Scope for a Marlin 30-30

[Abel]

If you think you are up to the challenge of snap shooting, which is usually at a moving target, you may want to find a scope with a setting that goes as low as 2x. But I like a large diameter peep sight for that sort of application. If I am sitting stationary in a deer stand & my shot is most likely going to be at a calm deer at ranges up to 150 yards, I want a 4x. I prefer fixed power scopes because I don't have to be concerned with changes in the bullet's point of impact when I change the magnification level. POI change can occur on a variable power scope & many people don't check this out at the rifle range before hunting season. By then, it could be too late.

 

[madcratebuilder]

The Weaver K series are right at home on a 30-30. This is a K2.5, a K4 would be great also. They just look right.

 

[CajunBass]

I put a Simmons "eight pointer" 3x9x40 scope on my 336. I think I paid something like $19.95 for the scope when I saw it on sale at Natchez Shooters Supply a couple of years ago. I figured what'd I have to lose and ordered a couple of them to make the shipping worthwhile.

When I got the 30/30 last spring I put one on to see how the scope worked, and the rifle shot. They both did just fine so I left it on. I don't need the upper powers, so I just leave it set on 3x all the time. It held up to hunting last fall.

I've still got the other one in the box.

 

[heeler]

What ever you do dont over scope your rifle by placing a heavy, long, and over powered scope on it.
I placed a Burris 2x7x26 Timberline on mine and it is short and light.
And it looks right on a carbine like the 336.
The suggestion of the Leupold 4x is also very good advice.
Stay away from the sub hundred dollar Chicom scopes.

 

[ForneyRider]

My dad is running the Cabela's scope setup for 160gr Hornady FTX out of his 336W and he loves it. Says it is plenty accurate on 300 yard steel plate.

 

[375shooter]

Tiomoid:

Over the years I have used scopes by Tasco, Bushnell, B&L and Leupold. My hands down favorite is Leupold. They have the best warranty in the business and a superb reputation for quality. In my opinion, the best choices for you is a Leupold VX3 1.5-5 or 1.75-6. They are lightweight, compact, good looking and have superb optics. If they are more money than you want to spend, go for a VX1 or VX2 in 2-7 power. You will never regret buying a Leupold.
Pat.