simmons Aetec scope

Mr. Slim · 08-02-2008, 12:00 AM

got a question on the Aetec scope. ive heard that they a good scope and would like some input on them. im looking to buy a 243 rifle and will need a decent scope for it. it will mostly be used to hunt groundhogs and maybe deer too. im looking at a 4x12 power. any info would be helpful. thanks.

stubblejumper · 08-02-2008, 07:25 AM

I have personally witnessed three simmons scopes fail,so I will never trust one for any type of hunting.

bigbulls · 08-02-2008, 08:55 AM

Old Atec incredible scope for the price tag....... New Atec -POS.

CalHunter · 08-02-2008, 01:24 PM

I've had an older Aetec on a .338WM for several years now and it's never failed. I haven't owned any other Simmons scopes so couldn't comment on their quality level.

timbercruiser · 08-02-2008, 07:43 PM

What is your absolute maximum budget?

spd522 · 08-08-2008, 01:08 AM

Simmons = junk

MALLARD76 · 08-08-2008, 06:06 AM

The last and only Simmons Aetec scope I bought went in the trash can. It would not hold zero on a .22 Hornet, I'm sure it would be even worse on a rifle that has some recoil.

MichaelT. · 08-08-2008, 07:40 AM

Before Meade bought them out, back around 2000I believe, they were good scopes..... great for the money. Now, I don't know of anyone who has been happy with them. They went downhill big time.

I would not recommend buying one. There are other scopes for the money or a few $$$ more that would serve you much more reliably.

Zingnut · 08-12-2008, 11:32 AM

I purchased my Aetec scope about 6 years ago from BPS. I have it on my .50 cal omega, it has worked flawless for all those years and held true without needing adjustment since I originally sighted the gun in.

I am not sure of the quality now but I have had great success with mine and will not remove it from my gun.

~Jeff

NBDeerHunter · 08-14-2008, 01:27 PM

i have an older Aetec and it works flawlessly..........WOULD NOT buy a new one.....