Remington 700 scopes.....

[hitman13]

UPDATE IN POST #22..... NO MORE RECOMMENDATIONS NEEDED, THANKS TO ALL WHO GAVE INPUT....


Originally posted this in the optics section, got some views, but no replies......

Hello, looking for input on some scopes.

Rifle it is going on is a Remington 700 .308 ADL varmint, 26" bbl, will prob upgrade the stock in a year or so, may cut down the bbl in the future to something not so long (I am aware of the pros and cons of this) also.

Anyways looking to get a scope that will be good enough for some decent ranged shooting and hunting. I prefer mildot reticles because I have used them in the past. Also, I prefer variable power scopes.

Not really looking at shooting competition or anything crazy like that, so I really do not see the need for a NF or USO or the likes...

Scopes I was looking at are:

Nikon Monarch 4-16x42 SF Mildot
Vortex Viper 6.5-20x44 SF Mildot
Bushnell Elite 3200 series (not really narrowed down to a model, but have seen lots of recommendations on these).
Millet (don't know much about these)...

Anyways, trying to keep the scope sub $500, preferably sub $400. Was really leaning towards the Monarch because I know and trust the Nikon name, but hear that there are limited adjustments in these, which might not work out too good when looking at shooting a long distance.


What say ye?



Extra credit- suggest me some rings (decent price). Also, what is the advantage to a 1 piece scope base vs a 2 piece? Rifle came with Leupold 2 piece.........



Thanks CGN!

[Connor P Price]

Really the most important thing is that you find a scope where the knobs and reticle match. Either MIL/MIL or MOA/MOA it just makes life so much easier when making adjustments. That should be your first priority as a lot of scopes in this price range don't fit that important criteria. I'd probably taking a good hard look at the bushnells.

As far as rings and base, you definitely want a one piece rail. Your much more likely to have your scope shifting around in recoil with a two piece. Since its a 308, if you want to shoot to any great distance you'll want a 20 MOA base in order to be able to get enough adjustment out of your scope. I'd take a look at an EGW 20MOA base and burris xtreme rings. 90 bucks or so for those two on midway and you've got yourself a great combo.

Better yet, come on over to www.CAPRC.com where almost everyone shoots a 700 or a custom built rifle based on one. Many of us regularly shoot competitions and your guaranteed to get some input from some very knowledgeable and helpful folks.

[Sheldon]

I just ordered 2 of the EGW 20 MOA scope mounts and a set of the Burris extreme rings from Optics Planet.... they had a 10% off deal for orders over $100 plus free shipping. Rings are on back order so I can't use the mount yet. They ship for free orders over $30 and are charging $41.99 for the EGW mount and $57.99 for the 1" Burris scope rings....best deal I found considering the free shipping.

[shadowofnight]

For your description of qualities , this scope fits the bill perfectly...it didnt get those perfect eight 5 star ratings for nothing.... http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Tacti.../dp/B000UI24WY .

Extremely well made in Japan, tracks beautifully and holds zero even when I toss it on my 458 Socom. Also, being a second focal plane scope...the power ring happens to be marked where the mildots are accurate...and that is at it's max power of 15X

[pontiacpratt]

I just picked up my Vortex Viper 6.5-20x44mm for ~$350 at optics planet. Havent Zero'd it yet. Tomorrow is the day

[IMC87]

How can you tell if a scope is mil/mil or moa/moa??

[UserM4]

Regarding internal elevation, you can always mount it on a 20MOA base or something. Nikon are great for the money. I look at scopes as an investment so I don't mind reaching deep into my pocket whenever I'm in the market for one.

Do look into the Bushnell Elite 4200 3-12x44.
Matching mil/mil, FFP, side focus, and illuminated reticle. I've seen them go for around $650.

[Trapper]

Watch Sample List for deals on new condition scopes. I ordered a Nikon 4-16x50 Monarch from them last year, it arrived in perfect condition and was a great deal for the money.

http://www.samplelist.com/Riflescopes-C4.aspx

[toby]

Originally posted this in the optics section, got some views, but no replies......

Hello, looking for input on some scope

Scopes I was looking at are:

Nikon Monarch 4-16x42 SF Mildot
Vortex Viper 6.5-20x44 SF Mildot
Bushnell Elite 3200 series (not really narrowed down to a model, but have seen lots of recommendations on these).
Millet (don't know much about these)..

Thanks CGN!

1. Viper / Elite 4200
2. Monarch
3. skip the Elite 3200
4. Mullet=crapola

[ADH]

In that price range you really owe it to yourself to check out the SWFA Super Sniper scopes. I know, I know, the name couldn't be more mall ninja but they are awesome. They started life as a Navy project and now SWFA is selling them directly. They are built like a tank and you get an ETCHED Mil-Dot reticle. Go read some reviews, you'll be hard pressed to find a negative one.

Here's their site;

http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-Rifle-Scopes-C187.aspx

I have one on my 10FCP and it has held zero with no adjustment for years.

[Romanski]

In that price range you really owe it two yourself to check out the SWFA Super Sniper scopes. I know, I know, the name couldn't be more mall ninja but they are awesome. They started life as a Navy project and now SWFA is selling them directly. They are built like a tank and you get an ETCHED Mil-Dot reticle. Go read some reviews, you'll be hard pressed to find a negative one.

Here's their site;

http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-Rifle-Scopes-C187.aspx

I have one on my 10FCP and it has held zero with no adjustment for years.

Second that... works great on my Savage 10fp

[IMC87]

How can you tell if a scope is MOA/MOA or MIL/MIL? All I see in descriptions are MOA adjustments or MIL adjustments

[Legasat]

In that price range you really owe it two yourself to check out the SWFA Super Sniper scopes.

Here's their site;
http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-Rifle-Scopes-C187.aspx

I agree. Great Scope for the money!!

[hitman13]

I know the SWFA is a great line, but I always assumed would want variable magnification, seemed that 10x would be too much at close ranges, not enough at some ranges.....

Thoughts? What's the range limitations on say 10x??

[ADH]

I know the SWFA is a great line, but I always assumed would want variable magnification, seemed that 10x would be too much at close ranges, not enough at some ranges.....

Thoughts? What's the range limitations on say 10x??

They have a variable power 3-9x42

http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-3-9x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P41044.aspx

as well as a 16x42

http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-16x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P501.aspx

a 20x42

http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-20x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P502.aspx

and even a 6x42

http://swfa.com/SWFA-SS-6x42-Tactical-Riflescope-P47326.aspx

Lots of fun configurations to choose from