.280 Remingtom Model 700 SPS - Peep OK?

[pianoman9701]

I really want to use my .280 but can't afford a scope. Would it hurt anything to put a peep on it in the mean time? Any suggestions?

[Huntbear]

does it have open sights on it already?   Without a front sight a peep is really not gonna work.  Now a red dot, would work for close range stuff.

[pianoman9701]

does it have open sights on it already?   Without a front sight a peep is really not gonna work.  Now a red dot, would work for close range stuff.

It has nothing. I pictured adding a peep with a front post.

[Huntbear]

does it have open sights on it already?   Without a front sight a peep is really not gonna work.  Now a red dot, would work for close range stuff.

It has nothing. I pictured adding a peep with a front post.

If the barrel is not drilled and tapped already for the front and rear sights, you will be better off buying even a middle of the road scope, like a redfield for 200.00.  Will cost you that to get the machining done for the sights....

[bobcat]

You could get a low priced scope that would still be better than a peep sight. Try looking for a straight 4 power Weaver, you should be able to get one for right around $100.

[AWS]

By the time you get done having a front sight installed, purchasing and installing  a reciever sight(peep sight) you could purchase a pretty decent scope.  You don't need a Nightforce to get started.  A nice Redfield, Weaver Classic, Mueller, Swift Premier, Burris FF, Nikon Prostaff, or Bushnell Trophy can be had for under $200 including decent rings and bases NEW.

I'm sure if if you post a wanted ad you could find a nice fixed 4x scope, rings and bases for a $100. or less.

Stay away from Barska, Ncstar, Leapers etc. if it sounds like it is has all the Bells and Whistles of a expensive scope but a realy cheap price, it is more likely to be a CHEAP scope and cost you money in the long run.

Yes Peep sights are great and can be very accurate out alot farther than most relize.  Untill I had eye surgery for cataracts I had a number of rifles so equipted and were my go to rifles when the weather was nasty(you can just blow the snow off of a peep sight and not fog it up).  My eyes will no longer focus close enough to see a peep sight.

PM me if you are intrested in an entry level scope

[pianoman9701]

Thanks guys for the perspective. I will go with an entry-level scope. I also have a discount available on a Leupold for Hunter's Ed.

[Huntbear]

Thanks guys for the perspective. I will go with an entry-level scope. I also have a discount available on a Leupold for Hunter's Ed.

Do not forget to go see what BI MART has in stock and prices.   I have found really good deals there...

[pianoman9701]

It's still going to be a while yet.  I have a little guy who needs shoot cards, arrows and animal targets all the time to stay interested. Fun times!

[brokenvet]

You can barrow a scope form one of your other rifles, you just need a mounts.  Rr buy a Simmons for about $30 bucks at Wally world (walmart).   Other wise get a Redfield or Leupold.

[pianoman9701]

You can barrow a scope form one of your other rifles, you just need a mounts.  Rr buy a Simmons for about $30 bucks at Wally world (walmart).   Other wise get a Redfield or Leupold.

Good suggestion, BV. I should know to ask a rifelman first!  Thanks.

[mazama]

I bought a 4-12 pentax for 69$ its a nice clear scope i will shoot this weekend.

[muledhunter]

I have a fixed 10 bushnell with rings I would be willing to lend you until you have the funds. All you would need is bases. Pm me if you would like to borrow it.

[Biggerhammer]

If your not particular about optics, I purchased a used rifle about two weeks ago that had a Buckridge  6-24x42 variable objective out front., matte black, mil-dot with a lit reticle(11 position). You  can have it if you want it. I will never use it, I also have a older Tasco straight 4x with a fine cross hair, gloss blue with I believe a 40mm objective. That's free for the taking if you could use it, no reason for them to sit if they can be used.

[pianoman9701]

Muledhunter and Biggerhammer, thanks so very much! BH, I will pm you.