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Palehorse
Optics Apprentice Joined: October/16/2008 Status: Offline Points: 135 |
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Posted: October/16/2008 at 15:05 |
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I have narrowed a search for short range optics to 2:
Bushnell Banner Dusk & Dawn 1.5-4.5X32mm (Wide Angle)
Nikon Prostaff Shotgun 2-7x32mm
The Nikon seems to have a smidge better clarity, at least at "indside Bass Proshops" ranges and lighting, but I am drawn to the field of view and fast acquisition of the Bushnell.
Basically, I like the Bushnell better but don't want to spend too little.
My experience with woods range optics is limited to a 20 year old Bushnell Sportview ~1-4 and a Vari-X III 1.5-5X Leupold. I bought a second Sportview for a shotgun 15 years ago, and it died during the first range session, so I want to avoid that scenario.
The gun is a mild mannered 7x57 98 Mauser sporter.
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Dogger
Optics Jedi Master Joined: January/02/2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Status: Online Points: 8913 |
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Can't speak for the Banner line but I have had very good performance from this Bushnell:
Same power range, good field of view for bush.
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martin3175
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The Weaver V Series is a bargain with excellent optics and a reliable reputation..
With regard to the Bushnell Trophy ..Have a camo version on a 12 ga Mossberg 835 turkey gun for 3 years now and it's been without issues ..
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cyborg
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In regard to the Banner, the Prostaff will be a better scope for lowlight, and woods hunting. The Trophy is online with the Prostaff.
A step up to the Legend would be worth while, as it is just below the 3200 line glass wise.
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seawolf
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I know you never asked, but in my opinion the best budget prized scope for the kind of hunting you describe, is the Nikon Monarc Gold, 1,5-6x42, German #4 reticle ($599,- at competitor ).
Mine sits on a Ruger M77, 338 Winmag and is exellent for close work and longer shots.
The x42 objective gives plent light gatering in dusk and dawn and dark timber.
4 " eye relief and 30mm tube make it a dream to use.
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3_tens
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Martins recommendation of the 1-3 Weaver would be my first choice in that price range. The Weaver will have the better glass.
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Big Squeeze
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Sure! You can use a 2x7 obj. belled variable, but your quicker acquisition and aiming speed will come from the lower powered variables, which have the wider FOV`s, that is much better for closer range hunting.
The lowered powered 1-3x20 Weaver V3, 1-4x20 VX2, 1.5-5x20 VX3 are excellent choices and better imo, than a 2x7 for the shorter range work within 150-200 yards.
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JPinSC
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If close range is what you want, get the Weaver V3 and don't look back. It is available most of the time for $140 and is a bargain! It will take the recoil as one on my 12 ga slug has done for years.
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Palehorse
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Doh! Well, I bought the Nikon 2-7 Prostaff. Should have waited a day to read the newer recommendations.
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Dogger
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No sweat - enjoy!
Let us know how you like it!
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hunter12345
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Sightron SII 2-7x32 survived the recoil of over 1000 rounds of 460 s&w mag.Plenty of eye relief on 2 power and brighter than the Nikon Pro staff & Leupold.
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