I was going to buy a lower end optic for used an my sage/M1a and looking in the 300.00 class I like these 2...any comments
Rifle Scopes viper or a SS...which is the better optic
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Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
Depends if you are ok with a fixed power. I actually like a fixed power, especially in the lower price range scopes. I would go with the SS 10X
Depends if you are ok with a fixed power. I actually like a fixed power, especially in the lower price range scopes. I would go with the SS 10X
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
its just a toy...like to take to range and shoot up some paper...maybe a nice buck
its just a toy...like to take to range and shoot up some paper...maybe a nice buck
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
Without a doubt... SS all the way. Super tough, ease of use, super clear edge to edge, tactical turrents, superb resale value, SWFA customer service... hard to beat all that for a $300 scope.
DK
Without a doubt... SS all the way. Super tough, ease of use, super clear edge to edge, tactical turrents, superb resale value, SWFA customer service... hard to beat all that for a $300 scope.
DK
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
If you can go up to $500 you would be far better off with a sample list Super Sniper 3-9x42. It is much better hunting optic than a fixed 10 power and at 9 power it will work very well out to an m1a's effective range. I would imagine you would be less likely to be trading up in a year or two if you go with the variable SS.
I have mine mounted on a AR10T and could not be happier.
Or buy a decent used variable SFP scope.
If you can go up to $500 you would be far better off with a sample list Super Sniper 3-9x42. It is much better hunting optic than a fixed 10 power and at 9 power it will work very well out to an m1a's effective range. I would imagine you would be less likely to be trading up in a year or two if you go with the variable SS.
I have mine mounted on a AR10T and could not be happier.
Or buy a decent used variable SFP scope.
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
I would love to get another USO ST-10///would have to sell something first...
I would love to get another USO ST-10///would have to sell something first...
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
I can't speak for the SS scopes since I've never owned one.
I've got several vipers though, and I have to say they represent an amazing value. Excellent glass for the price point, accurate tracking, and very rugged. My lightweight 338WM has a viper 2-7 riding on it that's held up to some serious shooting and a lot of miles over rugged country. That has become my benchmark for durability. That rifle is a scope killer.
I can't speak for the SS scopes since I've never owned one.
I've got several vipers though, and I have to say they represent an amazing value. Excellent glass for the price point, accurate tracking, and very rugged. My lightweight 338WM has a viper 2-7 riding on it that's held up to some serious shooting and a lot of miles over rugged country. That has become my benchmark for durability. That rifle is a scope killer.
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
Weaver Tactical Grand Slam 3-10x mil/mil is $299 right now on MidwayUSA.com. Great alternative if you want a variable.
Weaver Tactical Grand Slam 3-10x mil/mil is $299 right now on MidwayUSA.com. Great alternative if you want a variable.
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
LL did a review on the 3x9FFPSS and the 10xHDSS scopes, here is the link:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1394543#Post1394543
LL did a review on the 3x9FFPSS and the 10xHDSS scopes, here is the link:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1394543#Post1394543
Re: viper or a SS...which is the better optic
I have both the SS 3-9x42 and the Vortex 2-7x32, both good scopes but it's no contest if you want the ability to dial your range and use your reticle. For an M1A the SS would be perfect.
Rath
I have both the SS 3-9x42 and the Vortex 2-7x32, both good scopes but it's no contest if you want the ability to dial your range and use your reticle. For an M1A the SS would be perfect.
Rath
