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    Posted: December/11/2010 at 11:33
I want to buy a scope. I want target turrets, mil-dot reticle, 500 dollars or less and variable power for shooting deer in bean fields out to 600 yards.  Any reccomendations would be appreciated.
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http://swfa.com/Vortex-65-20x44-Viper-30mm-Rifle-Scope-P13285.aspx

I think the turrets under caps are finger adjustable someone else will chime in I am sure. Been thinking about getting one myself.



Edited by 308 Sav - December/11/2010 at 12:26
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+1 on the Viper
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In that price range, you will be limited in several ways. If you want a scope with decent tracking and elevation range, you will compromise magnification range. In other words, all the scopes I can think of that are decent between 0-600 yards are $850 and over. If you can temper your expectations somewhat - and be realistic about taking humane shots - then the SS 3-9X42 meets all those requirements out to 400 yards (for $100 more).

Beyond that range, getting reliable results on a target requires an investment of time and resources. Is your rifle capable? Is your ammunition high quality? Do you have a way to measure inputs for ballistic calculations, e.g. muzzle velocity, barometric pressure, and temperature? Are you able to establish exact ranges for verifying your dope?
Reaction time is a factor...
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote stickbow46 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: December/11/2010 at 13:27
At that amount you want  to spend I would suggest checking out the SWFA sample list,best prices around!
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Might look at the Falcon Menace.


http://swfa.com/Falcon-Menace-5-25x50-Tactical-30mm-Riflescope-P47575.aspx


I have the 4-14 and like it a lot.


They don't have the warranty backing that the Vortex has, but for your application it should last a lifetime. 

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Originally posted by neilbilly neilbilly wrote:

Might look at the Falcon Menace.


I'd think twice because going with the Falcon. You might want to check the forums for the reliability stories there. I really don't think they are up with the big boys on quality.

On the other hand, the OP has a tall request list for a Mil Dot. I would put the Vortex suggested above way ahead of the Falcon. I would also put the SS 3x9 FFP in play. It can be had for $540 with a coupon.


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I hear ya Pecos. If he was wanting a scope he could take to the range 3 times a week I wouldn't of suggested a Falcon. Sounds like it's going on a deer rifle that will see less than a box of shells per year. "Exactly what my Falcon sits on" For that purpose, I can say I'm very pleased with mine. 2 years and no issues so far on a .30-06 bolt gun.


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This is the best I can think of. No target turrets, but Zeiss can retrofit them for you. It's $60 a knob to do it though. Would be a great scope for what you want to do though.
 
 
Another option at $400. 1/8 MOA target knobs. Good magnification range for the purpose, and mil-dot.
 


Edited by trigger29 - December/11/2010 at 20:59

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I already answered the same question in the tactical column there is no need to post both places when asking the same question.

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Nikon Buckmasters 6-18 comes to mind. 
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