
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got to use it today..no spots,focus/mag adjustments wasnt stiff..so far so good..works great..btw got it on ebay
got to use it today..no spots,focus/mag adjustments wasnt stiff..so far so good..works great..btw got it on ebay
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