Rifle Scopes Remington Scopes - 4-12x - reliabilty and turrets?

[goose_boy]

Hey fellas, I have a 700sps-v, in .22-250, with the 4-12x Remington scope that came as the factory combo with the hardcase and all. I bought it barely used and she shoots great. My questions are, have any of you tested the scope? How does it return to zero, how are the adjustments? I only have a 100yd public range to use right now, and it's been very cold so I haven't been able to do much testing.

Second, if it's worth it, are there external turrets available for this scope? Mostly a hunting rifle but I would like to have some fun and play with this scope while I have it. I do plan on upgrading to a Falcon Menace 4-14, but funds very tight right now since I'm laid off.

Tried to search but the search function isn't very effective IMO. Thanks guys for any info you can offer!

 

[diggler1833]

Re: Remington Scopes - 4-12x - reliabilty and turrets?

Damn, I can't seem to remember who makes the Remington scope, but I'm thinking that is is a lower end Bushnell until somebody here can correct me. I do remember that it isn't a very impressive piece. If that is all that you can afford, then run with it. If you can afford anything better than a $100 scope, then get it.

I'd personally worry about better optics before I tried to put target turrets on the scope. I'd look into the Bushnell 3200 10x or Super Sniper line if money is a bit tight. As always YMMV, good luck.

 

[reeljob]

Re: Remington Scopes - 4-12x - reliabilty and turrets?

Tasco makes those scopes and mine didn't make it past one shooting session. I thought I would mount it a rifle I traded for just to see how it grouped and the elev. turret would not turn.

 

[Metalhead0483]

Re: Remington Scopes - 4-12x - reliabilty and turrets?

Run away, far away.

IIRC they're Bushnell Blazers made for Remington with Remington's name on 'em. Thay're total crap. Pick up a bushnell elite 3200 10X if you want a decent innexpensive scope. Also, cruise the FS section from time to time. There are usually some pretty decent deals in there...

 

[goose_boy]

Re: Remington Scopes - 4-12x - reliabilty and turrets?

Pretty much what I figured. It's going to have to work for right now but at least it was easy to get zeroed and has held so far.... Maybe since it's a lighter caliber it will last a little longer. I would like to put maybe a Falcon Menace on sometime, they seem to get pretty good reviews for a fair price. That and a B&C Medalist and I think I'll have a setup good enough for me. Thanks guys.