Visit the SWFA.com site to check out our current specials. |
LONG range rifle scope |
Post Reply |
Author | |
Treestand56
Optics GrassHopper Joined: August/14/2006 Status: Offline Points: 18 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
Posted: January/09/2008 at 13:32 |
I'm currently building up a Remington 700 in 300 Win Mag for some long range shooting and hunting. I would like a scope that is capable of being reliable out to 800-1,000+ yards. I would like something with at least 16X power but preferably more and possibly a 30mm tube with target knobs. My budget is $400-$700, no more. I am not going to mention any brands or models as I want your opinions for what you think would be best. Thanks for your helpfulness.
Treestand |
|
cyborg
Optics God Gaseous Clay Joined: August/24/2007 Location: North Georgia Status: Offline Points: 12288 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
The Millett TRS-1 is an option.
Burris makes a Black Diamond that has target knobs and costs around 740.00.
Look on the sample list as well.
Bear in mind that 10x will get you to 1000yrds with no problem, and this will open up more possibilties as well. The SuperSniper 10x42 would be excellent. and the price is great.
Good luck Edited by cyborg - January/09/2008 at 14:03 |
|
With Freedom comes great responsibility, you cannot have one without the other
An armed public are citizens. A disarmed public are subjects. OATH KEEPER #8233 Support us, and join our cause. Cyborg |
|
Focus
Optics Master Conquistador!! Joined: June/05/2007 Location: Maine Status: Offline Points: 1006 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
Bushnell tactical 6x24 30mm side focus target knobs. Comes in well below your budget with lifetime warranty and even rainguard.....or 6.5x20x50 conquest with target knobs but you have to do some shopping and take a demo model to stay under your budget price.
Focus |
|
I Can See Clearly Now......<><
If Accurate rifles Are Interesting.....I've Got Some Savages That Are Getting Mighty Interesting...... |
|
supertool73
Optics God Superstool Joined: January/03/2008 Status: Offline Points: 11814 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
If you choose to you go with that Bushnell or Zeiss make sure to get a 20 MOA base. http://www.kenfarrell.com/REM-7L-1-20.html?id=ooomyNgu
The both only have a max of 50 MOA of total adjustment and you will not
be
able to make 1000 yards with out it. With a 300 you will need around
30 MOA to get there depending on other variables. If you go any higher
than a 20 MOA you will not be able to get a 100 yard zero. Neither of
those scopes is the best choice for a long range scope because of their
lack of adjustment, but for your price range it will be hard to find
something much better than one of those.
|
|
Lifetime warranty and excellent customer service don't mean a thing when your gun fails during a zombie attack.
"A Liberal is a person who will give away everything they don't own." |
|
Treestand56
Optics GrassHopper Joined: August/14/2006 Status: Offline Points: 18 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
The Bushnell 4200 is often suggested but years ago they used to be a lower grade scope. Are they that good? I really like the Conquest but it is a little more than what I can afford. Little surprised that the Leupolds and Nikons have not been mentioned.
|
|
Treestand56
Optics GrassHopper Joined: August/14/2006 Status: Offline Points: 18 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
Am I asking for trouble by getting something off of the sample list? Do they still have good warranties?
|
|
Duce
Optics Master Joined: September/19/2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 1231 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
Nikon Monarch with mil-dot in a 6-20 power at $419
Leaves enough for a good set of mounts and a picatinney rail , if you call SWFA they can probably supply everything you need with only one shipping bill.
Duce
|
|
Duce
|
|
supertool73
Optics God Superstool Joined: January/03/2008 Status: Offline Points: 11814 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
Leupolds are over rated and over priced. Can't say anything about Nikons as I have no experience with them. My Bushnell 4200 looks better to me than my Leupold LX 3, bushnell makes a great scope for the money.
You could take a look at a Meopta. http://www.swfa.com/pc-9100-1134-new-meopta-4-16x44-meostar-r1-30mm-rifle-scope.aspx I have not tried this particular scope, but I have several Meopta products and my experience with them has been very positive. They use the same glass company that Zeiss and IOR uses. The glass is a big step up from bushnell in my opinion. My Meopta products have proved very durable and I enjoy using them. Edited by supertool73 - January/09/2008 at 17:06 |
|
Lifetime warranty and excellent customer service don't mean a thing when your gun fails during a zombie attack.
"A Liberal is a person who will give away everything they don't own." |
|
cheaptrick
MODERATOR Joined: September/27/2004 Location: South Carolina Status: Offline Points: 20844 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
You rang??
Still under review by me, but this scope for $450.00 would serve you well, I think. I have this scope but with a BDC reticle.
Really nice features like good glass, 4" fixed eye relief, 4x zoom, 4-16x, Mil Dot, side focus.
I don't think you could beat the new Monarch with all it's goodies for the price, my friend.
As stated, you will need some "help" with these 1" tubes that have been suggested.
I would like to encourage you to get the 20 MOA rail that supertool recommended (or similar) and leave it on your rifle.
Scopes come and go and you may have one with lots of "up" like a Super Sniper, or one with less elevation like the 4200 or Monarchs, but the 20 MOA rail can stay attached to the weapon. The extra elevation is there if you need it and won't hinder you if you don't.
Welcome to The OT!
EDIT:
You can supposedly get the taller target turrets from Nikon if you don't want the low profile jobs.
Edited by cheaptrick - January/09/2008 at 17:07 |
|
If at first you don't secede...try..try again.
|
|
Duce
Optics Master Joined: September/19/2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 1231 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
The new Millett LRS-1 will be available in a few months it is a 6 to 25 power with a lot of vertical adjustment if it is as good as the TRS scopes it should be a good long distance scope for the money and the rings compe with the scope.
Duce
|
|
Duce
|
|
RobDoh
Optics GrassHopper Joined: January/09/2008 Status: Offline Points: 1 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
www.supersniper.com Lots of reviews and test. They are $299 for the 16x and 20x. I had a $500 Leupold and gave it to my dad after I bought my supersniper. I have a friend who shoots out to 800 yards with his 10x and has had it for 4 or 5 years and has not had any problems. I did lots of research and am very happy with mine.
|
|
Rancid Coolaid
MODERATOR Joined: January/19/2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 9318 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
I'd recommend the 10X or 16X super sniper - it will do everything you need and do it very well.
The Bushnell ain't bad but, as said previously, will require a canted base to get you to 1,000 yards. You don't want a Conquest for that application. For what you have outlined, I'd go with the Supersniper. If you want to spend a little more, get the Bushnell. I haven't done much with the Millett but I looked through one and was somewhat suprised - it ain't bad. The sample list is safe, but check on warranties before you order. The supersniper is a great scope at a great price. And, a note of caution: don't skimp on mounts and rings. I recommend Badger, others will have something else to say, but get good stuff. |
|
Freedom is something you take.
Respect is something you earn. Equality is something you whine about not being given. |
|
treemanc
Optics GrassHopper Joined: January/11/2008 Location: ohio Status: Offline Points: 16 |
Post Options
Thanks(0)
|
supertool73 mentioned a site called ken farrell.com for 20 m.o.a. rings i have a ruger 77 whitch they have rings for but they are probably for 1" scopes can you get them for a 30mm scope on a ruger 77
|
|
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 |