I saw a new Burris, 3x9x40 for $229.00. It would be going on a CZ bolt action with a 20.5" barrel in 30-06 and probabely used primarily for wild boar. Would this be a reasonable choice for this rifle and would this scope likely hold up under the recoil or should I plan on spending a little more? The store owner thought it would be a great combination even though I was looking at some $300 scopes also----John

Which Burris model (they make several)? Possibly a Fullfield II? If so, $229 is a bit high. Generally, I've found Burris to be tough and dependable...no problem on a 30-06 for sure. Some seem a bit bulky and not ergonomically pleasing to me though.

For about $245 you can get a Bushnell Elite 4200 3x9x40 with Rainguard. IMHO a better buy. Bushnell often has a deal where they will give a jacket or other hunting related article with purchase.

This particular store had a halfway decent collection of scopes, several just over the $300 mark, one of them a relatively newcomer in the scope market made here in the US, which he said was very good. Sorry, I don't remember the name. I want a 40 power or better yet a 50 power, so I'll have to check out what he has again. Unfortunately, the store in Logansport is pretty much my shopping choice without driving all the way to Indianapolis or Valperaiso, but this is important enough to so I might just make the trip. Thanks for your suggestions and ideas. I'm depending on you guys to help me make a sensible choice. I'll go look some more and then let you know what I find.........John

When you say you want a "40 power or better yet a 50 power" are you referring to the objective size in MM I assume? A 3-9 X 40 is a traditional scope and will be fine. If you want a 50 that's fine, but what is your selection criteria? I'd recommend doing some internet research first to see exactly what features you want / need / or desire to pay for. Check S.W.F.A., The Optic Zone, Optics Planet, etc. and read the info and reviews. Good luck.

I use Burris on all my rifles.




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So, for me - Burris this is the best, dollar for dollar !

I have a Burris Fullfield II and honestly I love it. Mine is also in 3x9x40mm. I'd for sure buy it again. So far it seems to hold up well and is very clear and also very good in low light. I like it a ton better than my Leupold VX-I I also have. It blows it away in clarity. $225 does sound high though as I paid $199 for mine on clearance from Dicks Sporting Goods. It also came with the free Gramin eTrex GPS. So $225 for just the scope doesn't sound like such a great price. I'd look for it online if you don't have any other good stores to shop at. Maybe check it out in the store and order online.

I'm going to have to get back to the gun store in Logan and see if the one I was looking at was a Fullfield 2. Been reading up on them and it seems to be a great scope for the money. I also checked out the site on the Muellers and they looked real good except when you go to the "big game" section, one of the things they say is some of these scopes are not able to take the pounding from a .375 or .458. Ok, so will they be able to take the recoil from a .300 WSM? Would there be that much difference between a .300 WSM and a .375? Forgive me if I sound naieve, but Iv'e not had the opportunity to shoot a .375. Another thought was the Muellers seem to be almost to good to be true for the cost. Am I missing something here?------- John

I would also like some suggestions here---------As Iv'e stated before, I have the model 700 in .300 WSM, an excellent long range caliber and I'm looking for advice on a scope for this gun. I really can't afford to spend much over $600. Once again I'm leaning toward the Burris line due to a lot of favorable comments on this forum and I like all Iv'e read about them. Maybe something like a Signature Select, 3x12x44mm? ...........John

In all seriousness, you should check out the Sightron line. A Big Sky in 3-12 X 42 with the HHR reticle would be about perfect. They also have a water repellant type lens coating (like the Bushy Rainguard) and they are currently offering a $50 rebate. The price runs about $560 so for a touch over $500 (after rebate) you get one heck of a nice scope. I would take that over the Burris any day. (note: I once had a Burris Sig Select. It was o.k. but I sold it. I've got a Big Sky now with the HHR and it's VERY nice). BTW, the Sightron warranty and CS Dept. is top notch. FWIW. Good luck man.