Scope for M82A1

[Snarlker]

I have previous experience with a LAR Grizzly which i had a Leupold 6.5x20 scope on. I am now waiting to pick up my Barrett M82A1 and need to decide which glass to put on it. Price is not really an issue although I would like to keep it under 1000 but that is not set in stone if something really commands more money. Any suggestions for what to put on this gun? Thanks

 

[Harry Tuttle]

http://www.riflescopes.com/departments/231/rifle_scopes/super_sniper.htm

Super Sniper 10x42
Matte
Mil-Dot
30mm
Side Parallax Adjustment
OK for .50 cal


SWFA:
$399.95

http://www.riflescopes.com/ss_review_gunblast.asp

In use, I found the Super Sniper from SWFA to do everything needed from a ten power long range tactical precision scope. At just under 300 dollars, it is most likely the best buy available in a high quality precision scope. It is the equal of scopes selling for three times the cost, and is available only from SWFA

 

[Zak Smith]

Just about all serious 50 shooters I know use a Nightforce scope. The 5.5-22 is popular because it has 100 minutes of elevation. They are built like tanks, and service is good if you ever need it.

-z

 

[762x51]

Fixed or variable?

For fixed I'd go with either a US Optics ST-10 or a Leupold Mark 4 10x40 mildot.

For variable, the Nightforce Zak suggested (above $1000), US Optics SN3 (way above $1000), or Leupold Mark 4 LR/T 6.5-20x50 (below $1000). CDNN has the Leupold 6.5-20 on sale right now for $799.

The new Xotic USS (variable) coming soon from SWFA has alot of promise as well and a great pricepoint. The pre-production model has recieved some very favorable reviews from some folks on Snipershide.com.
http://www.snipershide.com/cgi-bin/ubbcgi/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=19;t=001782#000000

 

[SunBear]

What about the Barrettt factory scope? No need to go through several scopes trying to find one that can take it.

 

[4v50 Gary]

Leupold Mark IV in 16x. For a 50, you might as well use higher magnification since you'll be reaching out further.

 

[artherd]

For variable, the Nightforce Zak suggested (above $1000), US Optics SN3 (way above $1000), or Leupold Mark 4 LR/T 6.5-20x50 (below $1000). CDNN has the Leupold 6.5-20 on sale right now for $799.

Seconded.

PS: I just got one too (M82A1 cal version) Will be a while before I can afford a decent scope, but they're not about to ban SCOPES here just yet!