45-70

RUFNECK · 10-31-2005, 06:04 PM

I have a 45-70 marlin guide gun i want to scope it but not sure what scope to use i only want 1-3 or 2 power or simular not looking for anything to fancy had a 3-9 nc star but after 20rds scope was no good anyone have some advice

10-31-2005, 06:08 PM

Not being a smart butt, but get a decent one. I use a VariX III 2.5-8.

RUFNECK · 10-31-2005, 06:15 PM

i didnt mean cheap just dont need a lot of features like in a longer range scope was told to use a scout scope but cant find one near me and dont want to order somthing i know nothing about also was told to use a shotgun or muzzleloader scope do you know anything about that price really aint a object just dont want 10 adjustment on a 2 power scope

RUFNECK · 10-31-2005, 06:23 PM

also if anyones looking for a bad a** round for your 45-70 try BUFFOLO BORE MAG. didnt get to really sight in with them yet but someone gave me a couple at the range they are very very powerfull shot through 2 railroad ties with one and it was burried in the dirt pretty deep will post thread about them after shooting a couple boxes (might be a while they ru $52 a box lol)

10-31-2005, 06:59 PM

I am trying to duplicate buff bore rounds reloading. One of the toughest scopes I have seen is Vari X III 1.5-5. I am going to move the 2.5-8 I have on my 45-70 and put my 1.5 on.

biscuit jake · 10-31-2005, 07:07 PM

I have a Burris Signature 1.75-5x on my 45 70 which has treated me well so far. It seemed bright with the eye relief I wanted for the Buffalo Bore loads.

I also think the Leupy VariX III 2.5-8 is a good scope if you have the cash and can use the magnification. The fixed power 2x scopes don't seem to offer much eye relief, but that would not be a big deal if you stick to factory loads other than Garrett or Buffalo Bore. Factory loads are cupcakes.

Mr. .45-70 · 10-31-2005, 08:29 PM

Good to see that you realize you don't need a high powered scope on that Guide Gun. I had an original Redfield 1.75 x 5 Wide View on my Guide Gun. I had the scope for many years and it was perfect for hunting in the thick Adirondack woods.Unfortunately, last season while I was dragging a deer my buddy was carrying my gun and he slipped and his gun came down hard on my Redfield and it cracked the lens. So off I went to the local Wal-Mart and picked up a Leopold Rifleman 2 x 7 for around $190 total. I load my own ammo and I push the envelope a little and I have yet to have a problem with the Rifleman. The Rifleman isn't the top of the line scope that Leopold makes, but it's nice and bright and clear all the way out to the edges.

I considered a lower straight powered scope, but my eyesight isn't what it used to be so I like having the ability to turn the power up if I need to.Good luck.

Mr. .45-70

James B · 10-31-2005, 08:35 PM

I have used a 2x7 Leupold Rifleman on one of mine. You sure don't need to go with a several hundred dollar scope. A lot of the cheaper scopes will work fine if yiou stay with the fixed power model. I don't like cheap variables however.

thndrchiken · 10-31-2005, 08:50 PM

I have a 2x7x32 Rifleman on my 35 Whelen. The Leupold's just can't be beat for the eye relief.

Virginia7 · 11-02-2005, 01:50 AM

Check out the following scopes:

Weaver 1-3x 20mm
Leupold VXII, 1-4x 20mm
Leupold VXIII, 1-1/2-5x 20mm

My pick would be the Leupold 1-4x. I've had one now for near 25years, and no problems. It's currently mounted on a Ruger carbine in 358Win.
A good source is SWFA or MidwayUSA.

Links: http://www.riflescopes.com/store/default.asp

http://www.midwayusa.com/