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    Posted: August/07/2012 at 00:12
I have been searching around for a scope.  I have an ar-15 and a ruger 10/22.
 
I am looking for something in the 200-300 or so range as just for targets at the range no competition and all that.
 
Originally I was going with the Bushnell Elite 3200 10X fixed,  As cheap and good reviews but am not sure if I should go with a fixed scope.
 
Then I thought I found what I wanted,  the Mueller Tactical 2  3-9X Variable but of course its discontinued.
 
Is there anything out there thats comparable with the Tac 2 in that price range?   Or point me in a direction as I just feel lost again.
 
Also Do you guys like fixed or variable scopes.  Not sure whats better as these are my first rifles and never had a scope on them.  I would just go with the bushnell but am not sure if I would kick myself afterwards.  
 
I mean im getting it to try hitting distant targets.  Plan on using Quick-Disconnect mounts  as I like using the Iron sights and plan on getting a Red Dot so not like I need the scope to be versatile in its range capability as I can easily remove it.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote koshkin Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: August/07/2012 at 00:22
If it is going on a rimfire, you should be looking at a scope where the parallax can be adjusted for close in targets or is preset that way so the fixed power Bushnell will not be a very good option for you.

I would suggest you give up on the reddot and get a decent variable scope.

Something like this maybe:

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Ill look into those.
 
Im looking at scopes for my AR-15 right now the .22 scope will be later.
 
 
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote koshkin Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: August/07/2012 at 00:29
For the AR-15, you have more options since there is a number of decent 4=9x40 or similar scopes out there.
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Looking at Mueller scopes,  they seem to have good reviews but not sure if they are something worth looking at or not.

 
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The Mueller APV 4-14x40 is excellent for the price and would work on the AR or 10/22, super clear
edge to edge, has a 4plex reticle. If you do go with Mueller buy from an authorized dealer due to
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote GWTX Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: August/07/2012 at 11:37
You may or may not be interested in a higher power scope, but I just got one of the simmons white tail classics (6.5-20x50 AO) that are on sale for $109.99 . I am amazed at the clarity, sharpness, light , and eye relief. In fact, I also just bought a leupy vx3 3-9x40 with the $80 rebate. I had both rifles on the range yesterday afternoon LATE.  With both scopes on 9x I could actually see the bullet holes in the targets(targetz online) BETTER with the simmons than the leupy. I could not believe it. It seemed to be just as bright as well. It was about 8:30 in the evening !  I may not have the eyepiece focused just right on the leupy, cause my eyes were getting tired from zeroing the two rifles. I'm hoping/EXPECTING the leupy to do MUCH better. 
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote sholling Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: August/09/2012 at 16:17
For just a hair over $300 (plus rings & mounts) you could give each rifle its own dedicated scope. For the AR15 I like these three. It's hard to beat the optical quality for the buck:

Weaver 1-3x20 Classic V Rifle Scope Dual-X Weaver 1-3x20 Classic V Rifle Scope
Stock # - 849400
  • Matte
  • Dual-X
  • 1"
$169.95
Weaver 3-9x38 Classic V Rifle Scope Dual-X Weaver 3-9x38 Classic V Rifle Scope
Stock # - 849402
  • Matte
  • Dual-X
  • 1"
$169.95
Weaver 2-10x38 Classic V Rifle Scope Dual-X Weaver 2-10x38 Classic V Rifle Scope
Stock # - 849405
  • Matte
  • Dual-X
  • 1"
$179.95
Burris AR-P.E.P.R. QD 1
Burris AR-P.E.P.R. QD 1" Scope Mount
Stock # - BUR410344
  • Matte
  • Picatinny Tops
  • Quick Detachable
$89.95

For casual target shooting and rabbit hunting this is a great choice for the 10/22:

Weaver 2.5-7x28 Classic Rimfire Rifle Scope Dual-X Weaver 2.5-7x28 Classic Rimfire Rifle Scope
Stock # - 849431
  • Matte
  • Dual-X
  • 1"
$141.95

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