Higher end scopes.

[CoalCrackerAl]

Im after a higher end one that not a dept store scope. I have to work within my budget. One cheaper scope i been happy with. Is Simmons pro-target series. I have a few with the 30mm tube. Like these. Simmons ProTarget 4 - 16 x 40 MIL-Dot Riflescope | Academy

 

[cdb1]

Im after a higher end one that not a dept store scope.

What do you mean?

 

[gotboostvr]

What do you mean?

I think he means something better than the $60-90 blister pack scopes.

 

[Sniper66]

• For the money, the Tract scopes are the best out there. Rugged, durable, and excellent glass, either Japan or Philippines.

https://tractoptics.com/riflescopes/22-fire

 

[welldoya]

I’ve never had a need for any scope more “higher end” than a Leupold. Same with binoculars.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

Well i settled on a UTG I have 2 of their scopes in lower powers. I got my rifles out and compared my scopes at close to the same power looking over town 10 blocks out. And evaluated on clearness and edge distortions. The UTG'S looked the best to me. My new ones going to go on my axis .223. The Weaver 3x9x40 that is on it. Im going to move to my CZ 457. Thank you everyone for your replies. When the scope comes i'll post a review and range report.

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[LoonWulf]

Ive actually had pretty good luck with UTG scopes, Ive used a few of the bug busters.

 

[BigBL87]

Ive actually had pretty good luck with UTG scopes, Ive used a few of the bug busters.

UTG seems to have upped their optics game from what I've read online the last couple years. Still not going to mistake them for Leupold, Burris, etc., but I've read enough positive things I'd be tempted to give one a shot if I wanted a cheap scope.

 

[BOISE BADWOLF]

My Nikon pro staff 5 BDC somehow makes things more clear then in reality. If that makes sense.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

Scope came today. Boy is it big lol. I hope it will be alright. Ebay seller dropped shipped. From a company that buys returns and overstock. I hope it wasn't a return. It didn't look like it was installed prior.No markings in the scope mount screws. I have it mounted and bore sighted. Plan on shooting with it. The next day or 2.

 

[Sniper66]

Hope it works well

 

[army_eod]

I just got a Zeiss Conquest 4. Nice optic, but now I realize I am spoiled by my Leupold VX-6HD. Crap.

 

[BigBL87]

Unless its for bolt clearance reasons, you could probably get away with rings that are quite a bit shorter and have a much more comfortable setup.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

Yeah they are high. They came with the scope. I'll see how the bolt clearance is when i take it out.

 

[BigBL87]

Yeah they are high. They came with the scope. I'll see how the bolt clearance is when i take it out.

Ya, if it works for you it really doesn't matter, just looked high in the picture. On my Savage Axis I had to go extra high because of the bolt throw, so sometimes it can't be avoided.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

Here is my range session. Best shots were with 24 grains of varget 55 grain Berrys bullets. i had some light loads with 9 grains of red dot. With 55 grain bullets from Rock mtn reloading. They opened up at 100 yards. Also as the barrel got hot groups opened up. 50 yard target center mass and head shots were with the varget loads. Left upper target was with the red dot loads. The 100 yard target. Centermass was the varget loads. Head and left target was the red dot loads. As to the scope it's self. Im very happy with it. Clarity was good at all power ranges. I did use the paralax settins too for each yardage. I need to work on my steadiness. My son took out some clays at 100 yards with it. Getting old sucks lol.

 

[rkittine]

With the exception of my plinking rifles, the scopes on my other rifles in many cases were more expensive then the rifle was.

Bob

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

Ordered my next upgrade. A Fullfield E1 6.5-20x50mm.

 

[LoonWulf]

Ordered my next upgrade. A Fullfield E1 6.5-20x50mm.

I've been quite happy with the Burris I've owned, and currently have a 4.5-14e1 on one of my rifles.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

Awesome LoonWulf. Im looking forward to getting it. I think it will go on my 770 30.06. I have a Simmons pro-target on it now. The Bushnell that came with the gun i have on a 50's vintage 22.

 

[BigBL87]

Hard to go wrong with a Fullfield for the money.

 

[Hugger-4641]

Ya, if it works for you it really doesn't matter, just looked high in the picture. On my Savage Axis I had to go extra high because of the bolt throw, so sometimes it can't be avoided.

I changed the handle on my Axis to a tactical from Everglades for the same reason. Axis stock bolt handles are not scope friendly, but with the Tactical, I was able to go with medium rings on a 3x9x50.

I've got several Burris including E1, FF2, Veracity, and RT-25. Been happy with all of them. I also have UTG bug buster on my 10/22 take down, no complaints with it either.
I don't do competition shooting, mainly just hunting and target, but here's my philosophy :
From 300yds in, any of the quality low priced scopes ($200 to $400) that I've mentioned will do the job for me. From 300 to 500yds, I need to get in the $600-$1000 range, I.E. Veracity , RT, Viper, Monarch , etc.
I don't need a Ziess or Nightforce until I get past 500yds, but that's just my opinion, other's eyes may be different.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

What comes with the Burris scope? I do not see anything about end caps or rings.

 

[Sniper66]

Nothing came with mine. Caps are sometimes included, mostly not with all scopes, not just Burris. Rings are usually not included unless you order a "combo" which includes gun with scope attached.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

Ok thanks i'll run to the LGS and grab some rings. I'll wait to see if it comes with caps.