Rifle Scopes Hunting scope upgrade

[captmike03]

I know you guys have probably answered this question a hundred times, but I did not see a thread and do not know how to search by subject.

I would like to replace my aging Redfield 2-7 widfield scope with something newer. The scope will be on a Remington model 7 carbine in 308 caliber. The scope will be mounted flat on the receiver, no see thru mounts. I hunt in north east Georgia so a good 3-9 power will suffice.

The Redfields have served me well, but it is time to move on.

 

[wdebo]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

I would say a Zeiss Conquest 3-9. Unless you want to spend a bunch of money. You will be real happy the the Zeiss.

 

[Glen1978]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

Looking for the same for my boys 30-30. Im looking at any of the Nikon and Bushnell stuff. Not the low end models but the mid grade stuff.....couple hundred bucks.

 

[rezmedic54]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

Go here and have a look.

http://swfa.com/?gclid=CNmy4-aB-bECFcKDQgodtmYACw

 

[HkPlinker]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

+1 on the Ziess Conquest, unless you can find a deal on a low power Swarvoski

 

[roggom]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

Leupold is currently running a promo on some of their VX3 scopes(3.5-10 and 4.5-14), $80 rebate. The VX3 is a darn nice no nonsense hunting scope. Clear glass, good resolution and light for your model 7.

http://www.leupold.com/rewards/

 

[pyplynr]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

My hunting rifle will be wearing a Vortex Viper PST 2.5-10x44 this year.

 

[wdhigh]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

How early/late can you sit in GA?

In SC we can sit 1hr before/after sunrise/sunset.

If you can sit in low light I would bypass the leupold and start with the bushnell 4200. Had a couple of the 2.5-10x50 with ill 4A and was impressive for a sub $500 scope. The 3200 is decent if you need cheaper. If you can swing it, zeiss and swaro would be an excellent choice as well.

 

[tlsmith22]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

Zeiss Conquest...cameraland has them for 399 and u prolly get a SH discount too! Super nice glass for that price

 

[hk401]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

Trijicon Accupoint is good for hunting.

 

[JC189]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

I hunt in Ga also (Columbus) I tried the Zeiss conquest also. I sold it and went back to leupold. There are both good.Not a lot of difference. I just like the leupold better. A 3x9 or 4x12 should be fine for the Ga. woods. I would check out the VXII you wont need any more than that. your avg shot should be less than 100yds.

 

[jsthntn247]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

Weaver 3-10x40 mil/mil is what I put on mine, 299 from midway. Clear glass with turrets.

 

[tylerw02]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wdebo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I would say a Zeiss Conquest 3-9. Unless you want to spend a bunch of money. You will be real happy the the Zeiss. </div></div>

^^This.

I have two of these on hunting rifles. They are very good short-medium range scopes with crystal clear glass, good light transmission, good eye-relief, and lightweight.

I have one on a LW .308 and one on my .35 Whelen.

ETA:

Like it much, much better than the VX-III on my main hunting rifle, may be swapping the 3.5-10x out for one of these if I get around to it.

 

[HkPlinker]

Re: Hunting scope upgrade

An avid hunter buddy of mine traded his Leupold VX-III for the Trijicon and said it was the best move, but who needs a lighted reticle if you can't shoot after dusk . . ..