So I decided to go with the SIII tac series and was wanting to know whtat would be better for shooting 300-800 yards the fixed 10 or 16?
Rifle Scopes SIII 10x fixed or 16x fixed?
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10 power is fine for shooting out to 1000 yards but most people prefer a bit more magnification beyond 700 yards, if it were me I'd go with the 16x. YMMV.
10 power is fine for shooting out to 1000 yards but most people prefer a bit more magnification beyond 700 yards, if it were me I'd go with the 16x. YMMV.
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It depends on the type of shooting. You could really go either way. I like more field of view, so I prefer the 10 myself.
It depends on the type of shooting. You could really go either way. I like more field of view, so I prefer the 10 myself.
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The field of view on the 16x is only 6.5 @ 100yds.
The 10x is a little more respectable, 10 @ 100yds.
Might want to compare the field of view on other brands before you make your final decision, as you will not be able to dial down to gain field of view with a fixed power optic...
The field of view on the 16x is only 6.5 @ 100yds.
The 10x is a little more respectable, 10 @ 100yds.
Might want to compare the field of view on other brands before you make your final decision, as you will not be able to dial down to gain field of view with a fixed power optic...
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Is mirage a concern a lot where you shoot? If it is bad the usability of a fixed 16x may be compromised at times.
Is mirage a concern a lot where you shoot? If it is bad the usability of a fixed 16x may be compromised at times.
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I would get the 10.
Also, with all the discounts now you should take a serious look at the bushnell 3-12 FFP, it is 600 at midway with coupon code 4200. Lots of scope with lots of features for a good price.
Since it's FFP mil mil you can always dial according to the reticle or holdover using the reticle at all powers. They also have a lifetime warranty and a 1 year moneyback guarantee.
Just something to consider before you spend your hard earned cash.
PS - there is a video review by lowlight of this scope, he seemed to like it.
I would get the 10.
Also, with all the discounts now you should take a serious look at the bushnell 3-12 FFP, it is 600 at midway with coupon code 4200. Lots of scope with lots of features for a good price.
Since it's FFP mil mil you can always dial according to the reticle or holdover using the reticle at all powers. They also have a lifetime warranty and a 1 year moneyback guarantee.
Just something to consider before you spend your hard earned cash.
PS - there is a video review by lowlight of this scope, he seemed to like it.
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In the reviews I have read, the original S.S. 10x, and 16x have better glass. And they are $250 cheaper. For $50 more you can get the S.S. 3-9 that also has mil turrets. IMHO the Sightron fixed scopes are pretty comparable to the original S.S. scopes, but cost more money.
In the reviews I have read, the original S.S. 10x, and 16x have better glass. And they are $250 cheaper. For $50 more you can get the S.S. 3-9 that also has mil turrets. IMHO the Sightron fixed scopes are pretty comparable to the original S.S. scopes, but cost more money.
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The ss has mil/mil, sightron doesn't. Glass comparison goes hands down to sightron.
The ss has mil/mil, sightron doesn't. Glass comparison goes hands down to sightron.
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I live in the cali desert temp about 110-120 in summer 50-60 in winter. I really dont like tasco or bushnell had bad exp. with customer service. A buddy of mine has a ss16x42 and nothin but problems. Bought the scope from swfa last year and was already an 8 year old scope that bushnell wont warranty it. ABO takes 12-16 weeks and 35 dollar money order. To much work for a Tasco!
I live in the cali desert temp about 110-120 in summer 50-60 in winter. I really dont like tasco or bushnell had bad exp. with customer service. A buddy of mine has a ss16x42 and nothin but problems. Bought the scope from swfa last year and was already an 8 year old scope that bushnell wont warranty it. ABO takes 12-16 weeks and 35 dollar money order. To much work for a Tasco!
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If the Sightron 10X has all the features you want then go for it. Their glass is phenomenal and they are built very well. If I were in your place I would get the FFP bushnell though. Just my 2 cents.
If the Sightron 10X has all the features you want then go for it. Their glass is phenomenal and they are built very well. If I were in your place I would get the FFP bushnell though. Just my 2 cents.
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10x is enough mag imho.
I have a SIII 10x fixed and unless they have made the turrets have <span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="text-decoration: underline">alot</span></span> more resistance then i can not recommend that scope. The adjustments are accurate the glass very good, and the scope is nice and compact, but as time has gone by I can't count the amount of times that the scope turrets have turned at least 5 moa just being in a bag. My 10x super sniper has never had this problem and that scope was much less money.
I have heard that sightron had plans to give the turrets more resistance. If that is the case then it will be an excellent little scope. I am going to call Sightron this week and see if something can be done to the one I have. Other wise Iam going to sell it.
Also must say iam a huge sightron fan. I have a 8-32 SIII that is a excellent scope. I would rate a 10 out of 10 for the money.
10x is enough mag imho.
I have a SIII 10x fixed and unless they have made the turrets have <span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="text-decoration: underline">alot</span></span> more resistance then i can not recommend that scope. The adjustments are accurate the glass very good, and the scope is nice and compact, but as time has gone by I can't count the amount of times that the scope turrets have turned at least 5 moa just being in a bag. My 10x super sniper has never had this problem and that scope was much less money.
I have heard that sightron had plans to give the turrets more resistance. If that is the case then it will be an excellent little scope. I am going to call Sightron this week and see if something can be done to the one I have. Other wise Iam going to sell it.
Also must say iam a huge sightron fan. I have a 8-32 SIII that is a excellent scope. I would rate a 10 out of 10 for the money.
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The original lot of Sightron SIII fixed power scopes did not have a stipulated spec. for turret tension. That issue has been resolved.
Sightron will replace the turret system on the units that need attention, and they are great to work with. Oh, and the new turrets are very crisp and require a good bit of torque to manipulate. No complains here.
The original lot of Sightron SIII fixed power scopes did not have a stipulated spec. for turret tension. That issue has been resolved.
Sightron will replace the turret system on the units that need attention, and they are great to work with. Oh, and the new turrets are very crisp and require a good bit of torque to manipulate. No complains here.
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Thanks for the info GPK I will call Sightron and see if they can update my scope. 1shooter762 if you do decide on the SIII just make sure you call and ask if the scope has the new stiffened turrets.
If the turrets are now that stiff the scope is g2g.
Thanks for the info GPK I will call Sightron and see if they can update my scope. 1shooter762 if you do decide on the SIII just make sure you call and ask if the scope has the new stiffened turrets.
If the turrets are now that stiff the scope is g2g.
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I talked to sightron yesterday and they said thighing up the turrets was onen of there major complants and the issue has ben changed so looks like Im goin with the SIII 10x.
I talked to sightron yesterday and they said thighing up the turrets was onen of there major complants and the issue has ben changed so looks like Im goin with the SIII 10x.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 1shooter762</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I talked to sightron yesterday and they said thighing up the turrets was onen of there major complants and the issue has ben changed so looks like Im goin with the SIII 10x. </div></div>
Good choice. I don't think you will be disappointed with it. Sightrons are a good buy for the price.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 1shooter762</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I talked to sightron yesterday and they said thighing up the turrets was onen of there major complants and the issue has ben changed so looks like Im goin with the SIII 10x. </div></div>
Good choice. I don't think you will be disappointed with it. Sightrons are a good buy for the price.
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I'm glad I saw this thread. I have the 16X with loose turrets. One call to Sightron and they said dend it in. Its a great scope and I would love to get another one.
I'm glad I saw this thread. I have the 16X with loose turrets. One call to Sightron and they said dend it in. Its a great scope and I would love to get another one.
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Emilio, thats great to hear got off work late today but will call tommorow. This thread is turning me into a even bigger sightron fan.
Would i have been happier if the turrets were stiff to begin with? Yes. But to see a company admit it has a problem and retroactivly fix scopes says a ton about a company.
Emilio, thats great to hear got off work late today but will call tommorow. This thread is turning me into a even bigger sightron fan.
Would i have been happier if the turrets were stiff to begin with? Yes. But to see a company admit it has a problem and retroactivly fix scopes says a ton about a company.
