In order to participate in the GunBroker Member forums, you must be logged in with your GunBroker.com account. Click the sign-in button at the top right of the forums page to get connected.
Options
$75 - $100 Scope?
Sparty_76
Member Posts: 714 ✭✭
I just bought a $400 shooter 30-06 bolt action. I just plan on doing some target shooting, maybe occasional hunting. Can I get a good scope in the $75 - $100 range and if so what are your suggestions? I have never bought or owned a scope so what should I look for and know?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Comments
Cheap glass is JUNK. You will never know if the scope is holding zero or get the best performance from the rifle. The scope will fail at the time you need it the most.
You can get a decent Burris scope, the Fullfield line is quite good, I have four of them, for a good price, keep an eye on the auction side and you may even get a good used Signature for a decent price.
Other folks will recommend Nikon also, IIRC they were made by Burris.
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=324119025
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=324119299
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=324119755
m1aguy,
Those are nice finds. However, I will tell you, those are the exception. The Burris FullField II, is where I start, and have spent several thousand dollars on a rifle scope. I CAN, and WILL tell you, from EXPERIENCE, which you DO NOT seem to have, that bpost is 110% correct.
Best
EDIT 1
quote:Swift is a good buy for the money. This site has a number of scope snobs and they are very vocal.
Once you have been there, you know. Utill you do, then you will never see the crisp light...literally.
Follow bpost's reccommendation. Antything less, you are just pissing your hard earned dollars away. Not sure what you got for a rifle, but a good scope, can turn a "good shooter", into a great rifle.
m1aguy,
Those are nice finds. However, I will tell you, those are the exception. The Burris FullField II, is where I start, and have spent several thousand dollars on a rifle scope. I CAN, and WILL tell you, from EXPERIENCE, which you DO NOT seem to have, that bpost is 110% correct.
+1 But I'd take a look at the Leatherwood Hi-Lux line as well great scopes for the money.
Best
Normally at retail they run on the average of around $120 -$130.
But if you have a Fleabay account here is a seller that deals in giant quantities of them he is able to offer them alot cheaper at $69.99 each. i just bought 2 more at this price. One was a 3x9x40 and the other a 4x12x44. his ebay listing explains alot more about the scopes. Here is the link to his listing:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130697891245?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Here is a decent scope. It's a Pentax. I have 3 of them and all of them on my lever Action rifles. They have nice glass, and a lifetime warranty. I have never had a problem with Pentax scopes.
Normally at retail they run on the average of around $120 -$130.
But if you have a Fleabay account here is a seller that deals in giant quantities of them he is able to offer them alot cheaper at $69.99 each. i just bought 2 more at this price. One was a 3x9x40 and the other a 4x12x44. his ebay listing explains alot more about the scopes. Here is the link to his listing:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130697891245?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
The decent Pentax scopes are made by Burris.[:)] Hard to go wrong with any scope that Burris made.
Vintage Redfields are usually OK but cost as much or more than a new Banner and have zero warranty.