RE: what size scope?
 

I put a simple fixed 4X32 on my optima. Haven't seen a need to change yet.

RE: what size scope?
 

Listen to Cayagad He always gives good advice, First hand experience.
I personnally would never go over 2x7 and probably lower.
Redclub

RE: what size scope?
 

Allseasonhunter7

What size scope??? To me that really depends on you, your hunting terrian,your ability, the animals you might be shooting, the range that you might be shooting,and your confidence to shoot.

Here in Idaho, and I am going against the norm I know, we have a lot of open territory due to the heavy logging, steep terrain, and then back to thick timber. I use to hunt with a 2x7 all the time - today I really do prefer the 3x9x40. There is such a wide variety of scopes, prices, and reticles available in this scope range. my favorite reticle remains the Mil-Dot especially with ML's - this allows me to make the necessary adjustments with ease.

Succesfully shooting a ML at an animal is really dependent on bullet placement, the 3x9 offers my more ability to that at ranges greater than 150 yards. Of course the down side there is 1 out of my 20 hunting shots might be at a 150 yards or greater - so as a lot would say I am over-scoped...

If you choose to go with the 2x7 - look at the Swift Premier they offer a 2x7x40 - superior light gathering qualities and great lenses...

good luck in your search....

RE: what size scope?
 

I have an old Weaver K2.5 that has survived a 12 ga. for many years and my muzzle loader for about 20 more.............for swamp hunting it is has been a great scope..............open field, you could use more power. Don't over look a low fixed power scope, they are simple and tough.....well they use to be...........not sure about some of the brands now days.

RE: what size scope?
 

its a 3X9X40

RE: what size scope?
 

another thumbs up for the bushnell banner and trophy series. the circle x reticle is the way to go. 4x for 100 yards is nice. no dials to fiddle with. i like to keep it simple when i can.

RE: what size scope?
 

I use the 1.75-4x32 trophy turkey scope too and think the magnification is fine for a black powder rifle. WhatI find that is more important is the eye relief you get with this scope. I had to have a generous eye relief after being ringed by a 3-9x32. Kinda makes you feel like a fool with blood running off the end of your nose, lol. Good Luck