Scope question
 

Looking to purchase a new scope for my 243 win. Considering something in the range of 4-14 or 4-16 power.My question is, are the side focus scopes better than the ajustable objective, or the other way around. I have read in the past that the side focus is not as effective. Any feedback would be great. Also, what brand would you consider.....

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RE: Scope question
 

I have2 buckmasters 4.5x14x40 onewith the side focus and one older onewith the normal AO and see no difference. They are great scopes for the money. You never said a price range so I just figured these were the best value in my mind. I would also suggest nightforce but dont know if you want to spend that much but they are awsome

RE: Scope question
 

The side focus adjustments are prefered by varmint hunters that may shoot repeatedly at targetsat widely varying ranges. For them it is simply a more effecient location for the adjustment dial, allowing faster adjustment and subsequentshooting.As varmint hunters are a large and growing segment of the high magnification scopemarket place, more and more manufacturers are offering side adjustment scopes to fill their needs.