3-9x40 4-12x50 or ?
 

I have a 300WBY mag and i need a scope. The problem is that i don´t know what to buy. I shoot(fox,seal to reindeer) from 70 to 350 yards and i´m looking for something mid priced. Any advise??

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A 3x9x40 will be fine for your use.You don't need more power or a bigger objective lens.

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..4x12x40...thats what i like...:)..

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3 X 9 X 40

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Because of the fox, I'd go with a 4x12x40. Leupold Vari-X II would be a fine choice.

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I like 50mm objectives. I have 2.5x10x50 Luepold Varix III, 3.5x10x50 Burris Sign Series, 4200 Bushnell Elite 3x9x50 and 3200 3 x 9 x 40. 4-12 or 3-9 would be fine. If you need some extra light a 50 mm will give you about 2% more light gathering capability. Doesn't sound like a lot, until you actually compare it. My 50's have anchored animals in fog, snow and low light that my 40 wouldn't have been so easy. I say 50 if you hunt low lights, etc. If not then use the extra to upgrade the quality of scope.

I like Bushnell for the low to mid (the 3200 and 4200 are probably one of the best in their price ranges, with lifetime warranties), Burris & Loopy to the mid to high. Some say Nikon, but we don't have them around my neck of the woods, so I can't comment(however I love their camera's so if they are close to that then they would be just fine). If money is little of a concern than go german that would be the high to elite end of the spectrum.
Mid priced to you maybe highor low to me, so without $ amount I am unsure of what you want to spend.

A scope is a very personal item, I suggest you get your hands on as many as you can in your price range. Research the particular models for features, coatings, warranty, etc. Then what fits the budget, needs and looks the best to you buy.

Optics are one thing you generally get what you pay for. If you buy a 100 scope don't expect it to behave like a 1000 scope. It wwill work and maybe suitable but it is 100 for a reason. I suggest buy as much of as scope as you can afford, a good scope will offer you years of service and will return itself to you. Also put good quality mounts (rings and bases) on the scope.

Edited by - skeeter 7MM on 10/29/2002 00:07:00

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Skeeter said it all. Luv those Bushnell Elite's but if you can find a used Leupold, buy it.

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ehh, it dont really matter, though a 3x9 or a 4x12 will work.

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Presently I own two rifles >>> 257 Wea., and have a 4.5X14X50mm Leupold scope on it, and a 340 Wea. with a 4X12X50mm Nikon on it.

For years prior, I shot rifles with 40mm scopes on them. Once I went to the 50mm scopes, I would never go back to the 40mm. For crack of day, and late evening hunting you cannot beat the 50mm >>> they gather so much more light it is unreal. I also use bright amber shooting glasses, and with that combo I harvested the biggest buck of my life in the late evening. I am, without a doubt, sold on the 50mm scopes.

You did indicate your max yardage would be 350 yds, so I believe a 3X9 power would suffice.

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I wanted a brighter scope but not the bulk and high mounting position of a 50mm lens so I went to the 3x10x42mm swarovski.They are just as bright as a 3.5x10x50 leupold with less bulk and they can be mounted with lower rings.Both of these scopes are costly and not mid priced as icelander requested so I would instead recommend the bushnell 3200 3x9x40 as it is as good a scope as is available for the money.

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My limit is $200-250. So where can i get a well priced scope over the internet? I was wondering if the pentax scopes are any good? They make good camera lenses. How aout the nikon? I am leaning towards Bushnell but i don´t understand the quality between the models. All advise is welcome. thank you guys.

Edited by - Icelander on 10/30/2002 16:12:54

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Try these sites:

www.swfa.com
(they also have a demo section where you might find something better for the same money)

www.bearbasin.com
www.cabelas.com
www.basspro.com

Goodluck

340

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Icelander, as Stubblejumper suggested the Bushnell 3200 Elite is a great scope & probably the best in it's porice range. I own a Bushnell 3200 Elite 3x9x40 and a 4200 Elite 3x9x50, they have been and continue to be great scopes. The 3200 is pretty hard to beat for it's price range and is available in a 50mm if you require or want. As I stated I love 50MM in fact my 3200 is rarely used, due to the 40mm objective. Now for those who never used 50mm then the 40MM 3200 will be all you'll ever need. The 3200 fits in your price range and personally would be as low as I would go with bushnell. All though I know many satisfied custmers with banner, trophy and elite's so it really depends on your wants.

Nikon, I can't personally comment on, this sight I have heard and seen many happy customers with Nikon. Pentax Scopes don't know, I do have their binos and they have a great CS department, quick and fast.

I would probably stick with Bushnell or Nikon. does Nikon have a lifetime warranty, b/c Bushnell does? That might help in your decision.

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How about get both in one. Burris 3-12x44 for less than $400. Or for right at $400 you gan get it with posi lock retical.

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Can you tell me the differece between a Bushnell Elite 3200 and a 4200??

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4200 is the top of the line Bushnell scope, it is multicoated on all lens, states 95% light transmission so brighter, clearer than the 3200. It is tested to 10000 blow from 375HH. Cost about 200 bucks more. The 3200, is exterior lens multicoated, in the 90% range for light transmission and tested to 1000 blow from a 375HH. About 200 less.

Since I have both I can tell you their is a difference between the 4200 and the 3200 in brightness. My 4200 tracks true, where my 3200 doesn't always do so. Other than the price not much else, you'll notice. Eye relief is the same, both one piece tubes, both have raingaurd now, both have a wide variety of objectives and power selections. Honestly I would opt for the 3200. If I was looking at the 4200 I would buy, burris, leupold, nikon monarch, zeiss conquest to name a few. The 4200 is nice, but I would opt for some of the higher end scopes in that range.

I bought my 4200 at a sale, so it cost me the same as 3200 regular price then. I now use the 4200 on my ML, which is overkill, but got to use it, the wife might ask questions...hehe.

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How about Burris? Are they any good? If i would buy a 4-12x50 how long is the shhoting distance on that? i know i said 350 yards in the biggining but it could be longer.

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Shooting distance is not determined by the scope but by your skill and the accuracy of the rifle/load combination.I only use a 3x10x42 scope and have taken several animals in excess of 400 yards.

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I notice that no one has mentioned Swift? All my buds swear by them, and they are inexpensive. I think I priced a 3-9 x 40 at 100 bux (list 140 on the site) Over the counter warranty too



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I've used Swift optics for birding for years and love them. Very bright, wide field of view and well made. In birding circles they are very well reguarded even when compared to Zeiss, Leica and Swarovski. In my one experience with customer service everything was handled quickly and efficiently. I will be putting their 3-9x40 on my new 7mm-08 when I buy it. I expect it will perform at least as well as a Leupold (at half the price) and much better than Tasco, Redfield, et al. In my experience Swift is like drinking champagne at a Budweiser price.

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Leupold 3x9x40 vxII or a Bushnell 3200 would fit the bill for midrange a little higher and you go VXIII or 4200 bushnell. I would imagine conditions would be severe in that part of the world and you would want something that is proven. ..I am leery of Burris scopes having bought 2 and having lots of problems with them although I am impressed by the newer ones coming out they would be my 3rd choice . You are also dealing with a caliber that doesn't like scopes and will bust an inferior one in a heartbeat. Also consider eye relief that will come in handy with a heavy recoiling rifle.

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I have found no problem with my latest scope, which happens to be a Burris. But I also have had no problemw with my 3200 or 4200 Bushnells and Loopy Varix III either. I had a buddy save and scrouch for his first loopy he opted for the Varix II last fall, 3rd shot it cracked...yeap cracked. Sent away and got it back in 3 weeks to the range and this time it wouldn't hold zero, sent away again and they sent him a new one this time....no problems yet, but he went back to his 3200 and tagged 2 animals last fall and really wonders why he even bothered. Now this isn't a loopy dig, but really all scopes can fail and some due. the thing that sets loopy apart is a 3 week turn around on that failure and CS. I would recommend and do recommend Leupolds, but I also think Bushnell have a very nice product at a lower price. I tried Burris out of a couple of references from Bushnell elite users and really I couldn't be more pleased...but I am still in the wedding night phase, so no real time for coming home late and yelling...yet. Would I recommend Burris, yes b/c of the references and these guys who own them, I know are much the same as me, so I have faith in their opinions. Personally I have shot through it a few 100 rounds and it is bang on, very clear and tracks the best in the adjustment departments of any of my other scopes...so I think they do make a good product.

Again I say try and buy the best scope you can. I forgot you have a weatherby, so I would try and go as high as possible. I really would look at the Zeiss Conquest as well, personally never seen through it as the shop here don't carry zeiss or swaroski except on money down special order. I think it was the same price as the 4200 and less than both the Varix III or Burris Signature Series.

I have only ever owned over 10 power once and really never needed it. The higher the power the more steady your rest must be, I don't know anybody who can shot free hand well with 10 power...just to shaky. really only you can decide, but the amount of higher variable power scopes I see available for sale in shops and on ebay makes me believe most think they do, but don't really. I say save on the power and go with a better all arounder.

Speaking of ebay, you should check their as well many NIB scopes and others well kept. You might be able to move up without spending much more than new. I think most have transferable lifetime warranties to boot.

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I have been looking around and here is what you can buy on Iceland, Tasco,Leupold,zeissMeopta, Nightforce and i saw a Nonrico somewere i can only get the Bushnell by downpayment. It realy sucks living just north of hell but i just have to live with it. SO i´m probably going to buy it over the internet if you guys could tell me where i can find a good deal i would be very greatful<img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>. If anyone have some good advise on scope buying i´m always listening. Thank you for all the info you have given me. By the way here is a small pricecheck i did i think they are very expensive but maybe i´m wrong.

ZEISS Diavari V 3-9x42 just under US$ 1100
ZEISS Diavari V 3-12x56 US$ 1290

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What about Cabelas. I saw they had zeiss conquest for 400-800. Also have all the other brands as well, if your dumping a grand USD look at swaroski, kahles or the likes. Don't forget to check ebay, i have seen lots of top quality optics on their for good prices.