Scope opinion

[MW]

I am 11 year's old my dad will let me have his 25-O6 if I get a good quality scope do you have any recommendations ? My dad said no cheep tasco scope 

[bobcat]

I like the Leupold VX-II in a 3-9x40. Great scope for the money and made in the USA.

[Bob33]

Cabelas has a sale currently on a Nikon 3-9x40 Buckmaster scope for $129. For the money, that's a good value.

I did a quick check and the cheapest I could find it elsewhere was on Amazon for $219.
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Buckmaster-3-9x40-Riflescope-Matte/dp/B000FGZRMU

[jasnt]

I am 11 year's old my dad will let me have his 25-O6 if I get a good quality scope do you have any recommendations ? My dad said no cheep tasco scope 

whats your budget? What are your future plans with the rifle?

[Bob33]

I like the Leupold VX-II in a 3-9x40. Great scope for the money and made in the USA.

FYI, VX-II is a discontinued line as of 2012. It was replaced by the VX-2 line. Similar but some minor differences. You might can find some deals on a VX-II scope since it's discontinued.

[jay.sharkbait]

What kind of 25-06, and does it have rings and a base?

I like the way your Dad thinks BTW.

[wildweeds]

One of these just hit the classifieds for 225 shipped from Idaho,ask the old man for a loan 

I like the Leupold VX-II in a 3-9x40. Great scope for the money and made in the USA.

[HntnFsh]

Cabelas has a sale currently on a Nikon 3-9x40 Buckmaster scope for $129. For the money, that's a good value.

I did a quick check and the cheapest I could find it elsewhere was on Amazon for $219.
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Buckmaster-3-9x40-Riflescope-Matte/dp/B000FGZRMU

Very good scope. As good as the Leupolds mentioned in my opinion. Ive had one on a Ruger 7mm for many years with no issues. Good clear scope. Gathers as much light as the mentioned Leupys

[MW]

My budget is about $250 bucks

[bobcat]

Here's a good scope that's made in the USA and $50 under your budget:

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/1712565719/redfield-revolution-rifle-scope-3-9x-40mm-matte

[Buzz2401]

I second the redfield revolution.  They are made in USA and I have two and have had no problems with them.  They are made by Leupold.

[Jason]

Burris Fullfield II $199
http://www.natchezss.com/Category.cfm?contentID=productDetail&brand=BU&prodID=BU200161&prodTitle=SCP 3-9X40 PLX MAT FFII

[MW]

I will most likely use it for big game hunting.

[Taco280AI]

Nikon makes a good scope. Can also look at Redfield (aka cheap Leupold) and then a Leupold VX2 or even VX1. The new VX2s are supposed to be on par with the old VXIIIs and the new VX1 is supposed to be about the same as the old VXIIs.

[MW]

Thank you for all your advice

[Bofire]

Something to remember is if you find a used Leupold, it is warranteed forever. shop around
Carl

[jamesfromseattle]

Another vote for Nikons here.  I have a prostaff that is my favorite scope.  On Amazon you can get them very slightly used for the mid 100s.

[Bofire]

there is a 3X9 Leupold for sale in classifieds here on this site:yeah: $200.00 go get it
Carl

[danderson]

I just picked up a new 3-9 x40 Leupold VX-2 from Stans Merry Mart in Wenatchee last year for 200.00 bucks, at Cabella's in Yakima yesterday the same scope was 299.00 

[abe henderson]

My dad uses leupold scopes dusent realy know anything about Nikon.Can you tell me about the Nikon warranty.🔫

[thinkingman]

My dad uses leupold scopes dusent realy know anything about Nikon.Can you tell me about the Nikon warranty.🔫

Nikon warranty is great...You just don't have to use it as much as Leopold.
Burris is another good choice.

[lokidog]

I've been looking at scopes for my AR and came across this site.  Some good comparison info.  Be sure to check the eye relief amounts.

http://www.riflescopespy.com/comparison/3-9x40-scopes/

[Wacenturion]

My dad uses leupold scopes dusent realy know anything about Nikon.Can you tell me about the Nikon warranty.🔫

Excellent warranty and service.  Warranty transfer to new owner as well if used. 

[Wacenturion]

I've been looking at scopes for my AR and came across this site.  Some good comparison info.  Be sure to check the eye relief amounts.

http://www.riflescopespy.com/comparison/3-9x40-scopes/

I've purchased a couple Nikon M-223's for AR's.  Same great quality as my Moanrch's and Monarch 3's.

[Brad Harshman]

I just purchased a Nikon Prostaff 5, 4-12 zoom with 40mm objective.  I love the glass its a great value.  Spent less than $250.00.  I got the BDC reticle, but I dont recommend it as a starter scope.  Its very "busy."  Get the standard reticle, learn to shoot and after a few hunting seasons and a larger budget you'll want to graduate to better scope anyways. It's a disease and a good one too. 

But for $250 you'll be extremely happy with the scope and it will serve you for many years to come.