Rifle Scopes NXS 3.5-15X56 vs. SS 5-20X50

[nleaders]

Which of these would you run on the gun in my signature? A 30-06 running 208 A-Max at 2700 fps shooting out to 1000 but no further at this point. Basically I have the option to get an SS but I don't really need it. It looks like a great scope, but I know that NF makes an amazing scope, but the one I have is a little older. What would the adv. be of an SS, and is it worth it?

I am still warming up to the whole extended range shooting, and I did not know if this would give me a huge advantage.

 

[3fingervic]

Re: NXS 3.5-15X56 vs. SS 5-20X50

If it's not broke, don't fix it. I have no experience with the SS scope, but I'm sure it's great. You have a top notch scope, and the fact that it's older may be a plus in some people's mind. I'd use the money to fill other holes in my long range equipment needs.

 

[CanPopper]

Re: NXS 3.5-15X56 vs. SS 5-20X50

Is the one you have FFP? Since it is older I'm guessing not?

Anyways, if I were to upgrade, it would be for the FFP reason and not for the glass, travel, or tube toughness.

 

[hewlett260]

Re: NXS 3.5-15X56 vs. SS 5-20X50

If I were you and thinking about upgrading from a Nightforce, it wouldn't be the SS on my mind. I would upgrade the old Nf for either the F1 NXS, or the 5.5-22 NXS with adjustments matching the reticle and the Zero-stop feature. Just my $0.02

 

[SScott]

Re: NXS 3.5-15X56 vs. SS 5-20X50

There are a few big differences right off the bat. First your Nightforce is most likley not First focal plane, second is the magnification difference, I prefer a 20X scope for shooting long range tactical. I don't alway shoot at full power, but it sure is nice to zoom in and range the target.
Are you buying a Supersniper on the group buy? if so, get your scope and make your own decision, if you don't like it, sell it here.
Enjoy, SScott