New To Rifles...Need a Scope
I'm a newbie to centerfire rifles and have a .270 which needs a scope. My use is probably limited to the 100 yard range and recreational shooting. I'd appreciate your advice regarding make, features, powers, etc. New or used? I don't want to spend a whole lot of money, but do want one that will not fall to pieces after three rounds. Thank you for your opinion!
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LEUPOLD is a ok brand for what you want something in the 3x9 range,
cabellas had them on sale for about 150.00, you can get used ones on the auction side for about 25.00 to 50.00 les but for that i would go with a new one0 -
In terms of what KIND of scope, for 100 yard shooting, a fixed 4x scope is probably fine. If you want more flexibility, you could go for a 3-9x which will make aiming at really small targets easier, and also extend your range out past 100 yards.
In terms of which BRAND of scope, my advice is to stay away from all cheapo scopes. The low end (mostly under $100 Chinese made) scopes tend to have poor image quality, can have "wandering" zero, or outright break under recoil. Buying these is just false economy, because after they break, they're worthless and you'll just wish you had bought a good one to begin with.
In terms of quality scopes that aren't super high-priced, check out Burris and Leupold. There is a relatively new company called "Sightron" that supposedly also has good value, but I haven't tried their product and can't comment.0 -
Buy once, cry once...
You can find deals, specials, etc. at the online retailers, and there are a few used/refurbished/closeout places too like SWFA0 -
+1 on beantownshootah's advice. It is hard to beat the Burris Fullfield II line with their forever warranty. I would mount it in Burris Signature bases and rings, for best results. I own Sightron SII, Nikon Buckmaster, Leupold Vari-XIII, Burris Fullfield II, NightForce NXS, and just acquired a Schmidt & Binder Police Marksman II. The first 4 are the bottom limits of which I will use. The Burris, and Sightron, and Nikon in the most popular 3-9x configuration, can all be had for under $200.00 NIB.
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Leupold, Burris and Nikon make entry level scopes generally of the fixed 4X, 2 to 7X and 3 to 9X for anywhere from $125.00 to $200.00. I've bought all of them and they're fine.
Weaver makes a 44/40 entry level for about the same, haven't tried them.0 -
+1 on the Burris Fulfield II. It's an awesome scope for the money. If you look on natchezss.com they usually have some pretty good deals. I may get rasberries for this, but I've had awesome luck with the Simmons Whitetail Classic scope line. I busted one trying to get the sighting cover off and sent it in and they sent me a brand new one back. The one I sent back was an old one too. I was impressed with their customer service. Just sayin...[8D] 0 -
quote:Originally posted by OLDCOP
I'm a newbie to centerfire rifles and have a .270 which needs a scope. My use is probably limited to the 100 yard range and recreational shooting. I'd appreciate your advice regarding make, features, powers, etc. New or used? I don't want to spend a whole lot of money, but do want one that will not fall to pieces after three rounds. Thank you for your opinion!
I'll say the same as the others about entry level Leupold, Nikon, and Burris. Edit: Weaver is another well made scope. It is now made in Japan (at least their Grand slam is) and it's a good scope for the money.
But, I'm going to add one and that is Vortex. You may look into the Crossfire (entry level) and the Diamondback (up one tier). The glass is really well made as are the parts, in Japan, then it is assembled here in the U.S. I've looked at the high, middle, and low of these scopes and they really are good. But, I can't afford the high end either.0 -
Welcome to centerfire shooting and enjoy.
Excellent advice thus far. Go to your local gun store and try them side by side ... pick what is best for your shooting style and needs. For instance, while most of the ones being recommended are optically sound, the eye reliefs varies. An average eye relief is 3"-3.5", Leupold's eye relief are more forgiving (>3.5"), which is more critical for me, you must find the proper compromise for your shooting style and needs.
Good luck and happy safe shooting.
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There's two ways to look at scopes.
1. A $1200 scope will not make a $200 rifle capable of 3" groups suddenly shoot sub-minute of angle.
2. A cheap scope will not allow a sub MOA rifle to shoot to it's fullest potential.
By "My use is probably limited to the 100 yard range and recreasional shooting" I take it you are fairly certain of this.
With that limitation a quality 3-9x40 would be a good choice.
Since you are new to rifles and optic sights I would recomend you stay away from adjustable objectives and side focus systems. You're going to have enough going on learning proper sight picture, target aquasition and range estimation.
I Always recomend buying the very best scope your budget will allow. If you own a good rifle and can afford a Swarovsky, by all means mount one up. Just stay away from the truly cheap scopes. Nikon and Weaver both makevery good budget level scopes. My deer rifle and coyote rig are both topped with Nikon's and my 22 Hornet sports a Weaver. I have no less confidence in any of them than I do my 264 with it's Swarovsky.0 -
You folks have opened a new world for me, an old handgun shooter... and I thank you! 0
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