Rifle Scopes Riflescope Choice Help

[cjs88]

I think I have it narrowed down to the Zeiss V8 1.8-14 and the Swarovski Z8i 2.3-18. I know both are very nice scopes and neither one would probably be a bad choice. Does anyone have recommendation or experience with either of them that might place one over the other?

A more budget friendly option: I've been eyeing the new Vortex Razor HD LHT 3-15x as well.

• What is the platform for the scope? Bolt
• What cartridge are you shooting? 280AI
• What is your intended use for the scope? Hunt/Target/Steel (maybe, not sure)
• What type of conditions will you typically shoot in? All
• What are the typical distances you intend to shoot? Normal humane hunting ranges and would like to open it up one day out to a mile+ if possible.
• Are there any specific specifications you would like? Not really, still new to the riflescope game.

 

[Secant]

EuroOptic has some demo Zeiss (including some V8s) right now, if saving a few bucks helps your decision:

Zeiss Used & Demo

Discounted Zeiss riflescopes, binoculars, and spotting scopes in stock and ready to ship at Eurooptic.com! Shop online or call (570) 368-3920 to place your order.

www.eurooptic.com

 

[cjs88]

EuroOptic has some demo Zeiss (including some V8s) right now, if saving a few bucks helps your decision:

Zeiss Used & Demo

Discounted Zeiss riflescopes, binoculars, and spotting scopes in stock and ready to ship at Eurooptic.com! Shop online or call (570) 368-3920 to place your order.

www.eurooptic.com

Lol. That's why I ask. They have the demo Z8i as well.

 

[cjs88]

Is dropping 3k on a scope worth it? I really want a nice scope but dropping that much is like trying to swallow an apple whole right now.

 

[Secant]

Nobody can tell you what's "worth it" - you know your own finances, needs, wants, blah, blah, blah. Expensive shit is nicer than cheap shit.

Lots of guys on here are shooting far more than I am, but I think I've spent around $2,000 (maybe more) this year on ammo. Not hoarding, actually shooting. I'm projecting an average of 1 new barrel every 1 to 1.5 years, there's about $400(ish) per year on average. Other stuff will undoubtedly brake and need replaced or just need (want) to be upgraded over the years. So for me, a $3,000 optic that I am using every week or twice a month over the next couple of decades really isn't that bad.

 

[cjs88]

That is a lot more shooting than me. I'll decide soon maybe...

 

[cjs88]

Went ahead and bought the Swarovski Z8i 2.3-18x56.