$300-$350 Budget , need advice
02-18-2010, 04:47 PM
#1
Spike
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 14
$300-$350 Budget , need advice
I've been hunting deer and hogs for ten years. I just purchased a tikka t3 .308 Hunter , and am seeking a above average, solid, scope. I have been searching this forum and am confused on what to buy. I am seeking advice on the best overall rifle scope preferably up to 12 power. Im pretty confident in my ability to shoot up to around 400 yards ethically , and I believe the accuracy of the t3 will allow me to when needed. Thanks for all the help.
02-18-2010, 08:16 PM
#4
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Dec 2007
Posts: 1,519
Burris Fullfield II is my favorite scope I've used. I have, however, read a lot of great things about the Vortex scopes. I wouldn't hesitate to go for a Vortex Diamond back or even the higher end one. I can't think of the name for it right now though. I'm not sure if my next scope will be a Vortex or another Burris. I love the Burris and know I love it and it has the reputation to back it up. However, the reviews of the Vortex are just amazing. I would also check out the Bushnell Elite 4200 however, I'm not sure if it's what I'd end up with or not. I think Amazon did have a really good deal on them for like $250 but I think it was a 3x9 one. I'm not sure if they still have that deal going on or not.
These scopes are all cheaper than what you plan to spend but it's a great write up about them. Worth checking out.
http://www.opticstalk.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=21176
These scopes are all cheaper than what you plan to spend but it's a great write up about them. Worth checking out.
http://www.opticstalk.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=21176
02-19-2010, 04:15 AM
#5
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Clermont Florida U.S.
Posts: 4,970
I'd seriously look at the Vortex scopes. A 4-12 X 40 Diamondback with dead-hold BDC reticle with A.O is right at $300. If you want to step up a notch, look at the Viper 4-12 X 40 with dead-hold BDC reticle (and side focus). It is right at $400. Personally, I'd get the Viper between those two. It's a dandy. Another great scope is the Zeiss Conquest (3-9 X 40). Cabelas has them for $399.
02-22-2010, 01:38 PM
#8
Spike
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 79
If you want an extremely tough clear optic I would go for a fixed power 10x super sniper scope. They are $300 but they are fantastic I have 2 of them on my go to guns. You will really like the scope, just read one of the million reviews there on the scope it speaks for itself. I am interested in trying Vortex as well, I have their binos and they are great.
02-23-2010, 06:03 PM
#10
Giant Nontypical
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A few more ideas;
http://www.chuckhawks.com/scopes_price_class.htm
And then here's even a few more;
http://www.opticsplanet.net/riflescopes.html
I use Burris Signature Select.
http://www.chuckhawks.com/scopes_price_class.htm
And then here's even a few more;
http://www.opticsplanet.net/riflescopes.html
I use Burris Signature Select.
Last edited by Sheridan; 02-23-2010 at 06:05 PM.