Konus Optics

[blackops]

I've been looking into glass for my custom build and just want solid glass for 800yds with at least 20x magnification. I've been looking at the Konus M-30 model 7281 6.5-25X44, mil dot illuminated reticle. I have also been looking at the Bushnell 4200 6x24 and the Leupold mark 11 6x18, I just don't know about the 18x for 800yds though. I was wondering if anyone had experience with the Konus model I listed or any Konus scopes at all? Really I would like to save the money and purchase the Konus, but if I can't grasp a good view at that range I would spend the extra money for the other scopes. Suggestions welcome.

 

[skidooman603]

Hey, I have the 80mm Konus spotting scope and consider it a fine choice at an affordable price.

 

[Big_E]

Try the Vortex's out. I looked through a Konus and wasn't really impressed, but they are better than Simmons/BSA/Tasco.

 

[Jim Watson]

The Konus spotting scope is quite nice, but their riflescopes are no better, if quite as good as several other brands in the same price range.

 

[blackops]

Interesting, I wonder if the Bushnell 4200 and the Leupold mark 2 are much better. The Leupold only has 18x so I'm wondering if it would be good for 800yds.

 

[R.W.Dale]

Where are the scopes in question made? If any are made in a certain large and very densely populated country in the far east then I assure you they're not worth bolting on a rifle.

In my experience Chinese made scopes without exception are optically retarded. In my opinion saying quality chines optics is about as much of an oxymoron as

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