Which Burris Scope?
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ColtPythonElite
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The one with the focus set at 50 yards.
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200019, mainly due to the parallax setting.
If it were me, I'd bump up to the 4.5-14 Droptine because I like the extra magnification and you get adjustable parallax, but limited to the two you listed definitely the 200019.
If it were me, I'd bump up to the 4.5-14 Droptine because I like the extra magnification and you get adjustable parallax, but limited to the two you listed definitely the 200019.
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The droptine 4.5x14 is on sale for 112 bucks,Bottom of the page,
https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/burris-droptine-rifle-scope
https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/burris-droptine-rifle-scope
Personally I would not choose either. When I buy a riflescope for my 22lr rifles their are certain criteria those scopes must offer. For me they are the following. A. adjustable objective or parallex adjustment knob, B. A minimum of 75 moa elevation knob for dialing up to 100 yards or more, C. Some form of ballistic reticle to aid in elevation and windage if needed for 200 yard shooting. (I love shooting all my 22's at 200 yards). Finally D. I like higher magnification with a minimum of 16X for precision shooting from 25 to 200 yards. These are my pre-requisites.
If I have to choose from the 2 you have, choose the one calibrated for 22.
If I have to choose from the 2 you have, choose the one calibrated for 22.
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Well because I thought that someone here might for example know something that I do not, which might make the obvious choice a bad choice, e.g. that the center fire version had a much more robust build or used superior quality components, etc.
Anyways, given that I don't know everything there is to know about optics and even less about optics that are caliber specific, I felt that reaching out for help was a necessary part of my due diligence as it pertains to learning as much as I could in order to make an informed decision.
I was not belittling you but you have a 22 so you need the rimfire scope
. The primary reason is the parallax as has been mentioned being set to 50 yards. It is nice to have an AO scope, adjustable objective (side or front), but a fixed type is fine as they may be smaller, lighter and less money and for most uses are just fine.3C
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I was not belittling you but you have a 22 so you need the rimfire scope
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I never thought that you were "belittling" me. In fact if you look back you will see that I hit the like button on your comment; a comment that was in the form of a question and I simply answered it. BTW i did order the model 200019. Thank you all.
Let us know how you like it when you get it.
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I also prefer an adjustable objective higher power scope for .22 rimfires. Here is a great deal on a good one:
https://dackoutdoors.com/product/bu...ck-matte-finish-ballistic-plex#product_detail
https://dackoutdoors.com/product/bu...ck-matte-finish-ballistic-plex#product_detail
Not sure what the model number corresponds to, but the Burris FF-II in a 3-9X40 is the Burris scope I'd buy.
Buy The Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40 Rifle Scope at SWFA.com - SWFA Outdoors
They've been discontinued and I'd advise buying one while you can. They sold for $200 a few years ago and IMO were a BETTER scope than a $400 Leupold.
Some of the newer budget Burris scopes don't impress me. Their high end stuff is good, but I don't think you want to spend that much.
Parallax simply isn't an issue to worry about. I have used centerfire scopes on all of my 22's for years. At most it will cause point of impact to change by about 1/4" at 100 yards. Even less at 50 yards and none at all if you're using the scope correctly. Very few rifles or shooters are accurate enough for 1/4" at 100 yards to be noticed.
Buy The Burris Fullfield II 3-9x40 Rifle Scope at SWFA.com - SWFA Outdoors
They've been discontinued and I'd advise buying one while you can. They sold for $200 a few years ago and IMO were a BETTER scope than a $400 Leupold.
Some of the newer budget Burris scopes don't impress me. Their high end stuff is good, but I don't think you want to spend that much.
Parallax simply isn't an issue to worry about. I have used centerfire scopes on all of my 22's for years. At most it will cause point of impact to change by about 1/4" at 100 yards. Even less at 50 yards and none at all if you're using the scope correctly. Very few rifles or shooters are accurate enough for 1/4" at 100 yards to be noticed.
I’ll disagree that parallax isn’t an issue if you’re looking to shoot small targets, out past 100 yards, or small groups with a capable gun, and I definitely want a .22 scope with parallax set at 50 or better yet, adjustable parallax than can go down to 25 yards.
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I wish Burris still had their Timberline 4.5-14x32 it has parallax adjustment down to 7 yards. I have one and it is a great longer range rimfire scope.
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Yes, thank you. I do have that scope already and it's mounted on my RUger American Ranch 5.56/.223
You're right it's an excellent scope and a great value.
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I have two of these. They are incredible scopes for the money.
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