rifle scopes

[tlfreek]

I am looking at buying a rifle scope but have no idea what I am looking at. I see that the price range on these things vary greatly.

I am not a hunter but want something I can target shoot with (338). i do not need or want all the bells and whistles, but I would like something that is easy and good for a novice to use - simple is better here.

is there anything that fits this request around say 300 bucks?

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[eldbillbo]

LEUPOLD Vx2 best scope with best warrentee under $300 (well actually new they are $325) there is one for sale here on the board

http://www.northwestfirearms.com/forum/parts-accessories/33868-leupold-vx2-3x9-scope.html

also Leupolds hold there value since the warrentee the scope for life no matter if your the first or second hand owner most scope companies will only cover the original owner

 

[Just Jim]

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[bwells]

+1 for the vx-II. Leupold's have good glass, good eye relief, a good warranty, and they're made in the U.S. I've got a VX-II on my 300WM and I've used it on pronghorn in dwindling light at 290 yards, and elk in heavy rain at a little over 300 yards.

In the last three years I've put about 500 rounds through that rifle, and the scope has never lost zero. Compared to the Zeiss that my brother has, I can't tell a difference in glass quality.

If you're only going to be target shooting, you may want a higher top end depending on the ranges you're shooting at.

 

[orduckhunter]

another vote for the leupy

but, I have to say, you don't often hear of a guy just target shooting with a 338

I suppose you can see your hits a lot easier with that big hole

 

[Izzy]

+1 leupold

 

[longcolt]

I am very fond of Leupold also, but just bought one the new Redfields, made by Leupold and think its a winner. Only $169 3x9 40 mm. Accu-rectile. Put it on a Rem 30-06.

 

[accurateone]

Have Kahles, Swarovski, Leupold, Nikon, Tasco etc...
FOR The money.... Leupold. Try your Local WalMart,, seriously. They carry a Leupold 4 x 12 power for the Mid $200's. or a 2 x 7 for CQB for under $150
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[tlfreek]

Perfect - thanks for all the responses. I have direction now.

yup target shooting with a 338? I got the gun super cheap and I like firing it. I just need some good control over my rounds and I'll be good to go. who knows maybe I'll hunt with it later.

 

[ehunter]

Another vote for Leupold they are a local company. VXII is a a great scope for the money.

 

[Jamie6.5]

If you get a scope that is 10x or greater, get one with parallax adjustment. Many of the newer low end scopes have a fixed parallax setting. Leupold sets their low end 4-12x and the Redfield 4-12x parallax to zero at 150 yds. Nikon sets theirs at 100.
No problem on deer or elk, but lacking for load workup and target shooting.
If you stay below 10x it's not nearly as important.

 

[fry]

i like the burris ffII way better than a vxII. its brighter in low light and has a b drop comp 3X9 for 200 bucks.

check out bear basin outfitters in kali. they have fair prices and ship same day.

 

[tac]

Another vote for Leupold they are a local company. VXII is a a great scope for the money.

...and another vote for Leupold - I have four of them on various rifles and a handgun. Never any problem at all.

And if there ever should be, they are just a Max-ride away to Beaverton.......

tac
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[svg4]

I am a Leupold fan. My main scope is a Leupold, but I have more than one gun and can not afford to do that on each gun. I would like to put in a good word for Vortex. I have bought two Crossfires from the Vortex guy at the Gun Show.($169). I am completely happy with the clarity and reticle system. I put one on my .270 and have shot it at the range out to 300 yards. If you would like to look through both, message me and I will meet you at Tri-County and you can look through both. It is the easiest and best way to make a decision.