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Nikon Buckmaster 3-9x40 for $159
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:11 am
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:11 am
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Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:26 am to ForeverLSU02
How long have you been shopping? Scopes can be had for really good deals if you are patient.
If I were buying today, I would spend $299 on a vx-II and be done with it.
If I were buying today, I would spend $299 on a vx-II and be done with it.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:29 am to ForeverLSU02
I have that scope on my 270 WSM. I think it's a great scope.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:32 am to Clyde Tipton
quote:Not long. I just came across this by chance. I currently have a Simmons 3-9x40 on the gun but I've been thinking of upgrading to a better scope b/c I have a hard time seeing close to dark.
How long have you been shopping?
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:41 am to ForeverLSU02
quote:
I have a hard time seeing close to dark.
That's the biggest difference between a scope and a good scope. They all shoot straight and sight in, mostly lol, but the good ones gather a lot of light and give you an extra couple of minutes at dark.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:43 am to Clyde Tipton
quote:
They all shoot straight and sight in, mostly lol, but the good ones gather a lot of light and give you an extra couple of minutes at dark.
So if only target shooting (AR) do I really need an awesome scope? Legit question.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:52 am to Hu_Flung_Pu
quote:
So if only target shooting (AR) do I really need an awesome scope?
I'm not the scope guru, but I would say it depends on what you need.
I like having a deer scope on an AR, because to me it is just a semi auto .223 that will reach out there and touch something.
I never like the non magnified red dot holograph sights, but I don't shoot close range. I know why our soldiers love them in urban settings though... so it depends on what you want to do with the gun.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 9:56 am to Clyde Tipton
quote:
So if only target shooting (AR) do I really need an awesome scope?
nope
Most target shooting is close range with an AR. I ended up taking my scope off because tactical courses seldom have a long shot.
A good AR will group long range, but the wind will eat it alive. If you are looking to shoot longer ranges, I would beef up the cartrige.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 10:01 am to ForeverLSU02
I bought the exact same scope for the same price but it was from a local FFL. Not sure 159 is all that great when you gotta pay shipping and all.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 10:05 am to DonChowder
Shipping is only $4 and I don't believe there is tax
Posted on 6/4/14 at 10:43 am to ForeverLSU02
can be had cheaper.. and for new. Stay on ebay and look. ive seen them $139-149 free shipping, and great scope i have several
Posted on 6/4/14 at 10:45 am to oleyeller
quote:I thought it was new. At least I didn't see anything stating otherwise
and for new
Posted on 6/4/14 at 10:47 am to oleyeller
I'll look around. I'm in no hurry 
Posted on 6/4/14 at 11:54 am to ForeverLSU02
I have that scope on my .270 and im 3/3 on deer killed with it so far
Posted on 6/4/14 at 12:59 pm to ForeverLSU02
Forever,
That's a good scope. OTOH, I'm not sure it's a great price. Check prices on Optics Planet, Mid South Shooters Supply and Natchez Shooters Supply. Natchez also has factory refurbished Nikons. I've bought 3 or 4 refurbs from them through the years and have been very happy. If it were me shooting a 3-9X, I don't think I'd bother w/ a bullet drop reticle. I'd think about it w/ a 4-12X or higher.
That's a good scope. OTOH, I'm not sure it's a great price. Check prices on Optics Planet, Mid South Shooters Supply and Natchez Shooters Supply. Natchez also has factory refurbished Nikons. I've bought 3 or 4 refurbs from them through the years and have been very happy. If it were me shooting a 3-9X, I don't think I'd bother w/ a bullet drop reticle. I'd think about it w/ a 4-12X or higher.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 1:41 pm to TigerOnThe Hill
I called and verified that this particular scope is brand new and not a refurb.
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