Best scope for the money?

BAMABUCKHUNTER03 · 07-14-2009, 04:24 AM

Its been a while since i've been on here, i recently just got me another gun. Browning A-Bolt 243 synthetic. My question is, i am wanting to put a scope on there before this hunting season. Which scope is the best for the money? My shots are usually no longer than 350yds, i currently have a Burris Fullfield II 3-9x50 on my Remington 700 30-06, i like the scope and have no complaints. I have a kid on the way that is due within the next month, so i'm trying to save as much money as possible (gun was a b-day/working on the in-laws farm gift).

I really love the 50mm on the scopes, well i don't wanna go no lower than 44 if i can help it. I would really love to stay under $250 if possible. I'm open for any suggestions.

timbercruiser · 07-14-2009, 11:35 AM

Easily the Bushnell Elite 4200 3x9x40 that can be bought for $250 or less (check e-bay) is probably the best scope you can get for the money. A lot of people compare it to the Conquest as far as quality and clarity.

bugsNbows · 07-14-2009, 01:19 PM

+10 on the Bushy Elite 4200.

Sheridan · 07-14-2009, 07:18 PM

Don't over look Burris !!!

gsptarget · 07-15-2009, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by timbercruiser

Easily the Bushnell Elite 4200 3x9x40 that can be bought for $250 or less (check e-bay) is probably the best scope you can get for the money. A lot of people compare it to the Conquest as far as quality and clarity.

I have not seen any reviews that compare a Bushnell to a Zeiss.
Seriously can you point me to an article. If that is truly the case I will start looking at Bushnell and save me some bucks as I have read multiple times that many people consider Zeiss is better than Leupold

bugsNbows · 07-15-2009, 03:18 AM

I have two Elite 4200 scopes and one Conquest. The Conquest may be a touch "better", but the difference is minor. Bushy 4200 (and 6500 for that matter) glass is from L.O.W. in ***an. It's very good. For the cost, the value is with the Bushy. Also, the Rainguard feature is very functional.

BAMABUCKHUNTER03 · 07-15-2009, 04:00 AM

What is the diffrence between the Elite 3200 & 4200? My brother-in-law has a 3200 3-9x50 that he said he would probaly sell.

Also what about the Master Series Aetec? I know the old Aetec were pretty good, alot of ppl around have had good luck with them.

timbercruiser · 07-15-2009, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by gsptarget

I have not seen any reviews that compare a Bushnell to a Zeiss.
Seriously can you point me to an article. If that is truly the case I will start looking at Bushnell and save me some bucks as I have read multiple times that many people consider Zeiss is better than Leupold

OK, if I have a specific question or want information about optics I go to the SWFA forum. There are a LOT of optics professionals on there that know their glass. Check this ratings thread they have on the SWFA site:

http://www.opticstalk.com/forum_post.asp?TID=16515

There are a number of other threads on the site that talk about the Bushnell Elite scopes quality. There are altways a few on there that are not favorable, but the pros outweigh the cons.

gsptarget · 07-15-2009, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by timbercruiser

OK, if I have a specific question or want information about optics I go to the SWFA forum. There are a LOT of optics professionals on there that know their glass. Check this ratings thread they have on the SWFA site:

http://www.opticstalk.com/forum_post.asp?TID=16515

There are a number of other threads on the site that talk about the Bushnell Elite scopes quality. There are altways a few on there that are not favorable, but the pros outweigh the cons.

thank you sir

bugsNbows · 07-16-2009, 03:26 AM

Bamabuck, the 4200 is just a better scope (optically) than the 3200. That said, the 3200 ain't half bad in it's own right. Refer to the link that Timber posted.