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rustic
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Posted: October/08/2011 at 00:37 |
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Was and still looking at leupold mark ar & nikon 223... need more choices.
Some of what I'm looking for... open to all suggestions. hunting mainly Mil-dot lighter the better no mail order custom-ized turret... for range not for wind drift(that is what the mil-dot is for) some type of lens caps(like the ones leupold sell) customer service short 12 - 13 inches warranty worth something if I want to up-grade 40 mm or less(as close to rifle as possible) $$$ depends ???? |
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Urimaginaryfrnd
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What rifle are you wanting to use is it an AR-15 or a bolt gun?
Is it .223 ? Why do you say "no mail order" that will severly limit your choices.
Do you have a price range in mind?
When you say short 12 -13 inches you need to realize that unless it is a fixed power the short variable scopes often have a very short area front to back where the scope comes clearly in focus.
I will list a couple I like real well.
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How about the SS 1-4x?
http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-1-4x24-Tactical-30mm-Riflescope-P48361.aspx I do it all the time, but depending on where and how you hunt, Mil Dots aren't the best reticles for hunting. A German #4 is a better choice...too me anywho. |
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I kind of think he is putting it on an AR but he didnt say. This is my favorite AR scope as big ones can feel really clumsy.
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The 1-4x SS does weigh more than the ACOG, but balances out pretty well on my AR.
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I dont have one of the 1-4 SS for some reason I have a hard time thinking 4x on the top end is enough since I really like a fixed 6X and an Aimpoint. About the only 1-4 that appeals to me is the Trijicon red post but I would much rather have a 1.5-6 than a 1-4.
I kind of think he is looking for something more like this:
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High plains/mountain states hunting(Wyo,Montana,North-South Dakota,Colorado,Utah,etc.) So nothing less than 3X9 for up to 500 yds give or take. 100% DIY public land hunted so something light for the hike. 308 win. so recoil is not a factor. I like to "look at in hand" before buying(just me).
Need something durable and backed by a top notch warranty(90+ degrees antelope hunting in wyo to late season deer hunting in s. dakota 10 to 20 or more below zero --- rain --- scope covers are a must) |
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Take a look at the Bushnell Elite 6500 2.5-16 X42.It has rainguard,a very good warrenty & sounds like it's right up your ally for the various distances.SWFA $749.95..... |
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Nightforce makes similar for about eight hundred more. Edited by Urimaginaryfrnd - October/08/2011 at 19:20 |
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Scope is a 6x42 Leupold Competition Target
Edited by Urimaginaryfrnd - October/08/2011 at 19:32 |
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Thanks for all of the advice.
I found a leupold mark AR 3x9 mil-dot at XXXXXXXX for 139.00 w/full warranty. Customizable elevation adjustment dial(for:Corbon t-dpx 168 gr. barnes ttsx) is on its way. Zeroed(Corbon made ammo to the rifle) at 100 yards shot(Corbon) a .142 group. Not bad for a sub-7 pound rifle with no bull barrel? Tikka t-3 lite stainless 308 - hollowed-out stock recoil pad - fluted barrel - ultra light rings - minimalist sling & ultra light swivel & stud - 12oz scope w/caps - - - - - = at just under 7 pounds and for $678.00 a made for DIY - fair chase - on public land - in the high country and on a budget to boot. Edited by Urimaginaryfrnd - October/12/2011 at 00:06 |
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rustic go back and read the forum rules - we dont post info about competitors of SWFA especially since SWFA has a 110% low price guarantee and they pay for this site.
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Sorry, my bad. This site has been helpful and will continue to use it for future info.
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Well he either found the deal of the year or one of the fake Leupolds. I wish you luck.
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rustic
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I will find out tomorrow, antelope hunt in south dakota on public land spot and stalk(most likely 300+ yard shots). I shot a great group(see above) from the bench at Corbon.
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Bagged a south dakota antelope at 314 yards(ranged) one shot ran 20-30 feet fell over. Scope worked great -- looked almost new(ever so slight scope ring marks are only thing I can as a "abused or heavily used") considering where I purchased the scope there is no way it is a "fake".
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