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    Posted: March/04/2011 at 18:26
Hey guys, looking to put a higher magnification scope on my Browning Eclipse. Was looking at a Bushnell Elite 4200 6-24x40AO new for about $370. I have a 4200 3-9 x40 already wich I am impressed with, just not sure about the higher magnification  ones and why it is so cheap. Any others i should consider???? Thanks guys
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I have the 4200 6-24x40 mildot side parralax model. For the money i payed it has been excellent. The glass is great. Its been put through hell and back and still holds zero after two and a half years. its on my remmy .308. I would recommend it.
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Kind of depends on your intended purpose (ranges, targets, conditions, etc). The 4200's are good, solid scopes. They are "cheap" because the 3200 and 4200's are being "replaced" by a newer version just called Elite. You could do much worse for sure.
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It is used for everything from target shooting to deer hunting with maybe even an occasional prarie dog shoot. The gun is a tack driver even with a 3-9x on it can't wait for a little more power.
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Is the new Elite out yet??? Is it a pretty much a 4200 with new name or is it more of a blend of the 3200 and 4200 scopes???
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The new Elite's are available (as far as I know). Check the 4-16 X 40...that may be what you are seeking. Depending upon reticle, it's between $450-$500. Of course, you could get a Zeiss Conquest too. Another possibility is the Sightron Big Sky 3-12 X 42. It's $515, but there is a $75 rebate going on now. I'd definitely go through the Sample List here. Good deals...save some cash! Smile
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Just went to a local sporting retailer in town and had a look. No Elite 4200's in town but looked through a Nikon Monarch 5-20 x 44 that I loved. Is more then I want to spend especially since I would need to invest in higher rings as well. How will the 4200 6-24 x 40 compare to the monarch as far as clarity and low light conditions??? Wish I could have found a 4200 to look through would have made the decision much easier.
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