Scope advice around $1,000

[drunktank]

Hi all, I did a search but with newer scopes on the market I couldn't find a recent enough thread. I'm in the market for a 6.5CM and want a new optic to match. Most of my shooting will be either at a range or desert- so far, up to 600 yards but I want to work up to 1,000 yards once I find a decent place to shoot. May eventually take it out of state to help family control some coyote and prairie dog issues as well. I've used Nightforce, Vortex, and Burris but never had a chance to compare them side by side and those were higher end models so way above my price point.

From an internet search, I've seen PST2's and XTR2's mentioned a lot. Is there anything else you'd recommend? If something is a few hundred cheaper but similar in quality, I'm all ears. That just means more money making ammo.

Proper tracking is my highest priority with sight clarity being second. I'm not sure if a zero stop is necessary for my use and I prefer a mil reticle. Illumination would be a big plus but not a deal breaker (where we hunt has a lot of valleys and gorges - it gets dark). From my past experiences, I know I'd prefer at least a 15x. More would be better but I don't want to sacrifice too much clarity at max power. I know at my price point, I'm limited in that regard. However if something you feel is worth upping my price limit, I will definitely consider it.

Thanks for you input!

[vintagearms]

Vortex Gen 1 Razor especially since u mentioned proper tracking as your highest priority. Yes, it will prob be used but it will be worth it.

[ExtremeX]

Vortex Gen 1 is a pretty solid option if you can find one used for that price... I thought they generally go for a bit more used.

SWFA SS HD 5-20x50 also has SOLID tracking, it just lacked the refinements of most high end scopes. Its a no frills optic that puts tracking and glass quality at top priority. Easy to find in your price point too. Every bit as good, or better than a Gen 1 Razor in the tracking and glass department.

[crufflers]

For that price I'd buy the one I've been wanting for a while. Leupold VX-3i LRP with CCH reticle... 6.5-20 FFP

Cabela's has it at $999.99 which means it'd ship for about $680 or so if stars aligned with discounts.

[Blade Gunner]

[FMJBT]

Cabela's has the XTR II 3-15X50 with SCR MIL reticle on sale for $749.88 right now. For that price I don't think you'll find a better scope. Even at their regular price of $1049 I don't think there is anything better than the XTR II scopes.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/BURRIS-XTR-II-FFP-RIFLESCOPES/2333352.uts?productVariantId=4731008&WT.tsrc=PPC&WT.mc_id=GoogleProductAds&WT.z_mc_id1=04526965&rid=20&gclid=CjwKCAiA78XTBRBiEiwAGv7EKkzOvkg2ubwhODSQm7gcGhgPMt_dIi1ggWW9qWJdiFQnWSOD3B4DuBoCIRgQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[drunktank]

[ExtremeX]

I can't make a comment about the Gen 2 PST, the the Gen 1 Razor has noticeably better glass than a Gen1 PST. I can see the Gen2 being that far off.

The SWFA SS HD was Razor level glass, and to my eyes, was better than my Razor. Better overall color, saturation, and that "pop" that makes for a pleasurable viewing experience.

Gen 1 Razor, SWFA SS HD, Gen 1 PST

[ExtremeX]

Cabela's has the XTR II 3-15X50 with SCR MIL reticle on sale for $749.88 right now. For that price I don't think you'll find a better scope. Even at their regular price of $1049 I don't think there is anything better than the XTR II scopes.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/BURRI...E&gclsrc=aw.ds

I really like this scope... the only thing that holds me back is the max magnification, but it meets the OP requirements. Top contender.

[longrange1]

This right here...I have one on a 6mm creed and on my 22...I can see impacts from my 22 at 300yds in wet dirt.




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[Brush Guard]

The SWFA SS HD was Razor level glass, and to my eyes, was better than my Razor. Better overall color, saturation, and that "pop" that makes for a pleasurable viewing experience.

Reads like a camera lens review.

Are there adapters to run the SWFA on Canon bodies?

[longrange1]

[Kwikvette]

Cabela's has the XTR II 3-15X50 with SCR MIL reticle on sale for $749.88 right now. For that price I don't think you'll find a better scope. Even at their regular price of $1049 I don't think there is anything better than the XTR II scopes.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/BURRI...E&gclsrc=aw.ds

This right here.

I've owned a few and still own 1; a lot of features, FFP, great tracking, and clear glass!

A good runner-up is my new-to-me Bushnell DMR. The glass seems a bit more clear at higher magnification, but it costs a bit more and weighs a good deal more.

[xugz0212]

Athlon Ares BTR 4.5-27. $849 normal price, but optics planet has sidewide 10% off quite offen. It's much better then burris xtr IMO. Just got the 2.5-15 model last week. Cannot be happier.


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[michaelthepsycho]

Sightron SIII. Light on features, but heavy on glass. You have to make the call.