Leupold vs Nightforce long range scopes

[Biggerhammer]

I could see the NightForce SHV with a MOAR reticle being fairly popular.

[huntandjeep]

The new nf shv scope will be a good option as well.  Weighs a little less than the nxs and is much less money at a map price of $975.

.  Was  on NF's site yesterday checking this one out. Definitely interested in this one now. With the MOAR reticle it would be just about perfect, wonder if it will have turrets like the NXS?

[rbros]

The turrets are a little different.  Still nicer than most offerings out there

[mountainman]

Heres some over the shoulder shooting steel. 8"X12" steel, 1500 yards..routine...Razor makes it easy! 

[CAMPMEAT]

Everybody out of a kazillion members raise their hands that can afford a $2000 plus scope and a $4500 rifle...........not me.

[mountainman]

Its not what it costs, its getting the best you can afford! Then go out and put it to work!

[Come Get Some]

Its not what it costs, its getting the best you can afford! Then go out and put it to work!

  Agreed. If you can afford a NF, They are clearer and have better coatings. I just purchased the ATACR 34MM tube 56MM objective. Illuminated reticle. It is amazingly clear and bright. I have Leupold and Huskemaw also. The Huskemaw scope worked very well in New Mexico. The thing I did not like is it is 1/3 Minute click. NF comes in more options. At 1000 yds the variance of a 1/3 minute click is too much error for my taste. I have used Leupold all my life and they have always done a good job. I will always put Leupold on most of my rifles. If I am building a rifle for long range the weight is not a factor. I want it. In that case it will always be a Nf for me.

[CAMPMEAT]

What would you guys put on a Remington 700 300 Ultra mag for big game hunting and NOT long distance shooting, out to 8-900 yards for $500 ?

My gunsmith said Leupold 4.5x15 (?)x50 mm Boone % Crockett reticle.

[CAMPMEAT]

Best Leupold, or any brand, for $5-600 for a  Remington 700 300 ultra mag ? Elk gun.

[huntandjeep]

NOT long distance shooting, out to 8-900 yards for $500 ?

   isn't 8-900 yards long distance shooting?

[CAMPMEAT]

NOT long distance shooting, out to 8-900 yards for $500 ?

   isn't 8-900 yards long distance shooting?

I've shot farther with my 308.......

[Come Get Some]

When I looked at the deer I shot in New Mexico at 975 yds with my Leica 10x42 Geovid it looked like a nice buck. When I put my 25 power scope on him I could see eyeguards. There is no comparison for 25 power if you are going to shoot 8-900 yds. The glass is very clear and the brightness is exceptional. It does not meet your price range. Nightforce is hard to beat if you can afford it. You might only get one chance ,possibly in low light conditions. After spending all of the money to get there,Tags, Other gear,food,fuel,ammo ,bino's, etc,etc,etc

  Is a really good scope not a very good idea??

[xXLojackXx]

Get a NF. Its all i run for a reason. Superior durability, tracking, reticles, features, glass quality, and warranty. Personally, I prefer the 5.5-22x56mm's with a NPR-1 reticle. WHile Vortex and Leupold make good scopes too, the NF reticles are much thinner and don't block your point of aim at longer distances. I shoot my .338 Edge out to 1,850 yards at 22x without any issues.

If you are only going to hunt with it, dont worry about getting the High Speed turrets or a Zero Stop. Those features come into play when you shoot comps and are doping your scope constantly and quickly. Also, I've never paid more than $1500 for my Nightforce scopes. CHeck out Longrangehunting.com or snipershide.com under the classifieds sections, people sell them all the time in great condition. With a fully lifetime transferrable warranty, you are good to go.

As far as the .300 RUM out to 900 yards, I would buy the same scope as above, or a more compact and "hunting friendly" option of the 2.5-10x32mm Nightforce with the NPR-1 reticle.

[CAMPMEAT]

Get a NF. Its all i run for a reason. Superior durability, tracking, reticles, features, glass quality, and warranty. Personally, I prefer the 5.5-22x56mm's with a NPR-1 reticle. WHile Vortex and Leupold make good scopes too, the NF reticles are much thinner and don't block your point of aim at longer distances. I shoot my .338 Edge out to 1,850 yards at 22x without any issues.

If you are only going to hunt with it, dont worry about getting the High Speed turrets or a Zero Stop. Those features come into play when you shoot comps and are doping your scope constantly and quickly. Also, I've never paid more than $1500 for my Nightforce scopes. CHeck out Longrangehunting.com or snipershide.com under the classifieds sections, people sell them all the time in great condition. With a fully lifetime transferrable warranty, you are good to go.

As far as the .300 RUM out to 900 yards, I would buy the same scope as above, or a more compact and "hunting friendly" option of the 2.5-10x32mm Nightforce with the NPR-1 reticle.

$500 range. I can't afford and wouldn't spend that type on money on a scope for a gun you might shoot at an elk maybe once a year. Not cost effective to me.

I'd love to have one, but too much money..

[xXLojackXx]

Get a NF. Its all i run for a reason. Superior durability, tracking, reticles, features, glass quality, and warranty. Personally, I prefer the 5.5-22x56mm's with a NPR-1 reticle. WHile Vortex and Leupold make good scopes too, the NF reticles are much thinner and don't block your point of aim at longer distances. I shoot my .338 Edge out to 1,850 yards at 22x without any issues.

If you are only going to hunt with it, dont worry about getting the High Speed turrets or a Zero Stop. Those features come into play when you shoot comps and are doping your scope constantly and quickly. Also, I've never paid more than $1500 for my Nightforce scopes. CHeck out Longrangehunting.com or snipershide.com under the classifieds sections, people sell them all the time in great condition. With a fully lifetime transferrable warranty, you are good to go.

As far as the .300 RUM out to 900 yards, I would buy the same scope as above, or a more compact and "hunting friendly" option of the 2.5-10x32mm Nightforce with the NPR-1 reticle.

$500 range. I can't afford and wouldn't spend that type on money on a scope for a gun you might shoot at an elk maybe once a year. Not cost effective to me.

I'd love to have one, but too much money..

Sorry, in that case I'd buy something with a good warranty. That .300 RUM can do a number to a scope's ability to function