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Fixed power or adjustable scope for .30-06
Posted on 4/5/13 at 9:28 am
Posted on 4/5/13 at 9:28 am
Looking for a scope for my .30-06. Realistically most shots will be less than 100 yards. That is why I was leaning towards just a 4x scope. Plus I feel that with less complicated machinery I can get more bang for my buck with a fixed power. Am I completely wrong, I know very little about scopes, so looking for any advice.
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Posted on 4/5/13 at 9:29 am to ZacAttack
3-9 adjustable. Much more versatile. Reliability isn't much of an issue. A good scope isn't going to break unless you beat it.
Fixed 4 is for .22's and shite.
Fixed 4 is for .22's and shite.
Posted on 4/5/13 at 9:32 am to ZacAttack
Adjustable.
3-9 or 4-12.
3-9 or 4-12.
This post was edited on 4/5/13 at 9:33 am
Posted on 4/5/13 at 9:38 am to ZacAttack
Get a 3x9.
I understand the thinking, because I always leave mine set on about 4x. But you never know when you may hunt with a friend that will sit you on a pipeline where you can see 500 yards.
I understand the thinking, because I always leave mine set on about 4x. But you never know when you may hunt with a friend that will sit you on a pipeline where you can see 500 yards.
Posted on 4/5/13 at 9:46 am to ZacAttack
Fixed is for small game guns / pistols / shotguns...get the adjustable. Depending on your budget there are lot of good options in alot of differnet price ranges.
Posted on 4/5/13 at 10:04 am to ZacAttack
The only advantage of a fixed is light gathering, but considering how good light gathering is in adjustables these days... I'd get an adjustable. Leupold is now making the Redfield scopes which are pretty damn good bang for the buck for a hunting rifle. They're no Vari-X III but they cost a third of that.
Posted on 4/5/13 at 10:44 am to ZacAttack
If most of your shots are going to be under 100 yards, I'd go with something lower powered on the low end, like 1.5 - 2.0. That helps with target acquisition at shorter range.
Leupold VX-3, for example
Leupold VX-3, for example
Posted on 4/5/13 at 10:49 am to ZacAttack
3x9x50
Trust me on this
You can get a very good scope for $200
Trust me on this
You can get a very good scope for $200
Posted on 4/5/13 at 2:39 pm to ZacAttack
I wouldnt get a fixed scope on anything more than a .22.
3x9 or 4x12
3x9 or 4x12
Posted on 4/5/13 at 3:21 pm to ZacAttack
ZA,
I'll admit to being a "traditionalist" in many ways. In addition, I've killed a LOT of game using a fixed power scope. Having said that, if I were you I'd go ahead and get a varialble scope, specifically a 3-9X40. While one can kill deer all day long w/ a fixed 4X inside 100 yards (and further), it's good to have the flexibility a variable (sighting in at the range, hunting on a frinds stand on a power line, etc.) provides.Get the best one you can reasonably afford. There are a LOT of highly affordable, yet good, scopes for you to choose from. If you don't already have rings and mounts, I'd suggest getting a Weaver one piece base and Burris Signature Z rings (the ones w/ the plastic inserts).
I'll admit to being a "traditionalist" in many ways. In addition, I've killed a LOT of game using a fixed power scope. Having said that, if I were you I'd go ahead and get a varialble scope, specifically a 3-9X40. While one can kill deer all day long w/ a fixed 4X inside 100 yards (and further), it's good to have the flexibility a variable (sighting in at the range, hunting on a frinds stand on a power line, etc.) provides.Get the best one you can reasonably afford. There are a LOT of highly affordable, yet good, scopes for you to choose from. If you don't already have rings and mounts, I'd suggest getting a Weaver one piece base and Burris Signature Z rings (the ones w/ the plastic inserts).
Posted on 4/5/13 at 4:56 pm to ZacAttack
adjustable 
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