Visit the SWFA.com site to check out our current specials. |
Swarovski Z3 4-12x50 Rifle Scopes |
Post Reply |
Author | |
zdub
Optics GrassHopper Joined: December/22/2013 Location: Loxley, Alabama Status: Offline Points: 14 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Posted: December/25/2013 at 21:12 |
This is the scope I think I have decided to go with. If I get this one, which recticle should I get. Anyone got any other suggestions before I pull the trigger.
|
|
zdub
Optics GrassHopper Joined: December/22/2013 Location: Loxley, Alabama Status: Offline Points: 14 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
I need advice, please.
|
|
RifleDude
MODERATOR EVIL OPPRESSOR Joined: October/13/2006 Location: Texas Status: Offline Points: 16337 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
That depends on how you intend to use the scope.
Is this for deer hunting? If so, I'd get the 4A. I personally like it better than the plex, because the outer posts are thicker and more visible in low light. If you plan to use it for varmints or you typically shoot big game animals at extended distances, you use reticles for bullet drop compensation, and you're willing to put in the time to learn the reticle drop values for your particular load, get the BRH. |
|
Ted
Money can't buy happiness... but it's much more comfortable to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle. |
|
zdub
Optics GrassHopper Joined: December/22/2013 Location: Loxley, Alabama Status: Offline Points: 14 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
Thanks a lot.
|
|
RifleDude
MODERATOR EVIL OPPRESSOR Joined: October/13/2006 Location: Texas Status: Offline Points: 16337 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
You're welcome!
Personally, I would probably just get the 4A regardless. For BG hunting scopes, I take the "simpler is better" approach, and I want my reticle to be as visible in low light as possible. With the 4A, you have both thin crosshairs in the center for precision aiming and thick outer bars for good low light visibility. |
|
Ted
Money can't buy happiness... but it's much more comfortable to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle. |
|
Robster80
Optics Journeyman Joined: November/02/2012 Location: MS Status: Offline Points: 430 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
definitely the 4a. i had this scope with duplex and wish ida gotten the 4a. duplex was too thin for me
|
|
tahqua
MODERATOR Have You Driven A Ford Lately? Joined: March/27/2006 Location: Michigan, USA Status: Online Points: 9042 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
What Ted said. I am a big fan of the 4A.
|
|
Doug
|
|
zdub
Optics GrassHopper Joined: December/22/2013 Location: Loxley, Alabama Status: Offline Points: 14 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
Do you guys have a scope that you would buy over this one? I am deer hunting in alabama. Hopefully I will get to go to Kansas or to hunt one day. I am just trying to cover my basis before I commit.
|
|
Bitterroot Bulls
Optics Master Extraordinaire Joined: May/07/2009 Location: Montana Status: Offline Points: 3416 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
I have the 4-12x50 Z3 with BRH for hunting out west. It is well suited to that type of hunting which occasionally includes shooting past MPBR.
For hunting at MPBR, I would prefer the 3-10x42 with the 4a. |
|
-Matt
|
|
biggreen747
Optics Journeyman Joined: October/16/2009 Location: Colorado Status: Offline Points: 470 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
On a BAR in 270 in the AL woods (per your other post) I would be looking at the 3-9x36 or at most the 3-10x42 either of which have the 4a. I would much rather have the lower power on the bottom vs the extra 2x on the top. Even out west here in CO I dont need more than 9-10 on the top unless hunting varmints or yotes.
Edit... My mistake... A BLR in 270... Practically screams the 3-9x36. Keep that a nice light quick handling little rifle. |
|
We measure it with a micrometer, mark it with a crayon, and cut it with a chainsaw.
|
|
zdub
Optics GrassHopper Joined: December/22/2013 Location: Loxley, Alabama Status: Offline Points: 14 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
What do you guys think about this scope compared to the z3? My buddy told me about this. Sorry for being bothersome.
Kahles Helia KXi 3.5-10x50 Riflescope |
|
zdub
Optics GrassHopper Joined: December/22/2013 Location: Loxley, Alabama Status: Offline Points: 14 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
Kahles Helia kxi 3.5-10x50Kahles Helia KXi 3.5-10x50 Riflescope |
|
zdub
Optics GrassHopper Joined: December/22/2013 Location: Loxley, Alabama Status: Offline Points: 14 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
It is the kahles helia khi 3.5-10x50
|
|
ccoker
Optics Master Joined: February/13/2008 Location: Austin, TX Status: Offline Points: 2041 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
That is a great scope as well...
|
|
www.TacticalGunReview.com
Pro Staff - Silencer Shop http://tacticalgunreview.com |
|
crosshairmaster
Optics GrassHopper Joined: January/02/2014 Status: Offline Points: 6 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
definitely the 4a
|
|
Oldtrader3
Optics Journeyman Joined: May/16/2009 Location: WA (state) Status: Offline Points: 445 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
I like both the BRH and the 4A reticle, depending on use for the scope. There is a big design difference between the Kahles KHi, the Swarovski Z3 in 3.5-10x42 and Z3, 4-12x50mm, in objective size and in capabilities. For some people this is a deal killer?
|
|
CDR3
|
|
Post Reply | |
Tweet
|
Forum Jump | Forum Permissions You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot create polls in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum |