scope for savage

UThunter · 05-26-2005, 11:45 PM

I am going to purchase a .223 from savage, but i'm not sure which model yet. but i will be using it for coyotes and jack rabbits and just shooting. whats an acceptable scope for it for about 150 bucks? should i think about going used?

SWAMPMAN · 05-27-2005, 05:55 AM

Bushnell Elite 3200 3-9x40, about 175.00 at www.theopticzone.com.

Superpig · 05-27-2005, 06:42 AM

Swampman has suggested a good scope. If you don't want to spend that much go for the Bushnell Legend 3-9X40 for around $129. From looking at the Bushnell literature I believe this is the same scope without the rainguard feature. The 3200 model is certainly worth every bit of $175.

UThunter · 05-28-2005, 01:49 AM

Yah i kinda looked into Bushnell, does anyone know what scope comes on their package guns? Cuz if it's a decent scope and/or one i'm considering, i'm sure it would cut down cost.

thndrchiken · 05-28-2005, 07:34 AM

Usually a lower end piece of glass worth about $30. Don't forget to factor the price of the bases and rings into the price.

missed_another · 05-28-2005, 11:01 AM

don't forget to look into the simmons line of scopes. you get alot of scope for your money.

UThunter · 05-29-2005, 02:05 PM

thanks guys

UThunter · 05-30-2005, 02:28 AM

i think that i'm going to get either the package gun from savage 16fxp3 which is synthetic stock and a stainless stell barrel, or one of the 12 series carmint rifles in whcih case i would need to get a scope, mounts and rings....any suggestions?

Higg · 05-30-2005, 10:04 AM

Burris fullfield 3x9 scopes are an excellent optic costing $169 at natchez shooters supply(natchezss.com?) they also have a ballistic plex reticle. This will definetely be my next mid-powered scope.

VAhuntr · 05-30-2005, 03:38 PM

I purchased a Savage 16 fxp3 in 270 wsm this past winter and have been very pleased with the rifle. I did not want the package deal but I really wanted the 270 wsm and it was the only one they had in stock. The package scope was a Simmons 8 point (3-9x40) which you can buy for 24.95 online. I removed the scope, bases and rings and replaced the setup with Leupold bases and rings, and a Bushnell Elite 3200 3-9x40. I am extremely happy with this rifle and scope combination.