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Old 04-12-2004, 03:34 PM
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I've got a new .338 Ultra Mag and now I'm in the hunt for the perfect scope. Price isn't an issue, just need an all-around scope that can handle her recoil. Your suggestions and experience are greatly appreciated.
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Old 04-12-2004, 03:39 PM
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I have a Browning A bolt II in a .338 Ultra mag and I have a leupold LPS 2.5-10 and it works great. It is one of the best scopes I have.
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Old 04-12-2004, 05:49 PM
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If price is no object then go with the swarwarski scopes. They have one with a built in laser rangefinder for around $5000.....did I say five thousand dollars????? Yeah I guess I did.
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Old 04-12-2004, 06:02 PM
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Took a look at that LPS you suggested at riflescopes.com

http://www.riflescopes.com/products/..._2.5-10x45.htm

Very nice scope and a 4.5 in eye relief. No since in gettin' meat on both ends! Thanks for the help.
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Old 04-12-2004, 07:36 PM
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I have a Leupold VXII 3x9x40 on mine and have never had a problem with it. Before it I put a little VX I and it held like a champ.

You dont have to pay alot to have something nice!!!!
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Old 04-12-2004, 08:08 PM
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Leupold, you pick the power range according to what you hunt. Buy 3 more rifles with the $5000.

Good Luck and Good Hunting,
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Old 04-12-2004, 09:41 PM
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Leupold, model and power is up to you.
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Old 04-12-2004, 11:33 PM
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I have a .300 RUM with a Leupold Vari X III 4.5-14 power. Like it a lot.
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Old 04-13-2004, 03:31 AM
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i don't have one of these huge Ultra mags. but i would go with whatever scope has the best eye relief. for you.

BTW how are those L.P.S. scopes?
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Old 04-13-2004, 07:25 AM
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ORIGINAL: ELKampMaster

Leupold, you pick the power range according to what you hunt. Buy 3 more rifles with the $5000.

Good Luck and Good Hunting,
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I couldn't have said it better
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