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Old 05-20-2004, 07:00 PM   #1
 
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Default Ruger Super Redhawk Scope

I recently purchased a Ruger super Redhawk and i would like to put a red dot scope on it. My local dealers gave me mixed ideas, the first place i went to told me that $30-$40 would be a good price range, the next place told me that those cheap scopes wouldnt hold up to the recoil of a 44 mag. does anyone have a red dot on any high powered pistols? any input on this topic would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 05-20-2004, 09:01 PM   #2
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I have that same rsrh .44 mag .I have a leuplold eer x4 on it and have had no problems . It is a very expensive scope but well worth it. I have no experience with a red dot. It sounds to good to be true at $40.00.
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Old 05-21-2004, 01:28 AM   #3
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If you set on a red-dot, go with the Leupold Gilmore. It will run you about quite a bit more than the rest($140?), but its worth it. I had one on a Ruger SRH in 454 and it stood up and took that recoil with ease. Buying a cheaper scope will only cost you in the long run.
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Old 05-21-2004, 03:41 PM   #4
 
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T/C, do you know any places on the internet that have these scopes for this price? this way i have a back-up if its too expensive at local stores!
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Old 05-21-2004, 05:54 PM   #5
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. Buying a cheaper scope will only cost you in the long run.
Those are very true words you have spoken. I agree with you 100%.
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Old 05-25-2004, 03:50 PM   #6
 
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does anyone else have any input on a red dot scope for a 44 mag?
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Old 05-30-2004, 08:55 PM   #7
 
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I'll second the recommendation on the leopold gilmore red dot. I've got one on a .44 colt anaconda and I love it.
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Old 05-30-2004, 09:20 PM   #8
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WyoGreff, I've checked out a few sites to see who offers the Gilmore, but the only one I found was natchez. They offer 5 different ones rangeing from $150-240. I picked up mine through the sportsmanguide, but that was a couple years ago and they don't seem to offer it now. Sorry about not getting back to ya quicker.
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Old 05-31-2004, 11:08 AM   #9
 
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Ok so i've decided on the gilmore...now 35mm or 1inch. I have the 1inch scope rings that came with the gun but if the 35mm is more appropriate for hunting i would much rather spend the extra money and be happy with my purchase. What do you suggest?
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Old 05-31-2004, 09:15 PM   #10
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Stick with the 1-inchers. If you decide to go to another scope that is "powered", you won't have to buy another set of rings.
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