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Equipment & Gear => Scopes and Optics => Topic started by: MW on February 06, 2015, 05:52:59 PM

Title: Scope opinion
Post by: MW on February 06, 2015, 05:52:59 PM: 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 ;)
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: bobcat on February 06, 2015, 06:59:44 PM: I like the Leupold VX-II in a 3-9x40. Great scope for the money and made in the USA.
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Post by: Bob33 on February 06, 2015, 07:05:08 PM: 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 (http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Buckmaster-3-9x40-Riflescope-Matte/dp/B000FGZRMU)
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: jasnt on February 06, 2015, 07:09:05 PM: Quote from: MW on February 06, 2015, 05:52:59 PM
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?
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: Bob33 on February 06, 2015, 07:09:43 PM: Quote from: bobcat on February 06, 2015, 06:59:44 PM
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.
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Post by: jay.sharkbait on February 06, 2015, 07:34:31 PM: What kind of 25-06, and does it have rings and a base?

I like the way your Dad thinks BTW.
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Post by: wildweeds on February 06, 2015, 07:57:37 PM: One of these just hit the classifieds for 225 shipped from Idaho,ask the old man for a loan :chuckle:
Quote from: bobcat on February 06, 2015, 06:59:44 PM
I like the Leupold VX-II in a 3-9x40. Great scope for the money and made in the USA.
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: HntnFsh on February 07, 2015, 07:19:05 AM: Quote from: Bob33 on February 06, 2015, 07:05:08 PM
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 (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
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: MW on February 07, 2015, 08:13:34 AM: My budget is about $250 bucks ;)
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Post by: bobcat on February 07, 2015, 08:39:46 AM: 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 (http://www.midwayusa.com/product/1712565719/redfield-revolution-rifle-scope-3-9x-40mm-matte)
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: Buzz2401 on February 07, 2015, 08:51:01 AM: 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.
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Post by: Jason on February 07, 2015, 09:04:37 AM: Burris Fullfield II $199
http://www.natchezss.com/Category.cfm?contentID=productDetail&brand=BU&prodID=BU200161&prodTitle=SCP (http://www.natchezss.com/Category.cfm?contentID=productDetail&brand=BU&prodID=BU200161&prodTitle=SCP) 3-9X40 PLX MAT FFII
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: MW on February 07, 2015, 09:34:47 AM: I will most likely use it for big game hunting. :tup:
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Post by: Taco280AI on February 07, 2015, 09:50:24 AM: 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.
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: MW on February 07, 2015, 11:02:14 AM: Thank you for all your advice
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Post by: Bofire on February 07, 2015, 02:16:06 PM: Something to remember is if you find a used Leupold, it is warranteed forever. shop around
Carl
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Post by: jamesfromseattle on February 07, 2015, 03:04:00 PM: 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.
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Post by: Bofire on February 08, 2015, 08:48:36 AM: there is a 3X9 Leupold for sale in classifieds here on this site:yeah: $200.00 go get it
Carl
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Post by: danderson on February 08, 2015, 09:00:44 AM: 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 :dunno:
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Post by: abe henderson on February 08, 2015, 06:41:37 PM: My dad uses leupold scopes dusent realy know anything about Nikon.Can you tell me about the Nikon warranty.🔫
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: thinkingman on February 09, 2015, 09:47:57 PM: Quote from: abe henderson on February 08, 2015, 06:41:37 PM
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.
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: lokidog on February 12, 2015, 09:26:46 PM: 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/ (http://www.riflescopespy.com/comparison/3-9x40-scopes/)
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: Wacenturion on February 16, 2015, 08:57:54 AM: Quote from: abe henderson on February 08, 2015, 06:41:37 PM
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.
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: Wacenturion on February 16, 2015, 09:01:27 AM: Quote from: lokidog on February 12, 2015, 09:26:46 PM
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/ (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.
Title: Re: Scope opinion
Post by: Brad Harshman on February 16, 2015, 09:21:46 AM: 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.