cuda67

I will be ordering a AR-15 5.56 NATO rifle in the next few weeks. I see a lot of different scopes and manifiers available. What would be a good fit along with rings without breaking the bank. Will probably only shoot coyotes at 300 yrds or less.

Are there any scopes to definitely stay away from?

Wilcam47

Centerpoint is a decent affordable scope. I have one on my .223 and it keeps on target and they have illuminated red/green reticle...they are around $70 at walmart.

Sheridan

Get a lifetime warranty on your scope.

Gonna need 10X to 12X

"weaver style" rings.................... $50-$75 is reasonable.

OpticsCamp

I don't think you need 10-12x for only 300 yards. Tons of guys shoot that far with a 1-4x. Your options are limitless, but my suggestion is going to vary based on what you want to spend.

Edit: Relevant update

cuda67

I'd spend up to $350, but the lesser the better. I've seen some refurbed Nikon scopes. What do you guys think of those.

Sheridan

How much did you spend on your new AR ?

Did you buy a cheap AR or a "good" AR ?

Are you going to put a cheap scope or a "good" scope on it ???