Need a scope to shoot in local steel matches from 200-1100yds. I've been reading up on the Millet TRS-1, and SS 16x. Midway has the 6x18 mildot Buckmaster on sale now too. Anything else I should consider? I'd like to stay away from Chinese stuff.
Rifle Scopes Under $350 scope recommendation
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Re: Under $350 scope recommendation
Maybe the SS 10x. I have heard the FOV on the 16x leaves a little to be desired.
Look at WOTAC too, that will be within your price range as well.
Maybe the SS 10x. I have heard the FOV on the 16x leaves a little to be desired.
Look at WOTAC too, that will be within your price range as well.
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Other than saving more money for a better scope...the following are options in your price range that should get the job done:
1) SWFA SS 10x or 16x (the FOV is roughly cut in 1/2 from the 10x to the 16x...14ft at 100yds vs. 7ft), but both are good scopes for the money;
2) Bushnell Elite 3200 series scopes - they offer a fixed 10x that is a decent scope for not a lot of dough (<$200) that offers a good field of view and good glass...they also have a couple of variables, including a 4-14x and 5-15x that are also okay for the money);
3) Burris Fullfield II 3.5-10x.
There may be others out there for around the same price range, but that gives you some addt'l options to consider.
Other than saving more money for a better scope...the following are options in your price range that should get the job done:
1) SWFA SS 10x or 16x (the FOV is roughly cut in 1/2 from the 10x to the 16x...14ft at 100yds vs. 7ft), but both are good scopes for the money;
2) Bushnell Elite 3200 series scopes - they offer a fixed 10x that is a decent scope for not a lot of dough (<$200) that offers a good field of view and good glass...they also have a couple of variables, including a 4-14x and 5-15x that are also okay for the money);
3) Burris Fullfield II 3.5-10x.
There may be others out there for around the same price range, but that gives you some addt'l options to consider.
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I can't personally comment on the Vipers having not used one myself, but they seem to get excellent reviews here on the site. Run a search and have a look through the comments posted on the Viper. If you want a variable with a higher magnification range, that might be a great option for you for a little extra money!
I can't personally comment on the Vipers having not used one myself, but they seem to get excellent reviews here on the site. Run a search and have a look through the comments posted on the Viper. If you want a variable with a higher magnification range, that might be a great option for you for a little extra money!
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Look for something with a MOA type recticle.
We call corrections in moa. Just easier if we are all on the same page. I've looked through a couple mil scopes and those dots just seem big.
Check out Sightron. A guy had one of their target scopes at a paper shoot last month and it seemed to be pretty nice at 1000.
Hope to see you this weekend.
Look for something with a MOA type recticle.
We call corrections in moa. Just easier if we are all on the same page. I've looked through a couple mil scopes and those dots just seem big.
Check out Sightron. A guy had one of their target scopes at a paper shoot last month and it seemed to be pretty nice at 1000.
Hope to see you this weekend.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">We call corrections in moa.</div></div>
I don't know who "we" is, but it doesn't include me, nor does it include most military and LE snipers - mil reticles are overwhelmingly used in those applications.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">We call corrections in moa.</div></div>
I don't know who "we" is, but it doesn't include me, nor does it include most military and LE snipers - mil reticles are overwhelmingly used in those applications.
Re: Under $350 scope recommendation
Sorry Lindy,
I was just refering to a place that he is thinking about shooting close to his home.
Sorry Lindy,
I was just refering to a place that he is thinking about shooting close to his home.
Re: Under $350 scope recommendation
That weaver 3-10 looks nice, has anyone used it? I would be putting it on my SPRish 18" 223 build.
That weaver 3-10 looks nice, has anyone used it? I would be putting it on my SPRish 18" 223 build.
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I believe ya get what ya pay for but haven't heard tooo much bad on these:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1395751&gonew=1#UNREAD
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On a side note you may be able to talk me out of a 4.5-14 buckmaster w/ mildot.
I believe ya get what ya pay for but haven't heard tooo much bad on these:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1395751&gonew=1#UNREAD
.
On a side note you may be able to talk me out of a 4.5-14 buckmaster w/ mildot.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BCP</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That weaver 3-10 looks nice, has anyone used it? I would be putting it on my SPRish 18" 223 build.</div></div>
Im interested in the weaver as well. I know that lowlight said he was going to do a review of one shortly, anyone else got one yet? i'm specifically interested in how the lack of a parallax adjustment will affect the function of the scope.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BCP</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That weaver 3-10 looks nice, has anyone used it? I would be putting it on my SPRish 18" 223 build.</div></div>
Im interested in the weaver as well. I know that lowlight said he was going to do a review of one shortly, anyone else got one yet? i'm specifically interested in how the lack of a parallax adjustment will affect the function of the scope.
Re: Under $350 scope recommendation
The bushnell 3200 5-15x40 tactical is a great scope. I have had mine for three years and it has never come off of zero. check internet specials and you can get one with a mildot reticle for about $325 shipped.
The bushnell 3200 5-15x40 tactical is a great scope. I have had mine for three years and it has never come off of zero. check internet specials and you can get one with a mildot reticle for about $325 shipped.
Re: Under $350 scope recommendation
I would do a Sightron SII or a Vortex Viper at that price point.
I would do a Sightron SII or a Vortex Viper at that price point.
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Another vote for the SS! Haven't used the 16x but I had the 10x and it was great!
Another vote for the SS! Haven't used the 16x but I had the 10x and it was great!
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The vortex viper 3x9 reticle has 1.5 4.5 7.5 and 11 moa vertical dots. 3.6 MOA
horizontal and 7.2 MOA duplex points. I believe the 4.5x14 is the same.
The vortex viper 3x9 reticle has 1.5 4.5 7.5 and 11 moa vertical dots. 3.6 MOA
horizontal and 7.2 MOA duplex points. I believe the 4.5x14 is the same.
Re: Under $350 scope recommendation
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BCP</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That weaver 3-10 looks nice, has anyone used it? I would be putting it on my SPRish 18" 223 build. </div></div>
Weaver makes good stuff for good prices. I use a T-series fixed scope and it is excellent: very repeatable and reliable.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BCP</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That weaver 3-10 looks nice, has anyone used it? I would be putting it on my SPRish 18" 223 build. </div></div>
Weaver makes good stuff for good prices. I use a T-series fixed scope and it is excellent: very repeatable and reliable.
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I took deliver of the 6.5x20x44 Viper from Cameraland today. Got a sunshade, and a free Vortex Tshirt with the order. Got quite a discount for being a Hide member. Going to go pick up some Burris XTR's tonight.
I took deliver of the 6.5x20x44 Viper from Cameraland today. Got a sunshade, and a free Vortex Tshirt with the order. Got quite a discount for being a Hide member. Going to go pick up some Burris XTR's tonight.
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