I am wanting to update optics. I have a .308 and plan on shooting out to 1000yds mainly for competition. Do I need 5.5-22 or 8-32? Right now I have a junk Famous Maker 8-32 scope and don't like shooting 100 yard to 300 yards with it. I have a very small site picture because of the higher magnification or the junkyness of the scope, I don't know which. So therefore I need the advise of others. Thanks in advance!
Rifle Scopes What do I need? 5.5-22 vs. 8-32 Nightforce.
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What type of competitions will you enter?
For F-class, the 8-32 is the better choice. For practical/tactical matches, the 5.5-22 is a better choice.
Before dropping $1800+, do more research and think through what you need the scope to do. The NXSs are great all around scopes, but there are other great options for similar money.
For F-class, the 8-32 is the better choice. For practical/tactical matches, the 5.5-22 is a better choice.
Before dropping $1800+, do more research and think through what you need the scope to do. The NXSs are great all around scopes, but there are other great options for similar money.
Spend a little more and get an ATACR 5-25x. It offers a little more magnification with a lot better glass.
The 5.5-22 offers more elevation adj - 100moa vs 65moa for the 8-32. Something else to consider.
I put an 8-32 in my 6.5 and absolutely love it. It's very clear until you start getting into low light areas and try using higher magnification. I'm considering a Vortex razor 4.5-27 as my next scope. It took me months of holding my cash until I finally made a decision.
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