New to long distance shooting
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You have a MRAD but want a 1-1.5k scope? Take the time and save up for a used Schmidt and Bender at least. They can be had for 2300 bucks avg. and you’ll be glad you did. If you’re dead set on a cheaper scope a used vortex razor gen ii 3-18 or 4.5-27 is a good one, used leupold MK5’s 3.6-18 or 5-25, or a Athlon Cronus 4.5-29 or whatever their mag range is.
I do it with an AR all the time.
I was at the range 2 days ago and there was a guy there shooting vintage sniper class at 200. We went to the 1000 yd range and I was trying to walk him into my steel 10" gong at 1000 yds with s 2X SCOPE. Came within a few inches. The guy was pretty good.
Distance isn’t what more $$$ gets you in a scope. A 2000 scope is much more enjoyable to use versus a 1000 scope
In this case it’s buying a Ferrari just to put a 300 dollar set of tires on it when in reality it needs a set of p zeros. Even a s&b 3-12 or 4-16 would be plenty for 600 yards. Trust us when we say you will enjoy a higher quality scope. Especially when you’re behind it, whether it’s frequently or infrequently.
There’s been some 4-16 atacr scopes going for $1700-$1900 on here recently. Nice option. I love mine. The other scope I have and am very impressed with is the Athlon Cronus BTR. Which you can find used around $1200
I would not buy a 1-4 as you’ll want to go longer eventually and will want more magnification. I’d be looking 4-16 or 5-25 etc range. Also nice having the extra magnification for load testing
I would not buy a 1-4 as you’ll want to go longer eventually and will want more magnification. I’d be looking 4-16 or 5-25 etc range. Also nice having the extra magnification for load testing
I'm relatively new to long range shooting and my local range maxs @ 700 yards. I recommend that any scope you buy is first focal plane and the reticle and turrets are in mils. I have a Nightforce SHV 4-14, a Bushnell LRTS 4.5-18 and a Bushnell DMR 3-21. All have decent glass, track well, have simple but workable reticles, and are reasonably priced between $800 and $1200
Haha. Well the Ferrari was too good of a deal to pass up, relatively speaking. I have a Rec7 DI that I love, so figured the MRAD would be good as well. If I hang on to it, I would upgrade later, just wanted something effective to have some fun and learn about the rifle some.
dsg has had this trade-in listed for a while. You might be able to get it cheaper.
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Lots of people run them. A good place to look is on the PX here. If you can wait until 100 posts then do, otherwise spend the 40 bucks for the 101 posts and get you a good deal.
I don’t think you have to pay to buy in the PX. You just have to pay to sell
Something to buy would be the Online Training offered here. It will 100 percent make you a better shooter.
I would suggest buying used from the forum here and get the best you can afford. If you really want to go as cheap as possible to start learning you can go with an SWFA fixed power, then when you get enough exposure and experience and you decide which top tier scope you want and take the plunge. There are so many good options these days.
Optics - SOLD* Vortex Razor HDII 4.5-27x56 w/EBR-2C MIL $1500
Mounted on a 6.5CM for approx 150 rds. Some marks on elevation turret from sighting in, but flawless otherwise. Box, etc included. Will also sell MDT rings If interested for another $100. Not interested in trades at this time. Shipped from 80215.
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@Jytarget you have a mrad! buy this used and you can take it to a mile! this is the best value scope on the market today with the best warranty
or buy a brand new one for $1600? that's not a good deal at allOptics - SOLD* Vortex Razor HDII 4.5-27x56 w/EBR-2C MIL $1500
Mounted on a 6.5CM for approx 150 rds. Some marks on elevation turret from sighting in, but flawless otherwise. Box, etc included. Will also sell MDT rings If interested for another $100. Not interested in trades at this time. Shipped from 80215.
@Jytarget you have a mrad! buy this used and you can take it to a mile! this is the best value scope on the market today with the best warranty
also...600 yards max? skip the 300 Norma please and thanks
Or offer him 12 to 1300 I’m sure he won’t be stuck at 600 his whole life , you will eventually stretch it out with the more people you meet with private land
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Thanks for the really helpful advice I guess.....I won’t use the .300 NM at 600 yds, appreciate the assumption. My family has land in Minneapolis. However, when I go there I usually rack on one of my uncles optics he uses for elk. Please and thanks.
When you put it like that you’ll get a bunch of 1-4 and up to 1-10 suggestions or a fixed power 10x.
Leave some room to grow into the scope. If you’ll be shooting a ffp scope and dialing the mag to ten all the time don’t buy a 5-25. 3-18 range is perfect. I say that because if your just going to dial the magnification back half way or more then the reticle is going to shrink to much in my opinion or at least for eyes in my experience.
I’d recommend 3-18 range up to a 5-25 based on your needs and being new to the game also getting that 300nm. You might move or discover a longer range. If so you won’t be looking to upgrade to more scope. Those mag ranges seem to be the best all around for majority here. Try scopelist or eurooptic they usually work with you a little on price for being a hide member. I’m pretty sure euro has that scope for the same price but is paying the tax right now and includes free shipping. The upgrade for 101 post is now $50 and it’s worth it.
You don't need 101 posts to buy in the PX, just to sell. I'm a fan of the athlon cronus btr 4.5-29x56. If you want to boost your post count, head over to the bear pit and jump in.
I made the switch as my buddy I shoot with shoots in Mils and makes ease of communication easier as we have a common system. Its also faster to dial and keep track of during matches IMO. That’s not a bad scope to get into either. May i suggest calling MHSA Or Europtic and see if they have any demos or what kinda deal they can get you on package deal NF if that’s the scope you’re seriously considering.
a new razor gen 2 for $50 more than a used one is good advice
and you said getting a 300 NM and shooting to a max of 600 yards. so eh idk what to tell based on your OP but given the info we had a 300NM is too much
that's not a good price and optics planet is a joke.
a 5-25 atacr is not twice the scope as a razor gen 2 and i'd never pay close to that when they go for sub $2500 all the time used, hell even the 7-35 routinely go for well sub $3k
support a Hide vendor and you'll get better pricing to boot
Anything for now to get you shooting. But I would save your money and buy yourself a razor
As the post said - I found one locally on the 5-25 NF. $1800. That’s just the photo.
MRAD's are gangster.
I don't think there is any reason for a 1x bottom end. I think that the 1-6 on one of my rifles is quite boring, I can hit a man sized target at 500 without much issue with a second focal plane 6x but it's not a fun shoot.
With scopes you don't pay for the magnification, as much as you pay for the range of magnification, among other important things. I think if you're inside 600 yards you might appreciate the 4.5-27 Razor, or something roughly around that. I have a 3-18 Razor and I love it, and have no issue finding and holding over a target at 1,200. Having more magnification makes it easy to see your holes in paper without using a spotting scope.
You'll immediately hate a 1x. It isn't a thick-woods hunting gun. Enjoy the wonders of optical magnification.
I don't think there is any reason for a 1x bottom end. I think that the 1-6 on one of my rifles is quite boring, I can hit a man sized target at 500 without much issue with a second focal plane 6x but it's not a fun shoot.
With scopes you don't pay for the magnification, as much as you pay for the range of magnification, among other important things. I think if you're inside 600 yards you might appreciate the 4.5-27 Razor, or something roughly around that. I have a 3-18 Razor and I love it, and have no issue finding and holding over a target at 1,200. Having more magnification makes it easy to see your holes in paper without using a spotting scope.
You'll immediately hate a 1x. It isn't a thick-woods hunting gun. Enjoy the wonders of optical magnification.
Recommend you take a look at Tract. Just grabbed this one myself
https://tractoptics.com/riflescopes/toric-34mm-elr-rifle-scopes
https://tractoptics.com/riflescopes/toric-34mm-elr-rifle-scopes
I started out with nightforce optics but switched to Vortex Razors. Great scopes for the money and lifetime warranty. You can find them at Expertcity.com for half off if Mil or First Responder. Mine is a freaking tank though which some may not like. I do miss the weight of the NF NX8.
A pair of these. I used mine on my 1Kyd 260 for a couple of years worth of regional F Open 1Kyd NRA sanctioned comp.
I own three, and have had one of them in use for going on ten years.
Clicks could be a little bit more firm, and the 44mm Objective is not ideal in low, low light; but the magnification range is outstanding, the image is crisp, and at this price owning three was still well under a grand.
These scopes are a well kept secret despite me blabbing them a couple of times a week.
Oh, and there's the 1/8MOA clicks with 40MOA of Windage & Elevation. The data sheet is incorrect; they are Exposed Turrets.
Product Information
The Target Dot version JarheadAZ review is mine.
Greg
I own three, and have had one of them in use for going on ten years.
Clicks could be a little bit more firm, and the 44mm Objective is not ideal in low, low light; but the magnification range is outstanding, the image is crisp, and at this price owning three was still well under a grand.
These scopes are a well kept secret despite me blabbing them a couple of times a week.
Oh, and there's the 1/8MOA clicks with 40MOA of Windage & Elevation. The data sheet is incorrect; they are Exposed Turrets.
Product Information
| Finish | Matte Black |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Weight | 26 Ounce |
| Tube Diameter | 30mm |
| Power Variability | Variable |
| Minimum Power | 8 |
| Maximum Power | 32 |
| Adjustment Click Value | 1/8 MOA |
| Adjustment Type | Click |
| Exposed Turrets | No |
| Finger Adjustable Turrets | Yes |
| Turrets Resettable to Zero | Yes |
| Zero Stop | No |
| Turret Height | High |
| Fast Focus Eye Piece | Yes |
| Lens Coating | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Factory Warranty |
| Rings Included | No |
| Sun Shade Included | No |
| Lens Covers Included | Yes |
| Reticle | Mil-Dot |
| Reticle Construction | Wire |
| Illuminated Reticle | No |
| Holdover Reticle | No |
| Reticle Focal Plane Location | 2nd |
| Parallax Adjustment | Side Focus |
| Fog Proof | Yes |
| Shock Proof | Yes |
| Overall Length (A) | 16.25 Inches |
| Eyepiece Bell to Objective Bell Length (B) | 6.15 Inches |
| Objective Bell to Turret Length (C) | 2.7 Inches |
| Eyepiece Bell to Turret Length (D) | 2 Inches |
| Eyepiece Length (E) | 3.85 Inches |
| Objective Bell Length (F) | 6.25 Inches |
| Objective Diameter (G) | 2 Inches |
| Eyepiece Diameter (H) | 1.71 Inches |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 44 Millimeter |
| Eye Relief | 4 Inches |
| Field of View @ 100 Yards Minimum Power | 9.3 Feet |
| Field of View @ 100 Yards Maximum Power | 2.5 Feet |
| Maximum Windage Adjustment | 40 MOA |
| Maximum Elevation Adjustment | 40 MOA |
| Sun Shade Length | 3 Inches |
The Target Dot version JarheadAZ review is mine.
Greg
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This^^^ And if you are a Mil/LEO/Veteran, there’s several more that offer substantial discounts. I wouldn’t cheat myself when it comes to glass, it’s going to cost you, but there’s one thing none of us will ever get back.....time. A cheap scope will cost you money and time. The glass itself doesn’t need to be the absolute best, but the mechanics of it better be. Good luck.
He did say something about money is not the object....sooooo.... ZCO 5-27 with the MPCT3 reticle.....also....kittens die when you shoot 300 Norma Mags at less than 1000 yards.....don't be a kitten killer!
I shoot on a budget and shoot Burris. If you are not shooting extreme low light they work well. I use the scr reticle available in moa or mrad.
