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Rancott
I have ordered an H&R handy rifle in 280 Rem. chambering and if the need arises I can interchange barrles to different caliburs. I'm one of those one shot people. I plan to hunt deer, long horn, ram/sheep and maybe elk. I also like to punch paper. My maximum range which I feel comfortable shooting is 300 yards, but I would consider 500 if ALL conditions where right (and I could practise first to assure proper shot placement). I have a Simmons Deerfield 3-9 x 32 and a BSA 36 x 44 Platinum. I would like some sugestions on a good scope for this shooting solution. My budget restricts me to $150 period, so Zieus (sp?) and Nikon class scopes are out of the question. As a sub note...I kinda prefer fixed power, I'm thinking 10 x 40. As a sub note I'm newly relocated in North Dakota.
Oppinions please.
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  • FEENIX
    If you do not mind used or demo, check out http://www.samplelist.com/Riflescopes-C4.aspx

    For your price range new or used, keep your eyes open for the Redfield (now owned by Leupold with the same warranty).

    You just missed out on a 3-12x44 Tracker for <$100.

    http://www.samplelist.com/Redfield-3-12x44-Tracker-Rifle-Scope-DEMO-C-P1808.aspx

    Good luck!

    Ed
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  • 1KYDSTR
    I feel the New Redfields are pretty nice for the money. Weaver might be a good choice too.
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  • tsr1965
    I would say look for a good Burris Fullfield II, a New Weaver, or the Redfield. I would also say to stay inside your 300 yard mark, as while the scopes are capable of going beyond, they will require lots of practice to get the consistancy you need to go further. To go further, or any range for that matter, you need to determine you can place the shot in the vitals of the animal, each and every time. If you can't budget the better scopes to help you, you will never be able to budget the ammunition to practice that much.

    Best


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    quote:Originally posted by KX500
    The best scopes for $150 would be a new Redfield Revolution 3-9X40 or a used Leupold VX-1 or Rifleman 3-9x40. The 2-7X33 versions cost even less, but I like 9X more than 7x for the top end.

    I own both and highly recommend either.

    Yes, I would stay away from anything made in China (which means most scopes these days).

    Pretty sure the Burris Fullfield II falls into that catagory as does the cheaper Pentax scopes.

    I like Swift scopes as well, but wouldn't put them in the same class as the 2 I mentioned above. Also, not sure where they're made.

    I prefer to buy stuff made in USA - but I'm not going to screw myself to do so. Can't go wrong with Leupold and Redfield.

    FYI, your Leupold VX-I, and Rifleman, fall into the Asian market too, and the Burris FullField is Phillipine...same area. The Fullfield II will blow the doors off either of those Leupolds, and the VX-II series.
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  • wpage
    Pentax has a 4x12x40 that fits your budget. It features good glass and clarity as a result.
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  • He Dog
    Longhorn? Pronghorn? Your budget restricts you to Chinese made. Most of it is junk, some is not. My council would be to save longer and buy better, it only hurts once that way. I would say look to Burris, but they don't build much fixed power. Leupold would be the best choice, but a quality used scope would also be a good choice.
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  • jptatum
    Take a look at Swift, a really good buy for the money.
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  • md1634
    I agree with JPTatum. I've used Swifts for years. you get a lot of scope for the money
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  • Herschel
    I suggest a better quality used scope, Redfield 3-9X, or Leupold Vari-X II, 3-9 X or a Burris in similar power. I have hunted white tail deer, elk and pronghorn antelope. I have never been in a situation where 9X would not be enough power. The 2-7X Vari-X II Leupold would also be adrequate. A huge scope on a small rifle looks like a bear riding a tricycle and is not needed for hunting large game.
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  • KX500
    The best scopes for $150 would be a new Redfield Revolution 3-9X40 or a used Leupold VX-1 or Rifleman 3-9x40. The 2-7X33 versions cost even less, but I like 9X more than 7x for the top end.

    I own both and highly recommend either.

    Yes, I would stay away from anything made in China (which means most scopes these days).

    Pretty sure the Burris Fullfield II falls into that catagory as does the cheaper Pentax scopes.

    I like Swift scopes as well, but wouldn't put them in the same class as the 2 I mentioned above. Also, not sure where they're made.

    I prefer to buy stuff made in USA - but I'm not going to screw myself to do so. Can't go wrong with Leupold and Redfield.
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  • Hawkshaw
    Rancott---IMHO---I would much rather see you buy a good used QUALITY scope, instead of a new CHEAP scope. A good used Leupold, or other will always have better glass, coatings, and warranty, than a NIB Simmons, BSA, etc. HAWKSHAW
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  • MOONED
    About five months ago, I purchased a new 30.06 and have equipped it with a Weaver 40/44 Series scope in 4x12x44. The cost was $180.00. A local gun store has a very good selection of scopes from Zieus, to Leupold, Nikon, Weaver, Burris, Redfeild.....etc. What made me even look at the Weaver is the size of the "bell" and the cost of the scope. When held up against a comperable size of Nikon, I was happier with the clarity of the Weaver.

    I know you have a $150.00 budget, but this is not too far past that. Anyway, I am extremely pleased with the scope. I have hunted in mistly weather twice with it and have no "fogging" problems. Also, clarity is better than the Nikon with a $450.00 price tag and compairable lenses.

    I have recently looked on Gunbroker for this model and have not seen one listed. Check out the link below:
    http://www.opticsplanet.net/weaver-40-44-4-12-x-44-ao-scope.html


    Aaron
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