Nikon m223 vs p 223

[mjlennon]

Is there enough difference to spend the extra money,using a mid length barrel,3or4x9or 12 thanks Mark

[sholling]

The P223 is the tacticool version of Nikon's entry level Prostaff product line. The M223 are the tactical versions of Nikon's excellent Monarch products. Prostaff products are fine for light duty broad daylight range toys but if you need better twilight performance, better resolution, and/or more rugged construction then I'd go with Monarchs level scopes. The link below will help you compare product lines from the major manufacturers, or al least understand where they sit in the food chain.

http://www.chuckhawks.com/recommended_riflescopes.htm

[negolien]

Very nice Shollling thanks for the posting.

[bman940]

M., It all comes down to what your needs really are. I am certainly not an outstanding shooter by any means but I am shooting a carbine match tomorrow with a LMT and P-223 3X Carbine scope. My 14 year old is also shooting and he would rather have more magnification since we are starting at 200 yards. I know my abilities,my scope and my ammo, 10 inch plates should not be a problem. Closer targets will be much easier as well. The P-223 3-9 is the scope I would have picked if any targets were beyond 200 yards. On that same note, some of my younger friends with better eye sight are using red dot sights. Again, right tool for the person doing the job. If you'll be coyote/pig hunting, go with the 3-9 or 4-12. Nikon's BDC reticle and Spot On Ballistic Program really help dial in your long range accuracy. Feel free to drop me a note with any Nikon related questions.

Here's a pic of my son's LMT with a P-223 3-9 BDC 600 scope

http://i1216.photobucket.com/albums/dd363/bman940/P-223%203-9/p-2233-9.jpg