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Post by jajwrigh on Jun 10, 2006 15:48:05 GMT -5
What are you guys using now and which brands & styles do you prefer? I came off a frustrating 2 missed deer, in late muzzleloader season, in 1 day last year. A little while later I learned that my optics were junk! I was using a Bass Pro RedHead scope and it didn't make it two seasons! I am looking at a Weaver 2X10 in 38mm for this season. What do you guys think?
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Post by wolfhound on Jun 10, 2006 16:40:21 GMT -5
Bushnell Elite 3200 2-7X32. It's a solid dependable scope suitable for just about everything. If I were limited to one scope, this would be the one. I also have a Burris Fullfield II 3-9X40 that is my favorite but they've changed their production since they made mine and so I can't recomend it.
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Post by hornharvester on Jun 10, 2006 18:42:54 GMT -5
What are you guys using now and which brands & styles do you prefer? I came off a frustrating 2 missed deer, in late muzzleloader season, in 1 day last year. A little while later I learned that my optics were junk! I was using a Bass Pro RedHead scope and it didn't make it two seasons! I am looking at a Weaver 2X10 in 38mm for this season. What do you guys think? Dont skimp on your optics. Spend as much on your scope as you can afford. Leupolds, 3200 Bushnel, Burris are all good choices. Ive always said "its better to have a $100.00 rifle and a $400.00 scope than it is to have a $400.00 rifle and $100.00 scope". Get a good quality scope even if you have to save up for it. h.h. |
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Post by indianahick on Jun 10, 2006 21:39:58 GMT -5
I like the Simmons 44 Mag in 4 power.
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Post by BIGHORN on Jun 10, 2006 23:41:15 GMT -5
Simmons Atec sits on top of my Encore.
Shawn
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Post by drs on Jun 11, 2006 6:34:18 GMT -5
I don't use a scope on my T/C Black Diamond .50 M/L. I use their factory Peep Sight, which I feel is just as good or better than a scope. It's certainly easier to clean the M/L, with a peep sight mounted, rather than a scope.  |
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Post by schoolmaster on Jun 11, 2006 10:05:25 GMT -5
Minimum a Leupold VXII. A VXIII is better. I also can recommend a Nikon Monarch Gold. I prefer lower powered variables in the 1.5 to 6X range or a good 2X7. My next purchase will be a Leupold VX-III in 2.5X8 with the B&C reticle however. I use the Leupold Quick Release mounts and rings so if needed the scope can be changed for a spare or be out of the way for cleaning.
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Post by single_shooter on Jun 12, 2006 13:39:46 GMT -5
Scope?? what's a scope??
Just kidding... I only use Burris and Leupold on my handguns. I have broken just about every other brand out there due to the heavy recoil and vibraton from these guns.
As for rifles, I use Burris and Leupold as well as Simmons and Nikon, depending on the rifle and caliber.
On one of our Encores is only drilled for scope mount. It is a Bullberry 18" custom barrel toppped with a Simmons 3-9x40mm Whitetail Classic that has done well for 3 years now.
I have also been through several different red-dot scopes and have found the Aimpoint scopes to be the best due to their quality and the fact that their dots are actually round. I have found that it is best to get the smallest dot available if you plan on shooting over 50 yards.
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Post by pbr on Jun 12, 2006 16:02:31 GMT -5
2X to 5X TC..
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Post by Sasquatch on Jun 12, 2006 16:37:34 GMT -5
I just bought a leupold rifleman and I am pleased with it's quality. Very crisp picture and an unbeatable warranty, USA made to boot!
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Jun 13, 2006 7:50:53 GMT -5
Bushnell Elite 3200 2-7X32. It's a solid dependable scope suitable for just about everything. If I were limited to one scope, this would be the one. I also have a Burris Fullfield II 3-9X40 that is my favorite but they've changed their production since they made mine and so I can't recomend it. Ditto. |
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Post by Decatur on Jun 14, 2006 8:36:44 GMT -5
I use a Simmons Whitetail Expedition, 2.5-7x. I love it. Great scope for the money.
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Post by ourway77 on Jun 30, 2006 9:58:42 GMT -5
As far as scopes go you get what you pay for. Low magnification is fine for hunting, but the higher magnifacation is better for sighting in the rifle. Especially if you want to see what your ML'er will do at 200 yards. Leupold is the scope of my choice as they have a lifetime guarantee, and they have been in business a very long time, and you do not have to be the original owner and they will still honor the warranty, this alone is why you can buy a used one and say there is something wrong with it return it to them and they will fix it. Other than abuse.
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Post by buckeater on Jul 8, 2006 15:32:21 GMT -5
Simmons Atec sits on top of my Encore.
Shawn
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i have the same setup
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Post by psychobubba on Jul 11, 2006 17:36:28 GMT -5
Burris 3-9x40 Fullfield II Rifle Scope LRS Ballistic Plex
on my T/C Encore 50 cal all i run in it is 150 grains (3 777 pellets) 245 power belts aero tip and its a tack driver each dot is 50 yrds differance
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Post by jajwrigh on Jul 12, 2006 6:21:21 GMT -5
Minimum a Leupold VXII. A VXIII is better. I also can recommend a Nikon Monarch Gold. I prefer lower powered variables in the 1.5 to 6X range or a good 2X7. My next purchase will be a Leupold VX-III in 2.5X8 with the B&C reticle however. I use the Leupold Quick Release mounts and rings so if needed the scope can be changed for a spare or be out of the way for cleaning. That adds up to be some serious money too... |
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Post by squirrelhunter on Jul 13, 2006 13:51:16 GMT -5
Simmons Trophy Hunter 3-9X  . |
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Post by dlawrence on Aug 7, 2006 17:36:17 GMT -5
4X Leupold shotgun scope.
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Post by steiny on Aug 21, 2006 18:48:13 GMT -5
Anything that say's Leupold on it.
Ya can't hit what ya can't see.
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Post by jajwrigh on Aug 23, 2006 22:19:30 GMT -5
I am down in Atlanta this week for work and only 20 minutes from Bass Pro Shops in Lawrenceville. I have been there twice comparing many nice scopes for my Savage. I just picked up a Bushnell Elite 3200 in 1.5 -4.5x32mm scope with the Rainguard and Firefly reticle. This looks exactly the same as the 4200, through the lens, but it wasn't as expensive. I am thrilled with my purchase and actually like the lower magnifications better than I thought I would.  |
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