Rifle Scopes clearidge optics

Re: clearidge optics

I got a 4.5-22 on a 17HM2. The scope is very clear, close to my Bushnell 4200. It seems to be tracking great, but I haven't really tried that out since it is on a rimfire. I wouldn't have a problem buying another. Great scope for the money.
 
I have their XP5 4.5-22X50mm on a .223 I've used for prairie dog shooting. Decent glass. When dialing elevation or windage, the internals feel like plastic. Haven't opened it up to verify. Don't know how well it would hold up to really hard use, but it's been running OK for me. Has 48 minutes of internal travel.

Has features everybody would've expected and been happy with 5-10 years ago, but now seem out of style: mil reticle and MOA turrets, no fancy, xmas tree reticle, and 2nd focal plane reticle. Made in Japan. OK for the price. Considering their 2.5-12.5X42mm for a shorter range rifle.
 
Haven't heard of them. They instantly loose any credibility with me when the very first "testimonial" on that webpage is this:

"WOW!!! i have many scopes like Zeiss, leopold, and all the $$$ scopes.. i just put a XP5 on my 300 weatherby Accumark and this scope is one of the best scopes ive ever had on a gun... taking it to Wyoming next week.. will let you know about 500+ yard shots but i dont think it will be a problem for this fine scope.. just blows away my Zeiss and Swarovski.. ill be buying more of these.."

Any no-name scope for $500 that "blows away" a Zeiss or Swaro would certainly have my interest. More of the same old tired B.S....

My advice for anyone in the $500 price range budget get a reputable scope that has excellent customer service and track record...lots of them available nowadays.
 
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