Looking at things like the BSA contender and fixed power 6x42 SS. What you guys think. Going on a budget .22lr trainer.
Rifle Scopes Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
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Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Stay away from the bsa......100%junk
The ss is a much better choice
Stay away from the bsa......100%junk
The ss is a much better choice
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Some Nikons are within your price range and you are talking about BSA??? Are you ok?
Some Nikons are within your price range and you are talking about BSA??? Are you ok?
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range
viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Of those two, it's a no-brainer. Get the SuperSniper.
Of those two, it's a no-brainer. Get the SuperSniper.
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body">viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range </div></div>
Isn't the BSA FFP model made by the same guys that make Wotac?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body">viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range </div></div>
Isn't the BSA FFP model made by the same guys that make Wotac?
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Nikon 4.5-14x40 Buckmaster
Nikon 4.5-14x40 Buckmaster
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
SS or 10x40 Bushnell tactical elite either will serve you well.
SS or 10x40 Bushnell tactical elite either will serve you well.
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
this..
http://www.midwayusa.com/Product/950843/...t-reticle-matte
this..
http://www.midwayusa.com/Product/950843/...t-reticle-matte
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chpprguy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">this..
http://www.midwayusa.com/Product/950843/...t-reticle-matte </div></div>
+1!
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chpprguy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">this..
http://www.midwayusa.com/Product/950843/...t-reticle-matte </div></div>
+1!
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Get the Mueller Tac II. Fits your budget and a great starting scope for all guns.
Get the Mueller Tac II. Fits your budget and a great starting scope for all guns.
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chpprguy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">this..
http://www.midwayusa.com/Product/950843/...t-reticle-matte </div></div>
^^^^with that budget, that would be my choice.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chpprguy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">this..
http://www.midwayusa.com/Product/950843/...t-reticle-matte </div></div>
^^^^with that budget, that would be my choice.
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Excellent feedback guys. Thank y'all.
Excellent feedback guys. Thank y'all.
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: tylerw02</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body">viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range </div></div>
Isn't the BSA FFP model made by the same guys that make Wotac?
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i didn't even know bsa made a ffp scope till right now. i haven't followed there line for a few years
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: tylerw02</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body">viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range </div></div>
Isn't the BSA FFP model made by the same guys that make Wotac?
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i didn't even know bsa made a ffp scope till right now. i haven't followed there line for a few years
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
No one has mentioned the Weaver Grand Slam Tactical???????
OP here's a link:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?Number=1996097&ubb=showflat
No one has mentioned the Weaver Grand Slam Tactical???????
OP here's a link:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?Number=1996097&ubb=showflat
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Have a BSA Contender 6-24x40 on a 257Roberts Ruger Hawkeye. Probably 240 + rounds shot with it at range with no problems. Decent glass in it. Only gripe I have is the pull-out adjustment knobs for windage/elevation...easy to pull out too far, which allows you to reset to zero.
There is another BSA scope you might want to consider, same price range as Contender. Check out the Majestic DX scopes introduced early this year....have 2 of them, both 6-24x40s and on centerfire rifles. Decent optics, clear to edges, even at 24 power and side focus goes down to 15 yds, which should be good for a 22 trainer. This model has the so-called CEO lifetime no questions asked warranty.
Check Natchez for Contender prices and Grafs for the Majestic DX prices.....probably lowest price for them.
Have a BSA Contender 6-24x40 on a 257Roberts Ruger Hawkeye. Probably 240 + rounds shot with it at range with no problems. Decent glass in it. Only gripe I have is the pull-out adjustment knobs for windage/elevation...easy to pull out too far, which allows you to reset to zero.
There is another BSA scope you might want to consider, same price range as Contender. Check out the Majestic DX scopes introduced early this year....have 2 of them, both 6-24x40s and on centerfire rifles. Decent optics, clear to edges, even at 24 power and side focus goes down to 15 yds, which should be good for a 22 trainer. This model has the so-called CEO lifetime no questions asked warranty.
Check Natchez for Contender prices and Grafs for the Majestic DX prices.....probably lowest price for them.
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
Another for vortex or wotac. The bushels would also be a good choice for a fixed power. I would also recommend Simmons 44mag series. Its like 6-21x44 with covered turrets and 1/8" adjustments, mildot, etc. Pretty decent stuff for about $150. It works well on my 10/22 and a friends got one on a 308 that's still goin strong.
Another for vortex or wotac. The bushels would also be a good choice for a fixed power. I would also recommend Simmons 44mag series. Its like 6-21x44 with covered turrets and 1/8" adjustments, mildot, etc. Pretty decent stuff for about $150. It works well on my 10/22 and a friends got one on a 308 that's still goin strong.
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: tylerw02</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body">viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range </div></div>
Isn't the BSA FFP model made by the same guys that make Wotac?
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i didn't even know bsa made a ffp scope till right now. i haven't followed there line for a few years </div></div>
Here is my review of it:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...695#Post2258695
BSA also makes this one that has gotten some good reviews:
6-24x BSA
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: tylerw02</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 42769vette</div><div class="ubbcode-body">viper, wotac, supersniper. there is no scence in buying junk like bsa in your price range </div></div>
Isn't the BSA FFP model made by the same guys that make Wotac?
</div></div>
i didn't even know bsa made a ffp scope till right now. i haven't followed there line for a few years </div></div>
Here is my review of it:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...695#Post2258695
BSA also makes this one that has gotten some good reviews:
6-24x BSA
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: RFutch</div><div class="ubbcode-body">No one has mentioned the Weaver Grand Slam Tactical???????
OP here's a link:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?Number=1996097&ubb=showflat</div></div>
+1. My pops just got one on his AR and it's a great scope for 300. I'm thinking of getting rid of my 10x ss and replacing it with the weaver! On my 22lr I'm using a $130 mueller and have no complaints
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: RFutch</div><div class="ubbcode-body">No one has mentioned the Weaver Grand Slam Tactical???????
OP here's a link:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?Number=1996097&ubb=showflat</div></div>
+1. My pops just got one on his AR and it's a great scope for 300. I'm thinking of getting rid of my 10x ss and replacing it with the weaver! On my 22lr I'm using a $130 mueller and have no complaints
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
I own a bushnell elete 3200 10x 40 , the knobs and tracking are great for the money, however at 50 yards it is pretty much useless, and out of focus.
And stay away from BSA. they are junk.
I would go with a SS, and would try to get a side focus if possible. I am in the same boat trying to find the perfect trainer scope..
I own a bushnell elete 3200 10x 40 , the knobs and tracking are great for the money, however at 50 yards it is pretty much useless, and out of focus.
And stay away from BSA. they are junk.
I would go with a SS, and would try to get a side focus if possible. I am in the same boat trying to find the perfect trainer scope..
Re: Looking for $200-$300 scope. BSA, SS
I forgot to mention, a lot of people have been telling me to try a Mueller APT, they are only 170 , I am trying to find something a step up from that though..
I forgot to mention, a lot of people have been telling me to try a Mueller APT, they are only 170 , I am trying to find something a step up from that though..
Just Got Lucky, I guess?
Every brand mentioned on this thread is good. Everybody has their opinion, and obviously some like to pooh-pooh BSA.
However, I guess even blind squirrels occasionally find the walnut, because my BSA Contender CT6-24x40TS AO is doing just fine on my DPMS LR308, all the way out to 1,000 yards, for several years now. ...No complaints, very pleased with performance and results.
Still, others have apparently had enough bad experiences with the brand that there must be some serious QA problems with consistency. But not with my example. Knock on wood.
Every brand mentioned on this thread is good. Everybody has their opinion, and obviously some like to pooh-pooh BSA.
However, I guess even blind squirrels occasionally find the walnut, because my BSA Contender CT6-24x40TS AO is doing just fine on my DPMS LR308, all the way out to 1,000 yards, for several years now. ...No complaints, very pleased with performance and results.
Still, others have apparently had enough bad experiences with the brand that there must be some serious QA problems with consistency. But not with my example. Knock on wood.
SWFA period. Tracks excellent. BSA, Barska don't bother with them.
I would say a used SS would be my choice, paralax adjustment is important. I ran a Falcon Menace 4-14 on a high dollar custom bolt gun in a few matches, it did't hold me back. I did have a major failure but was replaced under warranty. It sits on a 22 trainer now.
This is an awesome scope, got one with illumination on my RWS model 36, they rock for a cheap scope, but not built cheap. Amazon.com: UTG 3-9x40 AO Mil-Dot RGB Zero Locking/Resetting Scope, 1-Inch, Black: Sports & Outdoors
Take a look at Redfield and Mueller.
Even nikon prostaff at walmart is bettter than BSA.
The MOST important thing is matching turrets to the reticle. That should be #1 on your list. Above any thing else. Above magnification and glass. Base your choice on that if nothing else.
Abbr.
BSA: BullShit Aim
SS: Shitty Scope
BSA: BullShit Aim
SS: Shitty Scope
Has any one had any experience with this BSA scope?
BSA Tactical Mil-Mil Rifle Scope 30mm Tube 4-14x 44mm Side Focus 1/10
BSA Tactical Mil-Mil Rifle Scope 30mm Tube 4-14x 44mm Side Focus 1/10
I read the reviews on it at the Midway site. Mostly good. A couple of the reviewers say they believe this scope is made for BSA by another manufacturer. One mentioned Falcon Optics as a possibility. The adjustment housing does look similar to the Falcon Menace style, and the reticule looks like one of the Falcon Menace offerings. Don't know if it's true or not. Most of the reviewers thought it was of much better quality than the usual BSA stuff. I may have to try one.
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Does the BSA track well?
My brother has one on an air rifle. So far, so good.
Can't go wrong with the BSA 4-14x44 mil/mil ffp....on my 22 and it's legit.
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So we bump a dead thread to say we're happy with our POS BSA?
Really? Have you ever used one? I'm thinking not, SS's have very good quality, reliability, and a proven track record. Some of the scopes in their lineup go up to and over the $1k mark and go head to head with most everything under $2k. If you actually used some of their scopes you wouldn't be spewing bullshit.
Really? Have you ever used one? I'm thinking not, SS's have very good quality, reliability, and a proven track record. Some of the scopes in their lineup go up to and over the $1k mark and go head to head with most everything under $2k. If you actually used some of their scopes you wouldn't be spewing bullshit.
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